Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters 

4.8
(252 reviews)
 66-105 Haleiwa Road, Haleiwa, HI 96712, United States–

Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters 

Haleiwa, HI, United States
–
22 ft
3
4.8
(252 reviews)

Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters is a family-owned fishing company located in Haleiwa, Hawaii. It offers small intimate bottom fishing tours and trolling out of Haleiwa Harbor. Captain Matthew Ratoni can't wait to get you hooked up on a fish off the famous North Shore Oahu. The captain offers a different charter fishing experience than most North Shore charters, allowing you to target rarely sought-after trophy fish. Join him aboard and have a fishing trip to remember!

Your adventure will take place on the captain's 20' Shamrock offshore sport fishing boat. It runs on a 135 HP diesel inboard engine, uses modern navigation electronics, and can accommodate up to 3 anglers. The boat is also equipped with outriggers and a livewell and features a multimedia system and an ice-box. Just please note that we allowed three guests, but the weight limit is 600 lbs.

Captain Matthew uses both light and heavy tackle and offers bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, as well as drift fishing. The wide choice of species you can fish for includes Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Green Jobfish, Rainbow Runner, Bluefin and Giant Trevally, Wahoo, and many more. You're allowed to keep the fish you catch and you're welcome to bring kids on the boat.

The captain will take care of all the fishing rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. If you choose to keep your catch, he can also clean it and fillet it for you at no extra fee. Before you start the trip, just be sure to have some snacks, drinks, and your fishing licenses. Please note that there is a 5% state tax and 3% harbor tax that is not included in the price.

Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters and Captain Matthew are waiting for you!

Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters is a family-owned fishing company located in Haleiwa, Hawaii. It offers small intimate bottom fishing tours and trolling out of Haleiwa Harbor. Captain Matthew Ratoni can't wait to get you hooked up on a fish off the famous North Shore Oahu. The captain offers a different charter fishing experience than most North Shore charters, allowing you to target rarely sought-after trophy fish. Join him aboard and have a fishing trip to remember!

Your adventure will take place on the captain's 20' Shamrock offshore sport fishing boat. It runs on a 135 HP diesel inboard engine, uses modern navigation electronics, and can accommodate up to 3 anglers. The boat is also equipped with outriggers and a livewell and features a multimedia system and an ice-box. Just please note that we allowed three guests, but the weight limit is 600 lbs.

Captain Matthew uses both light and heavy tackle and offers bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, as well as drift fishing. The wide choice of species you can fish for includes Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Green Jobfish, Rainbow Runner, Bluefin and Giant Trevally, Wahoo, and many more. You're allowed to keep the fish you catch and you're welcome to bring kids on the boat.

The captain will take care of all the fishing rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. If you choose to keep your catch, he can also clean it and fillet it for you at no extra fee. Before you start the trip, just be sure to have some snacks, drinks, and your fishing licenses. Please note that there is a 5% state tax and 3% harbor tax that is not included in the price.

Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters and Captain Matthew are waiting for you!

Matthew Ratoni
Captain
Matthew Ratoni
6 years of experience
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Evening trip light gear inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Trevally (Giant)
+3
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Beginners
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 9:30 AM)
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Trevally (Giant)
+6
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Beginners 1:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Trevally (Giant)
+5
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Apr 30
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Trevally (Giant)
Tuna (Skipjack)
+8
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hour Half Day 12:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - May 1
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Trevally (Giant)
+6
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

4.8
252 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (264)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
95%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
86%
Caught fish

Reviews (252)

  • Marc Sakoda
    Marc Sakoda
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Kids first time salt water fishing

    Beginners on September 22, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    My son and daughter wanted to try salt water fishing. They both have never caught a fish in their lives.. Captain Matt helped my son and daughter catch their first fish. He knew we were all new to fishing and helped walk us through what to do. At the end he took the extra time to take us by a pod o dolfins he saw in the distance, which my daughter was very excited to see. Captin Matt is very knowledgeable about fishing and made the experience special and one we will always remember. He was in contact with me from the second I booked the trip to our morning of fishing. He was punctual and had everything ready to go when we arrived. He is very thorough with saftey on the boat. I would highly recommend Captain Matt and look forward to fishing with him the next time we come to Oahu.

  • Lutz Vergin
    Lutz Vergin
    at
    Austria
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Absolutely unforgettable Day

    5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on May 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely world-class – caught an awesome Wahoo!We had an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Matthew. Before we even left the harbor, Captain Matthew was incredibly thoughtful and gave us some motion sickness medicine, which completely saved our day. The North Shore definitely lived up to its legendary reputation. Thanks to Matthew's incredible experience, we landed a beautiful Wahoo (Ono) – an absolute dream come true! The boat was spotless, the gear was top-notch, and the vibe on board was super relaxed. To top it off, Captain Matthew filleted the Wahoo right there on the boat and gave us the whole fish. If you want high-quality sportfishing on Oahu, you MUST book here. A huge thank you to Captain Matthew for making this the highlight of our Hawaii vacation!

