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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Excellent
4.7 / 5
(238 reviews)
Honolulu
 8 bookings in the past week.
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trips from US $300

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 238 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (242)
Awesome trip and great crew
Awesome trip and great crew
Memorable day!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
87%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
84%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
72%
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Greta B.
Martinez Lake, AZ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

3/4 day

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6am Start) on May 2, 2023
The crew was very friendly and accommodating. I wish we could have gone again. The cabin was very clean and the couch was very...
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Tomoki O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with John

VERIFIED   NEW  8hr Shared Trip on March 18, 2024
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Linda S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day!! Crew was outstanding!!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on March 14, 2024
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Coleman W.
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 full of action!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ (AM) on February 12, 2024
Caught blue marlin, tuna, and mahi mahi. Boat crew was very friendly, and showed us a good time. Weโ€™ll definitely go back...
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Roberto B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience and crew

VERIFIED   4hr Shared Trip on January 21, 2024
The crew was very knowledgeable and friendly. They put us on fish within the hour and provided an excellent experience. Highly...
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