Captain
Sean Lawrence

Member since October 2019 Eleele, United States
Background
Sean and Robert are the owners of Makai Sportfishing charters. Sean handles the business and is the deckhand, and Robert is the Captain. Sean grew up scuba diving, and he describes himself as an underwater hunter, whereas Robert is a local fisherman that grew up on the water. Robert got Sean into the fishing by taking him out with his dad on their private boat and the rest is history! They don’t currently compete in tournaments but they are looking to compete next year in 3 local tournaments. They're very passionate about fishing and their business, and they love making their customers happy!
Techniques
Deep Sea Fishing using primarily surface trolling Lures with shimano 130's and shimano 80's Reels.

Hey, I'm Captain Sean Lawrence

Eleele, United States
Background
Sean and Robert are the owners of Makai Sportfishing charters. Sean handles the business and is the deckhand, and Robert is the Captain. Sean grew up scuba diving, and he describes himself as an underwater hunter, whereas Robert is a local fisherman that grew up on the water. Robert got Sean into the fishing by taking him out with his dad on their private boat and the rest is history! They don’t currently compete in tournaments but they are looking to compete next year in 3 local tournaments. They're very passionate about fishing and their business, and they love making their customers happy!
Techniques
Deep Sea Fishing using primarily surface trolling Lures with shimano 130's and shimano 80's Reels.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(172 reviews)
Eleele
Trips from US $233

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 172 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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6 Hr Shared Charter
6 Hr Shared Charter
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
79%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
75%
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Jason C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Shared on April 24, 2025
Would definitely charter with Makai again!!!
Jason C. recommends Makai Sportfishing
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Ken B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Super fun fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Private on September 26, 2024
Captain Sean and first mate Rob made our trip a memorable one. Donโ€™t hesitate, book a trip and youโ€™ll have a great time...
Ken B. recommends Makai Sportfishing
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Michal B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Sean

VERIFIED   4 Hour Deluxe Shared (AM) on May 30, 2025
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Feroze M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

May fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Shared on May 18, 2025
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Kayla H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Sean

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Shared on May 6, 2025
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