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Matthew Ratoni
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Matthew Ratoni

Haleiwa, United States
250+ reviews
Enjoy Hawaii's charming waters and have a wonderful experience chasing many top-class species. Captain Matthew has got everything to make your trip unforgettable!
Matt R.
Matt R.
Captain
Megan R.
Megan R.
Staff
Giovanni R.
Giovanni R.
First mate
Chase F.
Chase F.
First mate
Jack S.
Jack S.
Captain

Charter

Rating

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

What anglers say

94%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
86%
Caught fish

All reviews (255)

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  • Marc Sakoda
    Marc Sakoda
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Kids first time salt water fishing

    Beginners • 3 adults • 2 children

    My son and daughter wanted to try salt water fishing. They both have never caught a fish in their lives.. Captain Matt helped my son and daughter catch their first fish. He knew we were all new to fishing and helped walk us through what to do. At the end he took the extra time to take us by a pod o dolfins he saw in the distance, which my daughter was very excited to see. Captin Matt is very knowledgeable about fishing and made the experience special and one we will always remember. He was in contact with me from the second I booked the trip to our morning of fishing. He was punctual and had everything ready to go when we arrived. He is very thorough with saftey on the boat. I would highly recommend Captain Matt and look forward to fishing with him the next time we come to Oahu.

    Response from Captain

    I really appreciate the positive review. thank you guys. I'm glad you had a good time

  • Lutz Vergin
    Lutz Vergin
    at
    Austria
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Absolutely unforgettable Day

    5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM • 2 adults

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely world-class – caught an awesome Wahoo!We had an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Matthew. Before we even left the harbor, Captain Matthew was incredibly thoughtful and gave us some motion sickness medicine, which completely saved our day. The North Shore definitely lived up to its legendary reputation. Thanks to Matthew's incredible experience, we landed a beautiful Wahoo (Ono) – an absolute dream come true! The boat was spotless, the gear was top-notch, and the vibe on board was super relaxed. To top it off, Captain Matthew filleted the Wahoo right there on the boat and gave us the whole fish. If you want high-quality sportfishing on Oahu, you MUST book here. A huge thank you to Captain Matthew for making this the highlight of our Hawaii vacation!

    Reported catch:
    Wahoo
    Response from Captain

    Glad you guys had a great time. you're welcome anytime you come back

  • Keoni Dang
    Keoni Dang
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    4.3
    Verified
    NEW

    Great Family Fishing Adventure with Captain Matt!

    Beginners • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had a great morning out on the water with Captain Matt! We caught three fish and even got to see some dolphins, which made the trip extra special. Captain Matt was fantastic with my two kids, ages 14 and 12. He was patient, knowledgeable, and made sure they had a great experience. The only thing that could have made it better was catching a few more fish, but we knew we were fishing outside of peak season and right after some heavy flooding, so conditions weren’t ideal. Overall, it was a fun morning and a great family memory. Highly recommend Captain Matt, especially for families with kids!

    Response from Captain

    thanks for joining us

  • Andre Courie
    Andre Courie
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing time on the water!

    Beginners - 9:30 AM • 3 adults • 1 child

    We took the 3hr beginners trip and we had an amazing time! my biggest goal was for my 9yr old son to catch something and within 10 minutes he hooked up on a little blue trevally! We brought in another blue trevally and a couple other fish but the best part was the dozens of dolphins that swam up to our boat! Captain Matt and Gio made this a memorable time for us and i would absolutely recommend this for anyone looking for a quick and easy trip for a great price as well!

    Reported catch:
    Bluefin Trevally
    Response from Captain

    so happy you guys had a great time

  • Amelia Henggeler
    Amelia Henggeler
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip! Private experience is awesome.

    5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM • 2 adults

    Matt and his helper were awesome today, I really enjoy the fact that charters are 3 people max, it makes for an amazing 1:1 experience. No sharing with strangers or waiting your turn. I also love family owned business. Matt was great conversation and a very polite host, his helper did a great at assisting us with fish and getting them into our hands. Overall a great experience and would book again. Cheers!

