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.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(271 reviews)
Angler's choice
Honolulu
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $1,150

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 271 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
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Angler rating
220
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
81%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
63%
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Chad K.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  December 27, 2025
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Dylan W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

BEST BOAT IN HONOLULU

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on December 30, 2025
We set out promptly at 6am, with the captain and crew already aboard when we arrived 30 minutes early. We departed from the...
Dylan W. recommends Play N Hooky Sportfishing
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Chad L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

December fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on December 26, 2025
Everyone was very friendly. They walked us through what to expect and what to do if we had a fish on.ย  going over the process...
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Scott F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Play N Hooky with a great Captain and deck hand.

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on December 31, 2025
Captain Teoni and the deck hand Nick were great! I highly recommend them for a charter. Captain and Nick were personable, great...
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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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