Captain
Dave Datz

Member since July 2023 Kailua-Kona, United States
Background
Capt. Dave runs trips out of Kailua-Kona aboard a 30’ Precision offshore sport fishing vessel. These waters are known for Marlin and Mahi Mahi and he will show you how to catch them. With extensive knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

Hey, I'm Captain Dave Datz

Kailua-Kona, United States
Background
Capt. Dave runs trips out of Kailua-Kona aboard a 30’ Precision offshore sport fishing vessel. These waters are known for Marlin and Mahi Mahi and he will show you how to catch them. With extensive knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(159 reviews)
Angler's choice
Kailua-Kona
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $575

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 159 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (158)
What an experience!
What an experience!
Fishing with Dave
+155
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
84%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
73%
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Preston J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on November 8, 2025
Dave did a great job! From making contact to ensure we k ew exactly where to meet to trying his best to find fish. We did catch...
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Kimber T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bombdiggity.com

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 4, 2025
We had the best day! The captain was chill ๐Ÿ˜Žย  and helped us through the entire experience. First time deep sea fishing...
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Tim E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Beautiful day for a Spearfish

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on August 25, 2025
We had a great time with Captain Dave on a beautiful morning!ย  Beautiful views of the island, nice conversation, and a great...
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Steven S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Blue Marlin

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 8, 2025
Captain Dave was great.ย  Jody and I met him at the landing a little after 6:00 am on 2/8 25 and set out on a beautiful day...
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Randy P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Dave is the best!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on September 29, 2025
Captain Dave was honest with us upfront and said the fishing has been slow but told us he would do his best. We didnโ€™t get...
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