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
(139 reviews)
Angler's choice
Kailua-Kona
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $575

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 139 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
77%
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Adrian A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome time with a great captain!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 10, 2025
Dave was absolutely amazing and extremely helpful and made our first time experience so fun and memorable!ย  We caught a nice...
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Bruce C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bucket List Ono and a Little Blue

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on June 6, 2025
Had a great trip with my wife!ย  Captain was very good and boat fishes like a larger vessel, boat is geared up - and proved...
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Aaron S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

May 2025 3/4 Day

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 12, 2025
We had a fantastic day of finishing with Captain Dave. He was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where to go catch fish. We...
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Nick F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Professional

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 13, 2025
Capt. Dave is a pro through and through. He is prepared and quick to adjust to the fish behavior. He wants you to catch the...
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David D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great vibe

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on July 28, 2025
Captain with a great island vibe.ย  My son got a tuna as an added bonus. Will be back!
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