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.
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Reviews
Our Team
Jerry G.
Captain
Anthony B.
Captain
Tyler K.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Malama Charters Hilo LLC

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

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (59)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Austin P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Knowledgeable

VERIFIED   Full Day Charter Fishing on June 27, 2025
They work really hard to make sure everyone has a good time. And know where the fish are located.
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Roland M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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...
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Joe L.
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 Jerry

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Charter Fishing on June 19, 2025
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Kurtis T.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Charter Fishing on May 27, 2025
Captain and crew were great, but fishing wasnโ€™t. Iโ€™m sure it is better some days than others, but thatโ€™s just the way...
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Micheal N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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February fishing trip

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Charter Fishing on February 16, 2025
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