    Reported catch:
    Bluefin Trevally
    Response from Captain

    thanks a lot for coming out. you guys were a pleasure

Real catches shared by our community

  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Solo angler holding a large mahi-mahi aboard a fishing boat offshore, with trolling gear and open ocean visible.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Joe C.
    Joe C.
    Although we had a rough day on the water with the weather conditions overall it was a great day
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Large amberjack-style fish displayed on the deck of a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bluefin Trevally
    Keoni D.
    Keoni D.
    We had a great morning out on the water with Captain Matt! We caught three fish and even got to see some dolphins, which made the trip extra special. Captain Matt was fantastic with my two kids, ages 14 and 12. He was patient, knowledgeable, and made sure they had a great experience. The only thing that could have made it better was catching a few more fish, but we knew we were fishing outside of peak season and right after some heavy flooding, so conditions weren’t ideal. Overall, it was a fun morning and a great family memory. Highly recommend Captain Matt, especially for families with kids!
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Young angler holding a large silver fish aboard a fishing boat, with rods and rugged coastal cliffs in the background.
    Fish 1
    Bluefin Trevally
    Joel T.
    Joel T.
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Two adult anglers proudly display large mahi-mahi catches aboard a sportfishing boat in open ocean waters.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Peter K.
    Peter K.
    we did a 5 hour trip and had an excellent time catching mahi. captain matt and first mate chase put us on the fish!
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Angler proudly displaying a large fish on a boat during a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Giant Trevally
    Adam O.
    Adam O.
    Great communication. Captain Matt Ratoni was very friendly and knowledgable. Communication was superb. Kept us updated on weather. My son (13) had a great time. We caught a 40lb Giant Trevally 10min off the dock!
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Young angler joyfully displaying a large fish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Silver Trevally
    Marc S.
    Marc S.
    My son and daughter wanted to try salt water fishing. They both have never caught a fish in their lives.. Captain Matt helped my son and daughter catch their first fish. He knew we were all new to fishing and helped walk us through what to do. At the end he took the extra time to take us by a pod o dolfins he saw in the distance, which my daughter was very excited to see. Captin Matt is very knowledgeable about fishing and made the experience special and one we will always remember. He was in contact with me from the second I booked the trip to our morning of fishing. He was punctual and had everything ready to go when we arrived. He is very thorough with saftey on the boat. I would highly recommend Captain Matt and look forward to fishing with him the next time we come to Oahu.
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Angler proudly displaying a large fish on a boat during a fishing trip, with a scenic backdrop of the ocean and coastline.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bluefin Trevally
    Juli H.
    Juli H.
    We did a 3 hr beginner trip. Perfect for my son’s first time. Captain Matt did a great job explaining and helping us. We were able to catch 7 fish! Would recommend and book again for the longer trip next time.
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Angler proudly displaying a large Grey Snapper while fishing on a boat, with a scenic ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Giant Trevally
    Colleen W.
    Colleen W.
    we had a great time. both my husnad ans son caught fish. First time fishing in ocean and many memories made🐠 🌈🙏
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Two young anglers proudly displaying their catches, a Bluefin Trevally and a Snapper, while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Giant Trevally
    Arik Q.
    Arik Q.
    It was fun
  • Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
    Lucky Lass Haleiwa ChartersHaleiwa, HI
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Wahoo at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Glenn Q.
    Glenn Q.
    Captain Matt and crew were very professional, fun, and kept the vibe rolling with the rolling seas. Would do again.

What's biting with Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters in Haleiwa

The great thing about November in Oahu is that temperatures don't drop below 70°F. This is a nice opportunity to go offshore fishing for Bigeye Tuna. Alternatively, you could explore waters closer to the shore and land some nice Nannygai.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

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Calm winds the next few days and open sp

Jun 9, 2026 • Haleiwa
Starting tomorrow into the weekend it looks like we have some nice conditions to do any type of fishing. I have a few spots available. Take advantage.
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Weather forecast screen showing wind speed and temperatures for various Hawaiian islands.

Wind backs down big time this week

Jun 7, 2026 • Haleiwa
This is a perfect opportunity to book a trip this week and get an ideal conditions when ideal conditions are not necessarily available. Summer is typically the roughest time of the year, but we have some good winds to get out there and catch some real fish
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A fish is being reeled in with a colorful lure, showcasing the excitement of fishing in open waters.

Beginner trips out producing 5-hour trip

Jun 6, 2026 • Haleiwa
The beginner trip has been on fire lately. With us catching fish nearly every trip, making for a bunch of happy memories. The winds are always stronger in the summer so staying in shore catching the reef fish that move in during the summer tends to be the best way to get consistent tight lines.
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Two anglers proudly displaying a large fish on a boat during a deep-sea fishing trip.

Summer is a great time for beginners

May 15, 2026 • Haleiwa
During the summer it's a great time to try a 3 hr trip on the lucky lass. With the winter waves gone this gives us the chance to fish on the reefs for the abundant smaller reef fish. These hard fighting smaller fish is the perfect introduction to our fisheries. Also this trip keeps us out of the Strong trade winds we receive in our summer months. So book your trip today before all the spots are taken.
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Two large fish, likely Mackerel, stored on ice in a cooler after a fishing trip.

Ono season has finally started

Apr 15, 2026 • Haleiwa
This is the best time of year to get out and Target what we call Ono otherwise known as wahoo the spawn has officially started
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Group of individuals working on the beach in rainy weather, possibly cleaning up debris. The scene lacks clear fishing activity or catch display.

Bad weather over and plenty of open spot

Apr 13, 2026 • Haleiwa
As some of you may have seen Hawaii recently got rocked by back to back to back to back Kona lows. For about a month whether was unpredictable and fishing was tough due to constantly changing weather. But it looks like it finally came out of these changing weather patterns and have some stability for the ongoing month. So get in on some great opportunities for springtime fishing on Oahu.
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