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Hawaii Whale Tale Tours – North Shore Oahu Fishing Charter

Experience authentic deep sea fishing on with Hawaii Whale Tale Tours. Join Captain Matt, a seasoned Haleiwa fisherman, for a hands-on fishing adventure targeting Mahi Mahi, Ono (Wahoo), Ahi (Tuna), and Pacific Blue Marlin.

Enjoy breathtaking coastline views and the chance to encounter dolphins, sea turtles, and seasonal humpback whales—all while fishing Hawaii’s rich offshore waters.

What to Expect
This is a captain owned and operated charter focused on providing a one of a kind fishing experience. Captain Matt runs every trip personally and is committed to putting you on fish while keeping the experience safe, enjoyable, and memorable for everyone.
- Top-quality rods, reels, bait, and safety equipment provided
- Small-group setting (max 6 guests; 4 recommended for comfort)
- Hands-on fishing experience for all skill levels

Trip Options:
2-hour (short & scenic), 4–5 hour (best for pelagic fish), bottom fishing (reef species), and sunset tours (great views, lighter fishing). Longer trips = better chance at bigger fish.

Catch Policy (Please Read Carefully)
Hawaii Whale Tale Tours operates as both a charter and a working fishing vessel.
Catch is primarily retained by the captain. If you would like fish to take home, you may purchase your catch at market price. Fish cleaning is time-intensive and only available if pre-arranged and time permits. Select catches may be shared at the captain’s discretion.

Guest guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip for everyone:
No glass containers or bananas on board. Bring sun protection, snacks, and drinks. 
Respectful behavior is expected at all times.
Gratuity is customary and appreciated for great service

Ages: 7+ for 5-hr trips; 5+ for shorter trips (contact captain).

Captain Matt runs every trip—showing up early, staying late, and working hard to put you on fish.

Return guests may receive a discount.

Always fun to get out on the water good vibes and fish.

V.I.P.-5 STAR-Family Friendly #1 !

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Book this epic fishing tour and watch the sunset. There is only one sunset today, so book a tour & enjoy the beautiful sunset from the bow of the 25ft Safeboat. Create lasting memories that you will cherish & enjoy for years to come. The Captain will run the lines long while trolling for pelagic fish. You can sit back and enjoy the views & sounds of the clicker screaming as you hook up on a Mahi Mahi, Ono, or Tuna. Note biting is better in morning this is a sunset tour while we fish good times good views.

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Haleiwa, Hawaii, United States

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Captain Matt owner and operator will meet you and your family at the dock with a smile while welcoming you aboard the 25-foot Coast Guard-approved Safe Boat deemed the safest boat in Hawaii, perfect to keep your family safe. Bottom fish, troll, enjoy the ocean sites and sounds.  This tour is 2.5 hours to 3. Good for a taste of fishing while you wont be getting any huge fish on this trip you will be getting some good pics and good times. To get big fish book a longer charter.  Fish sampler fun fun fun.

Custom Two person Charter

Enjoy panoramic views of the North Shore coastline as we troll for fish and catch bait at shark park .  Shark fishing is illegal in Hawaii but catching bait in the area attracts good views of them.  No sharks are targeted we go to the shark area and fish for bait and bottom fish.  Sharks come and check out the boat as well as mahi mahi and tuna. After we catch some bait we head inshore to do some dropping for bottom fish.  This is shark viewing tour and fishing. Other tours offered target specific fish.

Shark Viewing & Fish Trolling Tour

Troll poppers and flys in 50 feet of water or less for G.T. aka Giant Trevally.  New Charter I am offering for anglers who want to try there luck at throwing poppers and jigging.  We troll small lures to the zones. We will target a few zones close to shore  and work on getting some explosive hook ups and action.  Perfect for summer time.  See you on the dock .

Troll for Trevally+Bottom Fish

Dolphins feed on the bait near the mouth of the harbor .  We visit them early in the morning while catching bait.  Then procede to troll for trevally and tuna. Slow troll up to Waimea bay hugging the coastline.  Calm water wildlife and a good time. If you want to get on the water to enjoy a great time and catch some fish, this is the trip for you. It's perfect for kids, parents, or couples who want to enjoy the ocean without going far offshore, where the water is calm.  Close to shore good time easy tour.

Dolphin Viewing with Fish Trolling

Leave the harbor put out the green light to attract bait.  Catch the bait and send em down to see what bites. Snapper and trigger fish mainly but a good time.  Easy to get sick at night so we stay in the calm areas and fet out get some hook ups and get back before anyone gets sick - hopefully.  Can also leave a little earlier and do half the charter in the light and as the sun sets switch over to the night rigs and deploy the hurt on the fish .  Fun times boat has custom lights. Lets go fishing .

Night Bottom Fishing Adventures!

I enjoy taking the little guys out on the boat. This charter puts a smile on there face as well as letting then catch the biggest fish they ever caught on there own. Get your camera ready for the pic and video. I let them drive the boat they love that as well as educate them on sustainable fishing practices.  Teach them to reel and haul in fish.  The live bait we catch keeps them entertained as well as makes big hook ups.  Great for the next generation of anglers. Adults that are kids at hurt can book too

Kids trip- for the little guys.

Leave the harbor troll the 40 fathom ledge close to shore up to Turtle Bay and back. Wahoo-Mahi- Tuna on the ledge.  Closer to shore not to wet or wild but still can produce good hook ups. If my sisters family was coming this is the tour I for them they fish once a  year.  Bring snacks and a camera sit back and enjoy. Captain lets guests operate the rods and reels and drive if you like.  Kids love to drive the boat and get to sit in the Captains chair.  Sometimes we bottom fish on this one also . Lets go.

Wahoo and Mahi trolling the ledge!!

This charter is for clients who would like to troll half of thr charter and bottom fish the second half. Live bait . And artificial lures work great in hawaiian waters. This tour can be customized to your liking just let me know what works for you and I will make it happen.

Troll and bottom fish . Custom .

Half day trip 5-6 hours depending on water. Charter includes catching bait early and trolling to the fish aggregating devices on the north shore. We want to leave early and get there first. Up to 6 can come but 4 or less is ideal due to bouncy water. Marlin - tuna - wahoo- Mahi all are targeted.  Work with the Captain running the rods and driving the boat when needed. Book this charter and get involved in fishing like your one of the crew. This charter we send it offshore for 100 lb tuna and big fish.

Deluxe V.I.P. Pelagic Troll- #1 -

If you can make it early this trip is for you.Leave the harbor put out the big marlin lures and go fishing. Sit back and relax as the Captain will hunt down bird piles and target Fish aggregating devices to make some explosive hook ups on Marlin - Tuna- Wahoo- and Mahi Mahi. Travel to the west side where the water is smooth and clean and known for holding all the different species of Billfish. This charter can also leave at 6 am which the Captain recommends. Book it and lets go.m

Target Marlin and Wahoo!

We leave at 4 am to 5 am. Straight out to the fish aggregating devices we want to be the first there-early bird gets the fish . Trolling the whole way. Up to 6 people but less is better more room to move around. Marlin and tuna are targeted but Mahi and Wahoo are also caught. After the buoys we proceed to the Kauai pinnacle about 25 miles offshore hunting the 100 lb plus yellow fin tuna known as Ahi which means fire. Fish all morning make the turn and head home with fish in the box. Captains choice.

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