Mālama Kai fishing experience
A one-of-a-kind guided fishing trip that gives back — fish out invasive Toʻao & Taʻape with traditional bamboo poles from a private North Shore shoreline, and help native Hawaiian fish and crabs recover.
$99 anglers (gear included) · $29 non-anglers · 2 hours · ages 5+
An official Mālama Hawaiʻi location · caring for the ʻāina and the kai (ocean) on Oʻahu’s largest privately owned oceanfront propertyCare for the ocean, one catch at a time
Restore native fish populations on the North Shore by removing the invasive species crowding them out.
Mālama Kai means to care for the ocean. On this excursion you fish out two extremely invasive species — Toʻao and Taʻape — that have taken over many parts of Oʻahu and prey on native fish and crustaceans at a devastating rate.
Guests fish along secluded portions of a private 67-acre beachfront property with traditional bamboo poles, guided every step of the way by a local fishing expert. Every catch supports community efforts to restore native fish populations.
- Eradicate Invasive Fish — Remove Toʻao & Taʻape, two species overrunning Oʻahu’s reefs and shorelines.
- Help Natives Recover — Every fish removed gives native Hawaiian fish, crabs, and their eggs a chance to thrive again.
- A Give-Back for Everyone — No experience needed — a fun, hands-on, family-friendly way to mālama kai (care for the ocean).
The Challenge
Invasive fish are taking over the reef
Toʻao and Taʻape have spread across Oʻahu, feeding on the native species that belong here.
Natives don’t stand a chance
Invasive Toʻao and Taʻape eat our native crabs, smaller native fish, and their eggs and babies before they even have a chance to grow up.
Left unchecked, these highly invasive species keep spreading — preying on native Hawaiian fish and crustaceans at a devastating rate.
Fish them out, by hand
Toʻao and Taʻape must be removed by humans, or they’ll keep destroying the native ecosystem. A guided shoreline catch is one of the most effective, hands-on ways to help.
Our local fishing expert provides everything you need to safely fish from shore and remove as many invasive fish as you can catch.
“Every invasive fish removed gives native Hawaiian fish and crabs a chance to thrive again — that’s how you mālama kai.”North Shore Stables · Mālama Kai Program
Know Your Catch
Meet the invasive species
The two fish you’ll help remove — and why getting them out of the water matters.
Toʻao
Blue-lined snapper family · invasive to Hawaiʻi
A highly invasive fish that has taken over many parts of Oʻahu. Toʻao out-compete and prey on native species — the primary target of this experience. Catch 10 or more and you’ll take home a North Shore Stables t-shirt as a mahalo.
Taʻape
Bluestripe snapper · introduced 1950s, now widespread
Introduced decades ago and now found across the islands, Taʻape crowd reefs and shorelines and compete with native fish for food and habitat. Removing them helps native populations recover.
Why Removal Matters
Give the natives room to recover
- Protects the food web — invasives eat native crabs, small fish, and eggs, unraveling the reef from the bottom up.
- Human removal works — with no natural predators here, these fish only decline when people fish them out.
- Immediate impact — every fish you catch is one fewer predator on native Hawaiian species.
- Supports the community — your trip backs local efforts to restore native fish populations on the North Shore.
Reserve Your Spot
Book your fishing experience
$99 per angler (fishing equipment included) · $29 per non-angler · 2 hours · ages 5 and up. Pick a date below to see availability.
Good to Know
Plan your trip
The Experience
Fish along secluded portions of a private 67-acre beachfront property using traditional bamboo poles. A local fishing guide accompanies your group and provides instruction and assistance with every aspect of fishing — from setting your line to landing your catch. Fun for all, whether you’ve never fished or it’s your favorite hobby.
What’s Included
- Local fishing guide
- Fishing equipment — pole, line, hooks & lures (anglers)
- Bait
- Shoreline tent for shade
- Beach chairs
- Stocked cooler — ice, local juice & water
Anglers vs. Non-Anglers
Anglers ($99) — ages 5 & up, fishing equipment included.
Non-anglers ($29) — ages 5 & up, join the outing without fishing gear. The whole family is welcome.
Meeting Point & Hours
Fishing takes place on a private bridge and shoreline on our beachfront property. Runs daily; exact meeting details are shared when you book.
Reservations
Request a spot using the booking calendar above, or email info@northshorestables.com. Reservations are recommended in advance.
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What guests say
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Ready to mālama the North Shore?
Book the Mālama Kai Fishing Experience — cast a line, remove invasive fish, and help native Hawaiian species thrive again.
* Hawaiʻi sales tax applied at checkout. North Shore Stables reserve the right to change their prices at any time without further notice.