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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Captain

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(378 reviews)
Angler's choice
Honolulu
 Last booking: 6 hours ago
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Trips from US $300

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 378 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (443)
Found the fish
Beautiful Mahi Mahi
Family day on the water
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
78%
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Judith F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

This is the BEST charter you could choose!!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (11am Start) on January 4, 2025
We cannot say enough about the captain (Rubin) and crew (Milkie and Tito). What a pleasure they were. Took good care of us...
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Andrew J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (6am Start) on February 17, 2025
My son and I had a great time with Gabe and Tino!ย  My son caught a 43 pound Mahi Mahi!ย  We did not land another fish, but...
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Jessica J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Found the fish

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on May 21, 2025
Captains Rubin and Gabe were amazing! Very friendly and personable. We caught 4 mahi mahi during our 1/2 day trip. Gabe gave...
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John J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Hawaii Fishing Trip 2025

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6am Start) on April 19, 2025
Captain Reuben and deckhand Tino were both excellent!ย  They had a great boat with an air conditioned cabin, their gear was...
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Clayton W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Slow day, but an amazing experience!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (6am Start) on July 14, 2024
Captain Ruben and his partner pulled out all the stops today to try and locate the fish. We caught a nice Blue Marlin earlier...
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