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!
Anglers Choice
152
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A'u Struck Sportfishing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(152 reviews)
Angler's choice
Kailua-Kona
 Last booking: 10 hours ago
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Trips from US $575

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 152 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Fishing with Dave
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
84%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
74%
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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
Overall

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
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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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Raymond Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Thank you, Captain Dave!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on September 19, 2025
Captain Dave was friendly and knowledgeable about fishing in Kona. We would recommend Aโ€™u Struck for your next charter.
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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
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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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Joyce T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Dave

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on September 18, 2025
Captain Dave was great.ย  We didnโ€™t catch anything but had a very nice time!
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