Captain
James Pierce

Member since February 2017 Honolulu, United States
Background
Capt. James is experienced in navigating the waters of Honolulu, Hawaii and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. This area is known for Blue Marlin, Wahoo and Black Marlin and you'll get to catch them using trolling, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Hey, I'm Captain James Pierce

Honolulu, United States
Background
Capt. James is experienced in navigating the waters of Honolulu, Hawaii and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. This area is known for Blue Marlin, Wahoo and Black Marlin and you'll get to catch them using trolling, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(130 reviews)
Honolulu
 Last booking: 5 days ago
Trips from US $313

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 130 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (122)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
87%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
77%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
63%
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Freddy F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Big Mahi

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip โ€“ Private on March 1, 2026
Captains Joe and Jeff were fantastic! Theyโ€™re no joke. I booked a full day of fishing and I believe they were working as...
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Matthew D.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip โ€“ Private on March 9, 2026
Crew and captain were amazing. I did the full day 8 hour trip but didnt end up catching a single fish. Besides that...
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Amanda L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Professional & Personable Crew!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Private on December 31, 2025
Captain Mike & Dennis were top notch! They were real pros that make the whole process look so easy due to their expertise....
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Donald G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing With Whipsaw

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Private on November 10, 2025
It was my first experience Deep Sea Fishing Captain And Crew Were Absolutely Amazing Unfortunately I Experianced Sea Sickness...
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George B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Private on December 22, 2025
Iโ€™ve been chartering out of Kewalo Basin since the 70โ€™s, Captain Mike & crew were the best Iโ€™ve met !ย  He went way out...
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