Captain
Rick Johnson

Member since December 2020 Honolulu, United States
Background
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!

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Honolulu, United States
Background
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!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(720 reviews)
Honolulu
 8 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $495

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 720 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (574)
Awesome time for the kids!
Absolutely best charter ever!
Absolutely best charter ever!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
82%
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James R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Saved our day! The whole family had a blast!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (8:30AM) on April 26, 2025
So we had booked our charter for 8:30 AM, and after a whole week of events in Waikiki for some reason, my brain had us booked...
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Chris M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable Fishing Adventure, Highly Recommend!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (9:30AM) on February 8, 2025
Our fishing experience was absolutely awesome! From start to finish, everything exceeded expectations. The captain and deckhand...
Chris M. recommends Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
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Caroline A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Absolutely best charter ever!

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Trip (8:30AM) on June 14, 2025
Went for my bestieโ€™s birthday as a surprise and we had a great time with Capt Rick and Kaito. They were super friendly, knowledgable,...
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Jackie S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Trip (8:30AM) on June 9, 2025
Zach and Sophia were great. They were attentive and helpful, providing great tips to enhance our experience today. We caught...
Jackie S. recommends Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
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Jeremiah D.
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 on the Water

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (4PM) on August 13, 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our fishing excursion with Kaito and Hannah. They took us to some spots with beautiful views and we caught...
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