Play N Hooky Sportfishing 

4.7
(318 reviews)
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 Ala Moana Boulevard 1125, Honolulu, HI 96813, United States–

Play N Hooky Sportfishing 

Honolulu, HI, United States
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41 ft
6
4.7
(318 reviews)

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Play N Hooky looks forward to taking you on a Hawaiian Deep Sea Fishing Adventure. The charter is operated by Captain Teoni Black who also has decades of deep sea fishing experience in Hawaii.

You will fish aboard our 41-foot Hatteras Play N Hooky that is powered by two 380 HP Cummins engines. The boat is safe and powerful and contains all electronics and equipment needed for a successful trip. Onboard Play N Hooky has a large cockpit for fighting fish, a comfortable air-conditioned salon with seating, a kitchen, and a private restroom with toilet.

Your charter includes all the necessary fishing gear: Rods, reels, line, lures, tackle, equipment, bait, etc. Fishing will take place in the offshore waters of Oahu where we target Mahi Mahi, Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Spearfish, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Skipjack Tuna, and Big Eye Tuna.

You are welcome to bring any food and drinks you would like to have for your trip. There is a cooler, ice, and a refrigerator on board for your convenience. If you would like fish to eat, you are welcome to keep up to 50 pounds of your catch. The crew will fillet and bag this fish for you after returning to the dock. Fish over 100 pounds will not be cut into as these fish will be sold.

Please note gratuity is not included in your charter price, 20% is customary if you enjoy your fishing experience.

Step aboard and enjoy the beautiful water offshore Oahu while our captain and crew work to make your sportfishing dream a reality!

Play N Hooky looks forward to taking you on a Hawaiian Deep Sea Fishing Adventure. The charter is operated by Captain Teoni Black who also has decades of deep sea fishing experience in Hawaii.

You will fish aboard our 41-foot Hatteras Play N Hooky that is powered by two 380 HP Cummins engines. The boat is safe and powerful and contains all electronics and equipment needed for a successful trip. Onboard Play N Hooky has a large cockpit for fighting fish, a comfortable air-conditioned salon with seating, a kitchen, and a private restroom with toilet.

Your charter includes all the necessary fishing gear: Rods, reels, line, lures, tackle, equipment, bait, etc. Fishing will take place in the offshore waters of Oahu where we target Mahi Mahi, Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Spearfish, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Skipjack Tuna, and Big Eye Tuna.

You are welcome to bring any food and drinks you would like to have for your trip. There is a cooler, ice, and a refrigerator on board for your convenience. If you would like fish to eat, you are welcome to keep up to 50 pounds of your catch. The crew will fillet and bag this fish for you after returning to the dock. Fish over 100 pounds will not be cut into as these fish will be sold.

Please note gratuity is not included in your charter price, 20% is customary if you enjoy your fishing experience.

Step aboard and enjoy the beautiful water offshore Oahu while our captain and crew work to make your sportfishing dream a reality!

Teoni Black
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Teoni Black
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October 2026
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4 hour shared
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $678
Shared tour: 2 people
8 hour shared
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $878
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+3
US $1,199
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $1,570
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+3
US $1,776
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full day plus
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $1,880
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.7
318 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (423)

What anglers say

89%
Great experience
82%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
65%
Caught fish

Reviews (318)

  • Jason Peppers Jason Peppers
    Jason Peppers Jason Peppers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Outstanding Fishing Experience – Mahi, Memories, and a First-Class Crew!

    Full Day Trip on May 30, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had an outstanding experience aboard Play N Hooky! Captain Teoni and deckhand Nick were both fantastic from start to finish. They were professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and worked hard to make sure everyone had a great time on the water. The fishing was excellent, and thanks to their expertise we landed some beautiful mahi-mahi. Captain Teoni put us on the fish, and Nick was always there to help, making the entire trip enjoyable and stress-free. If you're looking for a top-notch fishing charter, I highly recommend Play N Hooky. Great crew, great boat, and great memories. We'll definitely be booking another trip the next time we're back!