  • Andre Courie
    Andre Courie
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing time on the water!

    Beginners - 9:30 AM on June 29, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    We took the 3hr beginners trip and we had an amazing time! my biggest goal was for my 9yr old son to catch something and within 10 minutes he hooked up on a little blue trevally! We brought in another blue trevally and a couple other fish but the best part was the dozens of dolphins that swam up to our boat! Captain Matt and Gio made this a memorable time for us and i would absolutely recommend this for anyone looking for a quick and easy trip for a great price as well!

  • Joe Dillon
    Joe Dillon
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2018
    9 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip out Haleiwa

    5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on June 18, 2026 • 2 adults

    We did it all. Captain Matt worked for it, moving to find bait, drop, drift and troll. Fishing was slow, but we had a great time. The Ocean did reward our perseverance on the way in with a nice Ono (over 45lbs). perfect way to cap the trip. Great day on the water, can't wait to go again!

  • Peter Kurtz
    Peter Kurtz
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2023
    8 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    awesome time chasing mahi

    5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on September 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    we did a 5 hour trip and had an excellent time catching mahi. captain matt and first mate chase put us on the fish!

  • Scott Crawford
    Scott Crawford
    us
    Mississippi, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    caught a huge bluefin trevally ☺️

    Beginners - 9:30 AM on July 10, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Matt and Giovani do really well running the boat and trying really hard to make sure you catch something even when the fish aren’t biting ! My husband caught a Bluefin Trevally that almost broke a record ! We enjoyed the experience and will be back!

  • Matthew Bunch
    Matthew Bunch
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Such an awesome trip!

    7 Hour Three Quarter Day 6:00 AM on April 2, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Thank you so much for an unforgettable trip! Matt is an awesome, very knowledgeable captain and makes it an all around fun environment! Got into so very nice mahi today, saw a ton of whales crusing by, and even some sharks! if your on the fence, book this awesome north shore experience! Hope we can make it back before too long and get back out there!

  • Coral Langridge
    Coral Langridge
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Brilliant Day

    7 Hour Three Quarter Day 6:00 AM on April 8, 2026 • 2 adults

    Matt was a brilliant host and extremely knowledgeable. We caught a huge Mahi Mahi which was incredible! Due to being a novice angler, Matt offered brilliant advice and support where needed also. this saw us also real in 2 huge Tunas! The whole day was brilliant seejng multiple whales, dolphins and a shark. I would reccomend this trip to all!

  • Joel Tanner
    Joel Tanner
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Fishing with Matthew

    Beginners on October 7, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child
  • William Rodriguez
    William Rodriguez
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Good Times

    Beginners on June 28, 2026 • 3 adults

    First time fishing out in Oahu, caught a toad of a trvally and cruised with the dolphins. We had a fantastic time and would love to do it again!

Rating

4.8
252 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (264)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
95%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
86%
Caught fish

All reviews (252)

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Marc Sakoda
Marc Sakoda
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Kids first time salt water fishing
Beginners on September 22, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children

My son and daughter wanted to try salt water fishing. They both have never caught a fish in their lives.. Captain Matt helped my son and daughter catch their first fish. He knew we were all new to fishing and helped walk us through what to do. At the end he took the extra time to take us by a pod o dolfins he saw in the distance, which my daughter was very excited to see. Captin Matt is very knowledgeable about fishing and made the experience special and one we will always remember. He was in contact with me from the second I booked the trip to our morning of fishing. He was punctual and had everything ready to go when we arrived. He is very thorough with saftey on the boat. I would highly recommend Captain Matt and look forward to fishing with him the next time we come to Oahu.

Matthew Ratoni
Response from Captain

I really appreciate the positive review. thank you guys. I'm glad you had a good time

Lutz Vergin
Lutz Vergin
at
Austria
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Absolutely unforgettable Day
5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on May 29, 2026 • 2 adults

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely world-class – caught an awesome Wahoo!We had an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Matthew. Before we even left the harbor, Captain Matthew was incredibly thoughtful and gave us some motion sickness medicine, which completely saved our day. The North Shore definitely lived up to its legendary reputation. Thanks to Matthew's incredible experience, we landed a beautiful Wahoo (Ono) – an absolute dream come true! The boat was spotless, the gear was top-notch, and the vibe on board was super relaxed. To top it off, Captain Matthew filleted the Wahoo right there on the boat and gave us the whole fish. If you want high-quality sportfishing on Oahu, you MUST book here. A huge thank you to Captain Matthew for making this the highlight of our Hawaii vacation!

