Desperado Deep Sea Fishing

MAUI Activities - Captain Dan Shaffer, owner/operator of "Desperado" and "Diver Dan" here on Maui has been successfully hunting our waters for the biggest and best of Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Ono and the list goes on...
They hold state records such as catching 58 Marlin in one month, catching 8 out of the 11 record Marlin in Maui county, bringing in 16 Ahi averaging 150 pounds in one charter!

Named the Number One Captain in 1997, Captain Dan and his "Desperado" are going strong!

"Desperado" houses the top of the line Gold Penn International rods and reels, using lures, live bait, strip, chunk and chum to bring in the biggest and the best. With the custom built fish boxes and plenty of room for coolers and ice, you are sure to have an adventure! The shaded cabin offers plenty of room to sit or stretch our with a clean comfortable head below.

Bring along plenty of your favorite libations and food stuffs, we have plenty of ice and cooler space. Alcohol is permitted but not provided.

Perfect for the hard core, avid fisherman or the 1st time sportfisher, Captain Dan and his "Desperado" will take you on an expedition to remember!

Private Charters or Share Boat Charters for 1/2, 3/4 or full day excursions are offered. For Big Game, full day is recommended to ensure enough Deep water time.

FEATURES:
    * Owner Operated, Coast Guard licensed captain with 27 years experience in Hawaii
    * Newly Restored 31 ft. Bertram with custom built tower, outriggers, fish finders, shaded cabin & bathroom
    * Tournament equipped with deluxe fighting chair, Top of the line Gold Penn International rods and reels (20-130 lb., test line), fish boxes and cooler
    * Light to heavy tackle, live bait and lures

Private and Share Boats Available

    * Your best fishing happens on a full day (8-10 hours) in the deepest waters
    * Special Night Fishing Charters by request.
    * Perfect for experienced fisherman and beginners alike.
    * Ask about receiving a life long trophy, Desperado has mounted more fish than any single boat in Hawaii.
      (Gray Taxidermy, Inc.)
    * Ask about having your fish filet for dinner or cut up for the freshest sushi in town.

Tour departs daily from the Kaanapali Beach, in front of the Leilani's Restaurant at 6:30 AM. Check-in at 6:15 AM.

BRING YOUR OWN FOOD AND DRINKS and please... NO BANANAS (fishermen consider them BAD LUCK)!

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