Charter Operator
Hawaii Whale Tale Tour

Member since September 2023 Haleiwa, United States
Background
I'm Captain Matt Milyak! I've spent over 2 decades exploring the stunning waters of Hawaii. I'm a certified waterman, a fearless big wave surfer, and a seasoned charter boat captain. My heart belongs to the ocean and its fascinating wildlife, and I'm thrilled to pass on my wisdom and adventures to you. Come aboard one of my tours, and I promise you'll leave with cherished memories and experiences that will last a lifetime. Get ready for an incredible journey!
Techniques
Hawaiian blue water trolling and live bait.

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Haleiwa, United States
Background
I'm Captain Matt Milyak! I've spent over 2 decades exploring the stunning waters of Hawaii. I'm a certified waterman, a fearless big wave surfer, and a seasoned charter boat captain. My heart belongs to the ocean and its fascinating wildlife, and I'm thrilled to pass on my wisdom and adventures to you. Come aboard one of my tours, and I promise you'll leave with cherished memories and experiences that will last a lifetime. Get ready for an incredible journey!
Techniques
Hawaiian blue water trolling and live bait.
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(171 reviews)
Angler's choice
Haleiwa
 4 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $275

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 171 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
92%
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Jason P.
Very good
3.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
Overall

Dissapointing long 6 hrs

VERIFIED   Tuna fish aggregating device- #1 on November 7, 2025
signed up for the 7 hour deep sea trip- what a long disappointing trip that was. one actual hit all day- no fish on the line,...
Jason P. does not recommend V.I.P.-5 STAR-Family Friendly- # 1
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Hugh W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
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Awesome

VERIFIED   Bottom fishing - multiple hook ups. on January 22, 2025
Not only did we get to fish, but we were lucky enough to see dolphins and whales!ย  Captain Matt was awesome and very knowledgeable!ย ...
Hugh W. recommends V.I.P.-5 STAR-Family Friendly- # 1
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Steve D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Captain!

VERIFIED   Dolphin Viewing with Fish Trolling on November 23, 2024
My 9 and 6 year old love fishing and I am not a fisherman. Captain Matt was great and accommodated the family. We caught a...
Steve D. recommends V.I.P.-5 STAR-Family Friendly- # 1
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Jeff G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Tiger Shark!

VERIFIED   Deluxe V.I.P. Pelagic Troll- #1 - on February 21, 2024
Great trip with Matt and Jarvis fishing both artificials and live bait. Hookup with Mahi and Kawakawa. Saw whales breaching...
Jeff G. recommends V.I.P.-5 STAR-Family Friendly- # 1
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Jason S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
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What a perfect trip!!

VERIFIED   Night Bottom Fishing Adventures! on December 10, 2024
Booked a last minute trip with captain Matt and couldnโ€™t have asked for a better experience. Matt got us hooked up on some...
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