Captain
Jerry Gillgren

Member since August 2023 Hilo, United States
Background
Capt. Jerry runs trips out of Hilo aboard 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 runs trips out of Hilo aboard 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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Jerry G.
Captain
Anthony B.
Captain
Tyler K.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Malama Charters Hilo LLC

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(17 reviews)
Hilo
Trips from US $950

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 17 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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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
87%
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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
Joe L. recommends Malama Charters Hilo LLC
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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...
Kurtis T. recommends Malama Charters Hilo LLC
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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
Micheal N. recommends Malama Charters Hilo LLC
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Josh D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing in hilo

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Charter Fishing on August 9, 2024
I got sea sick and we didnโ€™t land the fish but it was still a lot of fun and Iโ€™d go back with them again to try to land...
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Wieslaw C.
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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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Charter Fishing on March 19, 2024
Captain Jerry is the coolest Captain weโ€™ve met!!! Easy going, friendly and easy to communicate prior our fishing adventure...
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