Captain
Matahi Ateni

Member since October 2020 Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia
Background
Captain Matahi is born and raised in Moorea. He's a true ocean lover and enjoys every day spent on the water. He loves to share his knowledge and experience with other people. He runs the trips with his friend Benji, a world traveler since he was a kid. He arrived at Moorea when he was 16 years old and spent most of his time at the ocean.

Hey, I'm Captain Matahi Ateni

Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia
Background
Captain Matahi is born and raised in Moorea. He's a true ocean lover and enjoys every day spent on the water. He loves to share his knowledge and experience with other people. He runs the trips with his friend Benji, a world traveler since he was a kid. He arrived at Moorea when he was 16 years old and spent most of his time at the ocean.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(35 reviews)
Moorea-Maiao
Trips from US $311

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (48)
Tuna time
Tuna time
Excellent fishing, excellent crew, awesome with kid
+45
Angler rating
29
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
66%
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Bianca L.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   April 14, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Bonnie B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great way to spend a day in Moorea

VERIFIED   Coco beach fishing and lagoon tour on September 28, 2023
We had a great time fishing with Matahi - unfortunately, we didnโ€™t catch any fish, but it was nice to be out on the water....
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Dina H.
San Rafael, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wonderful time with Mathi and Ernest

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip โ€“ Private on April 8, 2022
We had the best time! Captain Mathi and first mate Ernesto were just lovely humans to begin with nevermind being wonderful...
Dina H. recommends Moorea Fishing Adventures
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Adrian K.
San Diego, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on August 6, 2021
Beautiful calm morning with a stunning boat ride. Waves were really awe inspiring. The weather and views were better than our...
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Ali O.
Denton, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full Day turned 2 Day

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip/Tour on May 27, 2021
We had such an amazing time with Matahi and Benji that we booked a trip to go again the next day. Not only was the fishing...
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