Reported catch:
Wahoo
Matthew Ratoni
Response from Captain

Glad you guys had a great time. you're welcome anytime you come back

Andre Courie
Andre Courie
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing time on the water!
Beginners - 9:30 AM on June 29, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

We took the 3hr beginners trip and we had an amazing time! my biggest goal was for my 9yr old son to catch something and within 10 minutes he hooked up on a little blue trevally! We brought in another blue trevally and a couple other fish but the best part was the dozens of dolphins that swam up to our boat! Captain Matt and Gio made this a memorable time for us and i would absolutely recommend this for anyone looking for a quick and easy trip for a great price as well!

Reported catch:
Bluefin Trevally
Matthew Ratoni
Response from Captain

so happy you guys had a great time

Amelia Henggeler
Amelia Henggeler
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip! Private experience is awesome.
5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on August 27, 2026 • 2 adults

Matt and his helper were awesome today, I really enjoy the fact that charters are 3 people max, it makes for an amazing 1:1 experience. No sharing with strangers or waiting your turn. I also love family owned business. Matt was great conversation and a very polite host, his helper did a great at assisting us with fish and getting them into our hands. Overall a great experience and would book again. Cheers!

Reported catch:
Bluefin Trevally
Matthew Ratoni
Response from Captain

thanks a lot for coming out. you guys were a pleasure

Edijs Brants
Edijs Brants
lv
Latvia
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
An authentic and hard working captain with excellent music taste
5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on September 10, 2026 • 1 adult

Absolutely recommend Captain Matthew. I have been in many deep sea fishig trips before and as an experienced fisherman myself I can confidently say that Matthew is the best fishing guide I ever met. During the whole trip he did the maximum in order to catch as many and big fish as possible. Also, Matthew’s music taste and his singing during the ride made the trip even more enjoyable :)

Matthew Ratoni
Response from Captain

yeah man you are awesome. you're welcome on the boat anytime

FAQs about Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters

Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Evening trip light gear inshore (2 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Beginners (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Beginners - 9:30 AM (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Beginners 1:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 Hour Half Day 12:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Caught morning of when available )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No cut over 50lb )
Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (Bottom fishing)
  • Offshore fishing (Nearshore pelagic tours)
  • Reef fishing
Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • Jobfish (Green)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Rainbow Runner
  • Trevally (Bluefin)
  • Trevally (Giant)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Matthew Ratoni
Matthew Ratoni
Haleiwa, Hawaii, United States
50 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
252 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2022
Enjoy Hawaii's charming waters and have a wonderful experience chasing many top-class species. Captain Matthew has got everything to make your trip unforgettable!
Our Team
Matt R.
Matt R.
Captain
Megan R.
Megan R.
Staff
Giovanni R.
Giovanni R.
First mate
Chase F.
Chase F.
First mate
Jack S.
Jack S.
Captain
Matthew Ratoni
Matthew Ratoni
Fully verified
50
reports
252
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
Enjoy Hawaii's charming waters and have a wonderful experience chasing many top-class species. Captain Matthew has got everything to make your trip unforgettable!
The crew
Matt R.
Matt R.
Captain
Megan R.
Megan R.
Staff
Giovanni R.
Giovanni R.
First mate
Chase F.
Chase F.
First mate
Jack S.
Jack S.
Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
Green Jobfish
Green Jobfish
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Rainbow Runner
Rainbow Runner
Bluefin Trevally
Bluefin Trevally
Giant Trevally
Giant Trevally
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
Green Jobfish
Green Jobfish
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Fishing with Matthew
    Joel T.
    Joel T.
  • awesome time chasing mahi
    Peter K.
    Peter K.
  • Great for first timers
    Adam O.
    Adam O.
  • Kids first time salt water fishing
    Marc S.
    Marc S.
  • Book this fishing trip!
    Juli H.
    Juli H.
  • Family trip
    Colleen W.
    Colleen W.
  • Fun
    Arik Q.
    Arik Q.
  • caught a huge bluefin trevally  ☺️
    Scott C.
    Scott C.
  • July fishing trip
    Joseph C.
    Joseph C.
  • Good Times
    William R.
    William R.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
1984
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Shamrock
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins 4bt
Powered by
1 x 155HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Caught morning of when available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No cut over 50lb

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
from 7 years up
You keep catch
Quick trip no, 1/2 25lb whole fish 3/4 35lb whole
Crew keeps catch
Any fish over 50lbs and all quick trips an evening
Catch and release allowed
On select fish

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Haleiwa right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
Trevally (Bluefin)Trevally (Bluefin)
Trevally (Giant)Trevally (Giant)
Tuna (Skipjack)Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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