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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Excellent
4.8 / 5
(206 reviews)
Kailua-Kona
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Trips from US $695

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 206 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (202)
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Excellent Trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
82%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
71%
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Kathy R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED   7 Hour Private Trip on April 19, 2026
We had the greatest time! Dave was awesome and so helpful. We were 4.5 hours into the trip and no fish, but then my husband...
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Kimber T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Bombdiggity.com

VERIFIED   7 Hour Private 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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Bryce S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Blue Marlin 20 Minutes into Trip

VERIFIED   9 Hour Private Trip on June 10, 2026
Dave is a great guy, he has that down to earth, dry sense of humor that all great captains have. when the fish is on, dave...
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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
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Beautiful day for a Spearfish

VERIFIED   5 Hour Private 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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Matt A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  7 Hour Private Trip on July 1, 2026
The Captain was very nice and accomedating he went put of his way to make sure we caught fish. we caught sailfish Marlin and...
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