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.

Hey, it's Hawaii Whale Tale Tour

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.
Anglers Choice
196
Reviews
108
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

V.I.P.-5 STAR-Family Friendly #1 !

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(196 reviews)
Angler's choice
Haleiwa
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $325

Fishing Reports

Thanks for booking its tuna season.
Thanks for booking its tuna season.
Jun 3, 2026 Haleiwa
Need atleast 5 -6 hours to target 100 lb tuna known in hawaii as ahi also the name of the boat . Book the longer charters to catch the bigger fish its 1.5 hours each way to the tuna grounds .
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thanks for your charters and good vibes.
thanks for your charters and good vibes.
May 31, 2026 Haleiwa
Fishing isnt always catching it its not always fair seas and calm winds. I want to thank everyone for having good vibes and showing up and enjoying the trips. Fishing has been getting more expensive and customers have been expecting the biggest fish in the ocean . Please book with the understanding the fish arent on pay roll the ocean makes its on rules. We are guests on the ocean treat the seas , boat and captain with respect and we will have a good time. Tips keep prices lower and moral high. Always tip your Captain lots go behind the scenes and tips keep prices low and moral high and new gear on the boat. Cant do it with out ya and thanks for booking . It is tuna season .
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fish biting - but not tiping.
fish biting - but not tiping.
May 28, 2026 Haleiwa
captains note - fishing isnt catching - if ur not willing to tip on a bad day of fishing or enjoy the ride please go with someone else that doesnt try as hard as I do to catch and provide a good time on the boat matter what the seas and conditions. only two rules- have fun and dont throw up on the boat. If u cant follow those this charter is not for u.
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tuna season is here .
tuna season is here .
May 14, 2026 Haleiwa
book the 7 hour tour to get to the grounds and hook up.
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mahi are biting good wind
mahi are biting good wind
Apr 4, 2026 Haleiwa
Mahis r biting now in april and good light wind book now when the bite is hot.
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fish r huge right now
fish r huge right now
Mar 11, 2026 Haleiwa
lets go fishing
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 196 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
90%
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Jeff M.
Bernardsville, NJ
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

3 hour sunset tour

VERIFIED   Fishing + Sunset Cruise on September 23, 2023
It was a great time with Capt. Matt and his first mate, who were kind and accomodating people. Very welcoming and friendly....
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James B.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
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Decent size boat for 2 people. Would not fish again in the winter,

VERIFIED   Target Marlin and Wahoo! on February 21, 2024
Good Skipper and 1st mate,ย  tried hard for us to put us on fish.ย  they get a big Thumbs up for effort.
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Brian J.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Would book again

VERIFIED   Deluxe V.I.P. Pelagic Troll- #1 - on December 30, 2023
Matt was kind enough to let us stay out an extra hour since we fed the sharks all day. Jarvis was our Deckhand and was knowledgeable,...
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Jeff S.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Matt

VERIFIED   Captains choice! 100lb+ Tuna. #1 on April 24, 2024
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Travis S.
Very good
3.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
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September fishing trip

VERIFIED   Deluxe V.I.P. Pelagic Troll- #1 - on September 29, 2024
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