Charter Operator
Magic Sport Fishing

Member since March 2019 Honolulu, United States
Background
Captain Russell Tanaka spent 15 years commercially fishing for Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna) before crossing over to the Charter industry in 1995. He is one of the hardest-working anglers you’ll ever meet. His 35+ years of experience and methodical attention to every detail are reflected by a quiet disposition, Magic’s beauty and performance, our diligent crew, right down to the gear we use. Since running the Magic, he’s held a 90-95% catch rate. An accomplished fisherman in sport as well, he’s one of only a few men in the history of Hawaiian fishing to catch 3 “Granders” (Blue Marlin, over 1,000 lbs). in 2010 he caught 100+ Ahi, all weighing 100+ lbs! The entire fleet in Kewalo Harbor collectively did not catch even 100 that same year! Every year since he continues to bring in the most Ahi and notable catches. Captain “Toots” runs our weekend/holiday charters as well as the days Russell isn’t available. With his own records and over 45 years of experience, he has been Capt. Russell’s mentor and taught him all he knows about fishing. No matter which one of our Captains you get, remember that you are getting all those years of Hawaii fishing experience!

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Honolulu, United States
Background
Captain Russell Tanaka spent 15 years commercially fishing for Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna) before crossing over to the Charter industry in 1995. He is one of the hardest-working anglers you’ll ever meet. His 35+ years of experience and methodical attention to every detail are reflected by a quiet disposition, Magic’s beauty and performance, our diligent crew, right down to the gear we use. Since running the Magic, he’s held a 90-95% catch rate. An accomplished fisherman in sport as well, he’s one of only a few men in the history of Hawaiian fishing to catch 3 “Granders” (Blue Marlin, over 1,000 lbs). in 2010 he caught 100+ Ahi, all weighing 100+ lbs! The entire fleet in Kewalo Harbor collectively did not catch even 100 that same year! Every year since he continues to bring in the most Ahi and notable catches. Captain “Toots” runs our weekend/holiday charters as well as the days Russell isn’t available. With his own records and over 45 years of experience, he has been Capt. Russell’s mentor and taught him all he knows about fishing. No matter which one of our Captains you get, remember that you are getting all those years of Hawaii fishing experience!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(10 reviews)
Honolulu
Trips from US $425

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Magic Fishing Charters is a top notch outfit!
Magic Fishing Charters is a top notch outfit!
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Greg R.
Excellent
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Great trip.

VERIFIED   Full Day Shared on January 16, 2025
Captain and crew got us on the fish, perfect weather. Crew was great and the worked together seamlessly.ย  Captain Russell...
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Gil M.
Excellent
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Magic Fishing Charters is a top notch outfit!

VERIFIED   Full Day Exclusive on February 13, 2025
We had an epic day with Magic Fishing Charters. Captain Russell put us on the fish and his crew worked hard for us. We all...
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John B.
Excellent
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Magic Fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Exclusive on March 13, 2025
Great captain and crew. Very knowledgeable and friendly. They helped in anyway to catch the fish. Would highly recommend
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Rick D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Top notch Crew & Equipment

VERIFIED   Full Day Shared on March 2, 2025
Very pleased with Captain, crew, and Equipment,ย  tough finding fish, yet would definitely go with Majic next trip..ย  Rick
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Elton H.
Excellent
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Best Fishing Charter in Honolulu

VERIFIED   Full Day Exclusive on September 20, 2024
Capt Russell, Austin and Jake were completely outstanding!!ย  We caught several yellow fin tuna over 120 poundsโ€”-accommodations...
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