Captain
Teoni Black

Member since February 2017 Honolulu, United States
Background
Captain Teoni was born on Oahu and the grandson of legenary WWII veteran and Waianae fisherman Captain Bob Black. Captain Teoni often fishes the same grounds where he and his grandfather fought a giant for 12 hours before finally losing it to sharks. That day is long past but the hope of landing a fish like that keeps him waking up every morning with optimism and he enjoys sharing soiries with his guests from all across the big beautiful USA.
Techniques
I could tell you but i’d have to kill you.

Hey, I'm Captain Teoni Black

Honolulu, United States
Background
Captain Teoni was born on Oahu and the grandson of legenary WWII veteran and Waianae fisherman Captain Bob Black. Captain Teoni often fishes the same grounds where he and his grandfather fought a giant for 12 hours before finally losing it to sharks. That day is long past but the hope of landing a fish like that keeps him waking up every morning with optimism and he enjoys sharing soiries with his guests from all across the big beautiful USA.
Techniques
I could tell you but i’d have to kill you.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(264 reviews)
Angler's choice
Honolulu
Trips from US $1,299

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 264 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (333)
Excellent
Rough seas, need iron stomach
Rough seas, need iron stomach
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Angler rating
214
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
82%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
62%
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Luke J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A fishing trip I'll never forget

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 15, 2025
The day started out slow, but to fill the time while trolling Captain Joe and his deckhand Jeff shared great stories and knowledge....
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Brady A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A little choppy but fun!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 10, 2025
We had a really fun day. It was windy which made the water pretty choppy but we ended up catching a flip Jack and a Mahi Mahi....
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Frank T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great captain and great crew.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 15, 2025
We had a fantastic time.ย  I chartered the Playin Hooky for a 4 hr trip. It was me and my 4 grandkids. The youngest grandson...
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Michael H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect day, Perfect crew

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 21, 2024
Captain Joe and master angler Jack were perfect companions for our fishing trip. Knowledgeable and tenured on deep sea fishing...
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Debra S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 11, 2025
Capitan and crew were awesome!!! Great fishing trip
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