Captain
Matthew Ratoni

Member since January 2022 Haleiwa, United States
Background
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!
Techniques
Everyday is different in Hawaii so you have to be adaptive and able to fish for what's biting. In Hawaii as captain's consider ourselves Swiss army knives with multiple tools to catch fish.

Hey, I'm Captain Matthew Ratoni

Haleiwa, United States
Background
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!
Techniques
Everyday is different in Hawaii so you have to be adaptive and able to fish for what's biting. In Hawaii as captain's consider ourselves Swiss army knives with multiple tools to catch fish.
Anglers Choice
161
Reviews
38
Fishing Reports
Verified
Our Team
Matt R.
Captain
Megan R.
Other
Giovanni R.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(161 reviews)
Angler's choice
Haleiwa
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 161 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Fishing with Matthew
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish
87%
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Sergio S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Epic Bite Right Before the New Year

VERIFIED   5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on December 28, 2024
Went out with Capt. Matt right before the new year and had an amazing trip. We started off the morning trolling and about 1...
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Austin H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great vibes

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on July 28, 2025
Caught some fish and had an awesome time. Would definitely recommend if youโ€™re looking for a cheaper private charter and...
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Marc T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Matthew

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on July 25, 2025
My kids and I had a good time on the fishing trip. Caught a tuna and a Mahi. Would book with Matt again.
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Jeff M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Matt is a local pro!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on February 24, 2025
Saw tons of whales, even some pilot whales, albatross, and other bonus creatures. And definitely got us on the fish! Came back...
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Michele E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing experience

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on July 19, 2025
Had a great time fishing!ย  Matt was knowledgeable and his son, Gio who helped was great!
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