  • Luyang Gong
    Luyang Gong
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable Mahi Mahi Fishing Experience

    Full Day Trip on March 24, 2026 • 2 adults

    An absolutely incredible fishing trip and easily one of the highlights of our time here. Huge spotlight to Captain Teoni and First Mate Nick, they were truly outstanding. From the moment we got on the boat, they made us feel comfortable, confident, and excited for the day ahead. Their professionalism, experience, and passion for fishing really showed throughout the trip. They were patient, encouraging, and always attentive, making sure we had the best possible chance to succeed while also enjoying every moment on the water. Thanks to their expertise, we caught four mahi mahi, and each catch was an unforgettable experience. The energy on the boat was amazing, and you can tell they genuinely care about giving their guests a meaningful and memorable trip, not just a quick charter. If you’re looking for a top-tier fishing experience with a knowledgeable and dedicated crew, we highly recommend Captain Teoni and Nick. We are truly grateful for such a special day on the ocean and would absolutely book with them again.

  • Craig Kemmet
    Craig Kemmet
    us
    North Dakota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    What a great day

    Full Day Trip on February 2, 2026 • 2 adults

    captain Teonie and first mate Nick were great. The captain spotted a mahi mahi in open water, put on live bait and the mahi mahi zoomed past the boat and attacked the bait. great catch for the 1st of 4. We would certainly fish with him again. boat holds upto 6 guests. That would be crowded but they said they do it all the time. Irregardless it was perfect with just my wife, the crew of 2 and myself. It’s a fishing boat, not set up for lounging on fhe deck but we still managed to get alot of sun and catch some fish. Captain Teone did a great job in rough seas.

  • Kim Wall
    Kim Wall
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Incredible day on the Play N Hooky!

    Full Day Trip on August 13, 2026 • 3 adults

    What a trip! Captain Teoni has the gift - he found us Mahi, yellowfin tuna, marlin, and even a Hawaiian Shortbill spearfish! And Mate Nick was incredible helping us get them all in the boat and keeping us entertained the whole way with his great personality! Literally cannot recommend this crew more if you want to get out there for some great sportfishing!

  • Angela Moles
    Angela Moles
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    We caught Mahi Mahi!!!!!

    3/4 Day Trip on September 11, 2026 • 4 adults

    It was so thrilling to reel in our catch!! Captain Teoni and Rick were amazing. Rick was right there with us, coaching us along the way as we reeled in our catch! Exhilarating!!!

  • John Norling
    John Norling
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic crew and boat

    3/4 Day Trip on July 23, 2026 • 2 adults

    Was very impressed with Teoni and the deck hand Nick. The water was super rough while we were on the island but thankfully Teoni still took us out. He put us on fish multiple times and we had 3 bites. We were able to land a 24 lbs skip jack tuna with Nicks help. Would absolutely book with them again.

  • Dylan Walker
    Dylan Walker
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    BEST BOAT IN HONOLULU

    Half Day Trip on December 30, 2025 • 2 adults

    We set out promptly at 6am, with the captain and crew already aboard when we arrived 30 minutes early. We departed from the docks right at 6 a.m., heading into the ocean, where we witnessed a breathtaking sunrise. The captain was courteous and positioned the boat for ideal photo opportunities. Once we reached his fishing spots, it didn't take long before we started catching fish, including two Marlin over 6 feet long and a 5-foot Mahi-Mahi.

  • Shi Xun
    Shi Xun
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    solid good experience

    Half Day Trip on October 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    very nice equipment!nice ship! nice people! got a 40pound yellow-fin tuna!

  • Bruno Dellagogna
    Bruno Dellagogna
    ar
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    The Best Fishing Experience of My Life

    3/4 Day Trip on January 8, 2026 • 4 adults

    It started as an ordinary fishing trip, but it ended up being an incredible one. Captain Teoni and his first mate, Toby, kept pushing the entire time, constantly changing strategies and never giving up. Thanks to that, we landed a 50-pound tuna and a huge marlin. It turned into one of the best experiences of my life. Huge thanks to Captain Teoni and Toby for an unforgettable day on the water.

