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Teoni Black
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Teoni Black

Honolulu, United States
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
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.

Charter

Rating

4.7
322 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

89%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
93%
Recommend this charter
82%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
65%
Caught fish

All reviews (322)

Showing 1 – 5 of 322 reviews
  • Jason Peppers Jason Peppers
    Jason Peppers Jason Peppers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Outstanding Fishing Experience – Mahi, Memories, and a First-Class Crew!

    Full Day Trip • 4 adults

    We had an outstanding experience aboard Play N Hooky! Captain Teoni and deckhand Nick were both fantastic from start to finish. They were professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and worked hard to make sure everyone had a great time on the water. The fishing was excellent, and thanks to their expertise we landed some beautiful mahi-mahi. Captain Teoni put us on the fish, and Nick was always there to help, making the entire trip enjoyable and stress-free. If you're looking for a top-notch fishing charter, I highly recommend Play N Hooky. Great crew, great boat, and great memories. We'll definitely be booking another trip the next time we're back!

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jason. we had a good time with the two of you. We’re glad the fish were hungry that day. Hope to see you guys again!

  • Luyang Gong
    Luyang Gong
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable Mahi Mahi Fishing Experience

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    An absolutely incredible fishing trip and easily one of the highlights of our time here. Huge spotlight to Captain Teoni and First Mate Nick, they were truly outstanding. From the moment we got on the boat, they made us feel comfortable, confident, and excited for the day ahead. Their professionalism, experience, and passion for fishing really showed throughout the trip. They were patient, encouraging, and always attentive, making sure we had the best possible chance to succeed while also enjoying every moment on the water. Thanks to their expertise, we caught four mahi mahi, and each catch was an unforgettable experience. The energy on the boat was amazing, and you can tell they genuinely care about giving their guests a meaningful and memorable trip, not just a quick charter. If you’re looking for a top-tier fishing experience with a knowledgeable and dedicated crew, we highly recommend Captain Teoni and Nick. We are truly grateful for such a special day on the ocean and would absolutely book with them again.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Craig Kemmet
    Craig Kemmet
    us
    North Dakota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    What a great day

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    captain Teonie and first mate Nick were great. The captain spotted a mahi mahi in open water, put on live bait and the mahi mahi zoomed past the boat and attacked the bait. great catch for the 1st of 4. We would certainly fish with him again. boat holds upto 6 guests. That would be crowded but they said they do it all the time. Irregardless it was perfect with just my wife, the crew of 2 and myself. It’s a fishing boat, not set up for lounging on fhe deck but we still managed to get alot of sun and catch some fish. Captain Teone did a great job in rough seas.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the kind words Craig, we sure enjoyed taking you guys out and the fish were there!

  • Anthony Saenz
    Anthony Saenz
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fishing with Teoni

    Full Day Trip • 1 adult

    I had a great time aboard the boat. The captain and his crew were knowledgeable and very helpful. We landed 3 Mahi for the day. I highly recommend this boat to anyone looking for a great fishing experience!!

    Response from Captain

    thanks Tony we had a great day spent with you! Nice start with the 3 mahi, and several ferocious marlin bites after… wish we could of got one on board for you! Hopefully next time.

  • Kim Wall
    Kim Wall
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Incredible day on the Play N Hooky!

    Full Day Trip • 3 adults

    What a trip! Captain Teoni has the gift - he found us Mahi, yellowfin tuna, marlin, and even a Hawaiian Shortbill spearfish! And Mate Nick was incredible helping us get them all in the boat and keeping us entertained the whole way with his great personality! Literally cannot recommend this crew more if you want to get out there for some great sportfishing!

