Captain
Jerry Gillgren

Member since August 2023 Hilo, United States
Background
Capt. Jerry is from Long Beach Ca and has fished since he was 4 y/o He has fished West Coast from San Diego to Ft Bragg and ran charter trips from San Francisco and Bodega Bay. He has run trips out of Hilo since 2019 aboard the Jovan Lee, a 32’ Radovich. These waters are known for Tuna and Marlin and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or jigging. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
Techniques
Bottomfished for over 40 years, Trolling and jig fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain Jerry Gillgren

Hilo, United States
Background
Capt. Jerry is from Long Beach Ca and has fished since he was 4 y/o He has fished West Coast from San Diego to Ft Bragg and ran charter trips from San Francisco and Bodega Bay. He has run trips out of Hilo since 2019 aboard the Jovan Lee, a 32’ Radovich. These waters are known for Tuna and Marlin and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or jigging. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
Techniques
Bottomfished for over 40 years, Trolling and jig fishing.
22
Reviews
Our Team
Jerry G.
Captain
Anthony B.
Captain
Tyler K.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Malama Charters Hilo LLC

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(21 reviews)
Hilo
Trips from US $915

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 22 reviews
See details
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (62)
Was EPIC!! Mahi on all day!!!
Was EPIC!! Mahi on all day!!!
Was EPIC!! Mahi on all day!!!
+59
Angler rating
20
1
0
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 22 reviews
Jason F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great people, great service

VERIFIED   Full Day Charter Fishing on July 18, 2025
I canโ€™t give Jerry and Tyler high enough ratings. These guys were great, even the two of our party who got sea sick enjoyed...
Jason F. recommends Malama Charters Hilo LLC
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Jerry Gillgren Captain replied
Read more
Faustino G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Charter Fishing on August 19, 2025
This a great charter. Captain and Deckhand were very experienced and knew the local waters remarkably. Fishing was a bit tough...
Faustino G. recommends Malama Charters Hilo LLC
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Jerry Gillgren Captain replied
Read more
Brian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Flexible schedule and great day!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Charter Fishing on May 30, 2025
Our day started a bit late as we had some weather pushing out of the area in the morning but the crew pushed the start time...
Brian B. recommends Malama Charters Hilo LLC
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Jerry Gillgren Captain replied
Read more
Roland M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Guys morning out

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Charter Fishing on March 17, 2025
Captain Jerry and Tyler were great.ย  Lots of facts and stories mixed in with the fishing!ย  Electric reels for bottom fishing...
Roland M. recommends Malama Charters Hilo LLC
Mark review as helpful
1 person finds this review helpful
You and 1 other person found this review helpful
  Jerry Gillgren Captain replied
Read more
Ron W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Was EPIC!! Mahi on all day!!!

VERIFIED   Full Day Charter Fishing on December 6, 2025
malama characters is the Best!!!
Ron W. recommends Malama Charters Hilo LLC
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Jerry Gillgren Captain replied
Read more
  • Settings