  • Chad Lawler
    Chad Lawler
    us
    North Dakota, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    December fishing trip

    Full Day Trip on December 26, 2025 • 6 adults

    Everyone was very friendly. They walked us through what to expect and what to do if we had a fish on. going over the process before it happens helps ensure that you actually land the fish when they bite! our family had a great time while only catching 1 Mahi. you can't control whether or not the fish bite but you can control the attitude of the captain and crew and they were great!

Rating

4.7
318 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (423)

What anglers say

89%
Great experience
82%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
65%
Caught fish

All reviews (318)

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Jason Peppers Jason Peppers
Jason Peppers Jason Peppers
Repeat angler
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Outstanding Fishing Experience – Mahi, Memories, and a First-Class Crew!
Full Day Trip on May 30, 2026 • 4 adults

We had an outstanding experience aboard Play N Hooky! Captain Teoni and deckhand Nick were both fantastic from start to finish. They were professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and worked hard to make sure everyone had a great time on the water. The fishing was excellent, and thanks to their expertise we landed some beautiful mahi-mahi. Captain Teoni put us on the fish, and Nick was always there to help, making the entire trip enjoyable and stress-free. If you're looking for a top-notch fishing charter, I highly recommend Play N Hooky. Great crew, great boat, and great memories. We'll definitely be booking another trip the next time we're back!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Teoni Black
Response from Captain

Thanks Jason. we had a good time with the two of you. We’re glad the fish were hungry that day. Hope to see you guys again!

Luyang Gong
Luyang Gong
Repeat angler
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Unforgettable Mahi Mahi Fishing Experience
Full Day Trip on March 24, 2026 • 2 adults

An absolutely incredible fishing trip and easily one of the highlights of our time here. Huge spotlight to Captain Teoni and First Mate Nick, they were truly outstanding. From the moment we got on the boat, they made us feel comfortable, confident, and excited for the day ahead. Their professionalism, experience, and passion for fishing really showed throughout the trip. They were patient, encouraging, and always attentive, making sure we had the best possible chance to succeed while also enjoying every moment on the water. Thanks to their expertise, we caught four mahi mahi, and each catch was an unforgettable experience. The energy on the boat was amazing, and you can tell they genuinely care about giving their guests a meaningful and memorable trip, not just a quick charter. If you’re looking for a top-tier fishing experience with a knowledgeable and dedicated crew, we highly recommend Captain Teoni and Nick. We are truly grateful for such a special day on the ocean and would absolutely book with them again.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Craig Kemmet
Craig Kemmet
us
North Dakota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
What a great day
Full Day Trip on February 2, 2026 • 2 adults

captain Teonie and first mate Nick were great. The captain spotted a mahi mahi in open water, put on live bait and the mahi mahi zoomed past the boat and attacked the bait. great catch for the 1st of 4. We would certainly fish with him again. boat holds upto 6 guests. That would be crowded but they said they do it all the time. Irregardless it was perfect with just my wife, the crew of 2 and myself. It’s a fishing boat, not set up for lounging on fhe deck but we still managed to get alot of sun and catch some fish. Captain Teone did a great job in rough seas.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Teoni Black
Response from Captain

Thank you for the kind words Craig, we sure enjoyed taking you guys out and the fish were there!

Tanya Georgiou
Tanya Georgiou
au
Australia
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Most incredible experience!!!!
Half Day Trip - 11:00 AM on September 21, 2026 • 6 adults

the group had the most amazing experience on this charter and will never forget it. luck enough to catch a Marlin. thank you so very much to the crew for your experience and expertise, very grateful.

