John John Tabon owns/operates "Local Knowledge" fishing tours out of Kihei, Maui. He was quite reasonably priced and he will put you on Bonefish without question, half day or full day tours. The Hawaii Bones are donkeys, easily some of the biggest you'll find. Most of the good reefs are all off shore and a boat or kayak is required to get there, although they are only a short distance off the beach. There is places that are good on the beaches at low tide, just need to explore. The offshore reefs were unreal at low tide, ankle deep water and schools of big bones cruising.
A sand shrimp imitation is key, 9/10 weight and minimum 12 lb leader. They'll pop anything less in 2 seconds flat. As with any corral environment, keep your road as high as possible and do your best to keep them on a short leash. There is some big jacks on those reefs to.
Good Luck!
WC
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