Charter Operator
Five Star Sportfishing Hawaii

Member since July 2019 Honolulu, United States
Background
Captain John Troutman has been a captain since 2005, but he's been fishing his whole life! The first captain license he obtained was from the Government of Japan. He moved to Hawaii in 2018, and transferred his license to become a US Coast Guard certified captain. A love for the water transferred over into his work life, too – he retired from the U.S. Marine Corps after 27 years of honorable service, primarily in the Pacific where he served 20 years on Okinawa. His favorite thing about running charters is to watch his customers catch fish. Capt. John considers Hawaii to be one of the best places in the world to chase and catch Marlin, Mahi Mahi and Yellowfin Tuna. Even better, Hawaii is the most beautiful place to do it in! He can't wait to have you on board to discover this thrill of a lifetime for yourself.

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Honolulu, United States
Background
Captain John Troutman has been a captain since 2005, but he's been fishing his whole life! The first captain license he obtained was from the Government of Japan. He moved to Hawaii in 2018, and transferred his license to become a US Coast Guard certified captain. A love for the water transferred over into his work life, too – he retired from the U.S. Marine Corps after 27 years of honorable service, primarily in the Pacific where he served 20 years on Okinawa. His favorite thing about running charters is to watch his customers catch fish. Capt. John considers Hawaii to be one of the best places in the world to chase and catch Marlin, Mahi Mahi and Yellowfin Tuna. Even better, Hawaii is the most beautiful place to do it in! He can't wait to have you on board to discover this thrill of a lifetime for yourself.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(423 reviews)
Angler's choice
Honolulu
 7 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $1,250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 423 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
79%
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Michael D.
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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Big Mahi

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6am Start) on April 12, 2025
My daughter and I had a fantastic trip on the Ruckus. The captain asked us what we wanted to target and thatโ€™s what he focused...
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Bridget R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6am Start) on January 27, 2025
Had an absolutely amazing time with Five Star Sportfishing! Captain Gabe and deckhand Tino were top-notchโ€” super knowledgeable,...
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Katie B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Highlight of our Oahu trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on October 23, 2025
Four of us had the chance to reel in a fish, crew was super nice and handled everything, and I loved having the boat to our...
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Jason A.
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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Fish on!!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on October 22, 2025
Thereโ€™s a reason the name is five star fishing. These guys were so on top of there game. Thanks Ruben and Gabe. What a blast...
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Adam B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Made Amazing Memories

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (8am Start) on September 14, 2025
Rueben and Tino on the Ruckus. They made us feel welcome right away. Even with a slight mix up on meeting time, which didnโ€™t...
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