Rick Johnson
Captain

Rick Johnson

Honolulu, United States
500+ reviews
Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing has been operating and guiding in Hawai'i for over two decades. We welcome you to share in the experiences found only here our beautiful blue pacific waters. We hope to share the spirit of these islands as well as a taste of the bounty hidden beneath her sun-soaked surface. Our Ohana 'family' graciously invites you to join us for a personalized fishing experience along Oahu's famous south shore. Enjoy the picturesque Waikiki skyline as we hunt for the fish, or fish-story, that will leave memories to last you a lifetime. Let's go Holoholo!
Eric John W.
Eric John W.
Captain

Charter

Rating

4.8
821 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

92%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
93%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
84%
Caught fish

All reviews (821)

Showing 1 – 5 of 821 reviews
  • Matthew Abbott
    Matthew Abbott
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Made the best of some tough conditions!

    2 Hour Trip • 6 adults • 1 child

    Weather was real challenging, winds were strong and the current was harsh. Captain took us to a number of spots which unforuntently were not successful. We were a group of 5 people. 4 adults and 1 child (5 YO). Everything besides the actual results was top rate and even the lack of fish was still fun. We had a blast and would reccomend to anyone. Crew were helplful, engaging and experienced. They were incredible with my 5 YO who was so excited to fish and get out there. We even tried to see if we could get some fish to surface in the harbor by splashing water to mimick the cleaning out of the fish (snack time for the harbor fish) but nothing. The lack of fish doesn't matter. The staff went above and beyond and we truly had the best time. Thank you to them and we will be back.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the review Matthew! A hui hou…

  • Dora Gao
    Dora Gao
    cn
    Shanghai, China
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Amazing Fish Trip!

    2 Hour Trip - 11:00 AM • 2 adults

    We had an amazing time on this fishing trip! At one point, we even caught five fish on a single line, which was such an exciting and unforgettable experience. The captain and crew were fantastic—friendly, talkative, and very professional. They made the whole trip fun and enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommended!

    Response from Captain

    We are so happy to hear you had a great fishing trip! Thank you for your review

  • Angela Lundberg
    Angela Lundberg
    us
    Washington D.C., US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great quick trip to fish with family

    2 Hour Trip - 9:30 AM • 4 adults

    My sons and I were hoping to do a half day charter on the north sore but it rained so much our trips kept getting cancelled. We checked charters in Honolulu and found this one. The entire team was so helpful. Literally booked us with a few ours notice and Dante the captain was awesome and made sure we all caught a fish. He was very knowledgeable about the area, we even saw whales, a sting ray and turtles. Dante made us all feel welcome and kept adding on shrimp to bait our hooks for us and making our whole experience fun. A few of us got sea sick and he was super nice about that too. I would absolutely recommend this for folks who want the experience for a charter without spending the entire day. Our 2 hour trip was just perfect and a highlight of our trip.

    Reported catch:
    Gray Triggerfish
    Giant Trevally
    Pacific Barracuda
    Humphead Wrasse
    Response from Captain

    So glad we were able to get you in last minute and that your family had a wonderful fishing trip!!! Mahalo for your review A hui hou

  • Yas Saotome
    Yas Saotome
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    I had a wounderful time (楽しかった!)

    2 Hour Trip - 9:30 AM • 1 adult

    Captain Donovan is an experienced fisherman and helped me to enjoy this 2 hour fishing charter experience. With his support, I was able to catch several fish including Nobeta and Yellow Spot Papio. They were both very tasty! ドノバン船長は経験の長い人で、この二時間を大変楽しく過ごさせてくれました。彼に教わりながら、ナベタ(イラ)とパピオ(シマアジ)など数匹の魚を釣ることができました。イラもシマアジも美味しくいただきました。

    Response from Captain

    Mahalo for your review, looks like it turned into a delicious meal!

  • Ivan Chavez
    Ivan Chavez
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    Laid-Back Reef Fishing Along Oahu’s Coastline

    2 Hour Trip (7AM) • 2 adults

    Reef fishing in Honolulu was an awesome experience! The scenery alone makes it worth it—clear blue water, warm breeze, and views of Diamond Head while you fish. There was a good mix of action too: triggerfish and razor peacock fish are just a few surprises depending on the spot. Captain provided good gear and clear instructions, in particular he was very personable and funny, which added a lot to the overall experience and kept us engaged. It’s a super relaxed style of fishing and great for beginners or anyone looking to do something fun on the water without the all-day deep sea commitment. Overall, highly recommend if you’re visiting Oahu and want to get out on the ocean without going too far offshore.

    Reported catch:
    Gray Triggerfish
    Response from Captain

    Mahalo for your review!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Perfect Trip
    Jason I.
    Jason I.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Amazing Fish Trip!
    Dora G.
    Dora G.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Totally worth it!!
    John H.
    John H.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Hugh Mahalo
    Mohamed D.
    Mohamed D.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Good time had fun
    Shane M.
    Shane M.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    very friendly and helpful
    Adam L.
    Adam L.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    the most amazing experience!
    Kristi E.
    Kristi E.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Fantastic!
    Richard C.
    Richard C.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Fun, chill, informative experience!
    Paula R.
    Paula R.
  • Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
    Oahu Pelagic SportfishingHonolulu, HI
    Fishing with Rick
    Joel F.
    Joel F.

What's biting with Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing in Honolulu

October marks the second Mahi Mahi peak season, so this is an excellent time to target this colorful and delicious fish. The Skipjack and Yellowfin Tuna bite should still be good, too. Alternatively, head inshore and bring home something tasty from the reefs.

Top catches for October