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Blue Marlin
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Shortbill Spearfish
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Kim! We had a great time sharing the fish action with you guys! That was a great biting day, wish they could all be like that! Hope to see you guys out here again for another fishing adventure!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Adult angler holding a large mahi-mahi aboard a sportfishing boat offshore, with trolling rods, deep blue water, and a mountainous coastline in the background.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Big mahis out and about. Like this 32 pounder this young lady reeled in. A great father and daughter fishing trip, book today while the fish are here!
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Group of anglers proudly displaying two large mahi-mahi aboard a sportfishing boat in an urban marina.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Good fall Mahi action! Fun short shared trip today with 2 big Mah Mahi for 2 of our guests!
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Adult angler proudly holds two bright golden mahi-mahi aboard a sportfishing boat in open ocean waters.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Anthony S.
    Anthony S.
    I had a great time aboard the boat. The captain and his crew were knowledgeable and very helpful. We landed 3 Mahi for the day. I highly recommend this boat to anyone looking for a great fishing experience!!
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Adult angler holding a large mahi-mahi aboard a sportfishing boat offshore, with trolling rods and open ocean visible.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Great day with our amigos… beautiful weather snd a beautiful catch, a 26 pound mahimahi!
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Two adult anglers proudly display a large tuna aboard a sportfishing boat at an urban marina, with trolling gear and a fighting chair visible.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Shi X.
    Shi X.
    very nice equipment！nice ship! nice people! got a 40pound yellow-fin tuna!
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Two adult anglers proudly display a large yellowfin tuna aboard a charter boat in an urban marina.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Tuna time! Great morning trip with Su and Shi. Had just 4 hours to find a big fish so headed out to the deep waters and jthen it was time to head in when we took a triple tuna bite getting one. So we made some sashimi for Su and Shi when we hit the dock.
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Mahi Mahi on a fishing charter in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Beautiful weather great people and a nice fat female mahimahi. Fish tacos are on the menu tonight!
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    A couple proudly displaying their catch of Mahi Mahi aboard a fishing charter in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Had a blast keeping our guests on some hungry mahimahi!
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Mahi Mahi while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Chad J.
    Chad J.
    the captain and mate were awesome. trip was a blast and caught some.
  • Play N Hooky Sportfishing
    Play N Hooky SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of a Mahi Mahi and a Wahoo at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Mahi and ono! Great morning spent with our guests from Virginia. The boys had a blast and ended up with a small mahi and nice ono!

What's biting with Play N Hooky Sportfishing in Honolulu

Even in winter, the temperature in Oahu doesn't dip below 70°F. If you haven't made it offshore yet, this is the time! All the pelagic superstars are out there, including Tuna, Spearfish, Marlin, and Mahi Mahi.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Adult angler holding a large mahi-mahi aboard a sportfishing boat offshore, with trolling rods, deep blue water, and a mountainous coastline in the background.

32‑Pound Mahi Caught on Father‑Daughter

Nov 7, 2026 • Honolulu
Big mahis out and about. Like this 32 pounder this young lady reeled in. A great father and daughter fishing trip, book today while the fish are here!
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Group of anglers proudly displaying two large mahi-mahi aboard a sportfishing boat in an urban marina.

Fall Mahi Bite: 2 Big Mahi Shared Trip

Nov 6, 2026 • Honolulu
Good fall Mahi action! Fun short shared trip today with 2 big Mah Mahi for 2 of our guests!
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Adult angler holding a large mahi-mahi aboard a sportfishing boat offshore, with trolling rods and open ocean visible.

26 lb Mahimahi Catch on Calm Seas

Oct 6, 2026 • Honolulu
Great day with our amigos… beautiful weather snd a beautiful catch, a 26 pound mahimahi!
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Two adult anglers proudly display a large yellowfin tuna aboard a charter boat in an urban marina.

Tuna Trip: Deep Water Triple Bite

Oct 5, 2026 • Honolulu
Tuna time! Great morning trip with Su and Shi. Had just 4 hours to find a big fish so headed out to the deep waters and jthen it was time to head in when we took a triple tuna bite getting one. So we made some sashimi for Su and Shi when we hit the dock.
Show more
A young angler proudly displaying a large Mahi Mahi on a fishing charter in open waters.

Nice Fat Mahimahi for Fish Tacos

Oct 2, 2026 • Honolulu
Beautiful weather great people and a nice fat female mahimahi. Fish tacos are on the menu tonight!
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A couple proudly displaying their catch of Mahi Mahi aboard a fishing charter in open waters.

Plenty of Hungry Mahimahi Caught

Oct 1, 2026 • Honolulu
Had a blast keeping our guests on some hungry mahimahi!
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