Captain
Lance Gelman

Member since March 2021 Kailua-Kona, United States
Background
Captain Lance has worked in the charter fishing industry since he was 14, and his love of fishing, the ocean, and his clients has always rewarded him. Captain Lance believes it is his responsibility to show his clients a great day whether the fish are biting or not. With that said, he is a very accomplished captain, catching two grander Blue Marlin (1058 lb and 1075 lb), 57 Mahi Mahi in a single day, and has many tournament victories to his credit. A superb Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna) fisherman, Captain Lance won first place in the Maui Jim Tournament Ahi Division three years in a row: 2009, 2010, and 2011.
Techniques
The captain's preferred style of fishing is trolling lures in order to cover as much water as possible looking for your catch of a lifetime.

Hey, I'm Captain Lance Gelman

Kailua-Kona, United States
Background
Captain Lance has worked in the charter fishing industry since he was 14, and his love of fishing, the ocean, and his clients has always rewarded him. Captain Lance believes it is his responsibility to show his clients a great day whether the fish are biting or not. With that said, he is a very accomplished captain, catching two grander Blue Marlin (1058 lb and 1075 lb), 57 Mahi Mahi in a single day, and has many tournament victories to his credit. A superb Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna) fisherman, Captain Lance won first place in the Maui Jim Tournament Ahi Division three years in a row: 2009, 2010, and 2011.
Techniques
The captain's preferred style of fishing is trolling lures in order to cover as much water as possible looking for your catch of a lifetime.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(110 reviews)
Kailua-Kona
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $850

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 110 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (100)
Ahi yellowfin tuna of a lifetime!
Ahi yellowfin tuna of a lifetime!
Ahi yellowfin tuna of a lifetime!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
74%
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Randy W.
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wonderful 4 Hour Adventure!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on August 30, 2022
Lance & Jack were really great at listening to what our goals were for the day & doing their best to make it happen! They spent...
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Nathan R.
Honolulu, Hawaii
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day with Lance and Jack

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 1, 2022
This was our Second day deep sea fishing this trip. First trip was with another charter. They were pretty good but seemed more...
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Lynn P.
Golden Valley, AZ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Jack and Lance

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on July 12, 2023
We had a great trip. The crew was professional, communicated well, and very knowledgeable. We were able to catch a nice blue...
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George W.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hour trip on Medusa with Captain Lance & Jack

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on October 24, 2021
The crew was very professional and helpful making the voyage safe and enjoyable for all. A covered compartment was available...
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Vadim D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on February 15, 2024
Thank you for the great fishing experience!
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