About Captain Don's Sportfishing
Captain Don's Sportfishing operates out of Nawiliwili Small Boat Harbor in Lihue, offering private deep-sea fishing charters on the 31-foot Happy Ryder. Captain Don and his crew have been putting anglers on fish in Kauai's rich offshore waters for years, targeting mahi-mahi, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, marlin, and more.
They run half-day and full-day private charters, as well as seasonal whale-watching trips during humpback migration. The harbour is centrally located on the southeast coast, just five minutes from Lihue Airport, making it easy for visitors staying anywhere on the island. All gear, tackle, and bait are provided, and the crew handles everything from rigging to fish cleaning.
What keeps guests coming back is the personalised, no-rush approach. As a private charter operation, every trip is tailored to the group — whether that means trolling for big game offshore or bottom fishing over reefs closer in. Captain Don's consistent five-star reviews highlight the crew's expertise, friendly demeanour, and knack for finding fish even on slow days.