Kim Wall
Kim Wall
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Incredible day on the Play N Hooky!
Full Day Trip on August 13, 2026 • 3 adults

What a trip! Captain Teoni has the gift - he found us Mahi, yellowfin tuna, marlin, and even a Hawaiian Shortbill spearfish! And Mate Nick was incredible helping us get them all in the boat and keeping us entertained the whole way with his great personality! Literally cannot recommend this crew more if you want to get out there for some great sportfishing!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Yellowfin Tuna
Shortbill Spearfish
Teoni Black
Response from Captain

Thanks Kim! We had a great time sharing the fish action with you guys! That was a great biting day, wish they could all be like that! Hope to see you guys out here again for another fishing adventure!

FAQs about Play N Hooky Sportfishing

Play N Hooky Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $339 per person - 4 hour shared (4 hours)
  • US $339 per person - 4 hour shared - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $439 per person - 8 hour shared (8 hours)
  • US $1,199 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,199 per group - Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,199 per group - Half Day Trip - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,570 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,776 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,880 per group - Full day plus (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Play N Hooky Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning So you can cool down after the HOT bite!
  • Fighting chair Stap in and lets' go!
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment For crew use, untangling props/ not lost phone
  • Live bait well Custom built/ bait loves it and kids too
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator Keeps your sandwiches cool and dry
  • Multimedia system star link and television so you don't miss a game
  • Outriggers Longest and pointiest with the best strike sounds
  • Ice box Gets the mountains blue in minutes
Trips booked with Play N Hooky Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (When available)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate (Gets your fish aboard and will eat your lunch if )
Play N Hooky Sportfishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing
Play N Hooky Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle (30-50#)
  • Heavy tackle (130#)
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Play N Hooky Sportfishing include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Spearfish (Shortbill)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Teoni Black
Teoni Black

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

49 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
318 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2017
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Teoni was born on Oahu and the grandson of legenary WWII veteran and Waianae fisherman Captain Bob Black. Captain Teoni often fishes the same grounds where he and his grandfather fought a giant for 12 hours before finally losing it to sharks. That day is long past but the hope of landing a fish like that keeps him waking up every morning with optimism and he enjoys sharing soiries with his guests from all across the big beautiful USA.

Teoni Black
Teoni Black
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
49
reports
318
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
Captain Teoni was born on Oahu and the grandson of legenary WWII veteran and Waianae fisherman Captain Bob Black. Captain Teoni often fishes the same grounds where he and his grandfather fought a giant for 12 hours before finally losing it to sharks. That day is long past but the hope of landing a fish like that keeps him waking up every morning with optimism and he enjoys sharing soiries with his guests from all across the big beautiful USA.

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Shortbill Spearfish
Shortbill Spearfish
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Shortbill Spearfish
Shortbill Spearfish

Real catches by this captain

  • solid good experience
    Shi X.
    Shi X.
  • great trip
    Chad J.
    Chad J.
  • September fishing trip
    Lana L.
    Lana L.
  • We caught Mahi Mahi!!!!!
    Angela M.
    Angela M.
  • Incredible day on the Play N Hooky!
    Kim W.
    Kim W.
  • Awesome day out on the water with great boat and crew!!
    Kati H.
    Kati H.
  • Fishing with Teoni
    Boone K.
    Boone K.
  • Fun Trip
    Donald C.
    Donald C.
  • Caught a Marlin
    Chris J.
    Chris J.
  • Amazing Trip!
    Trey H.
    Trey H.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
41 ft
Year built
1968
Restored in
2007
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 380HP
Max cruising speed
15 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
So you can cool down after the HOT bite!
Fighting chair
Stap in and lets' go!
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
For crew use, untangling props/ not lost phone
Live bait well
Custom built/ bait loves it and kids too
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Keeps your sandwiches cool and dry
Multimedia system
star link and television so you don't miss a game
Outriggers
Longest and pointiest with the best strike sounds
Ice box
Gets the mountains blue in minutes
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
When available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Gets your fish aboard and will eat your lunch if

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
You keep catch
50% of fish under 100lbs
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Honolulu right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
Spearfish (Shortbill)Spearfish (Shortbill)
Tuna (Skipjack)Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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