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
(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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Angler rating
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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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Levi S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

โ€œFive Starsโ€

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (6am Start) on December 13, 2024
Truly a โ€œFive Starโ€ experience! We booked a full day trip on Ruckus. Captain Ruben/Crew were professional, experienced,...
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Peter J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great captn and mate

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip (6am Start) on November 12, 2025
It was great!ย  Captain and mate high fish IQ.ย  Caught marlin and a bunch mahi mahi. It was a blast. Get Rubin as a...
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Troy R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip (8am Start) on November 1, 2025
Captain knew what he was doing. The first mate was outstanding, he was able to handle everything with ease. We caught lots...
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Blain K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect Trip!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6am Start) on August 28, 2025
I had an amazing time with Gabe and Ruby!ย  They worked tirelessly to land me fish. We got into the Mahi Mahi early and ended...
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Burt Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Knowledge and effort

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 13, 2025
The captain and deck hand were very knowledgeable and clearly explained what they were doing and what the anglers should be...
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