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
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Our Team
Matt R.
Captain
Megan R.
Other
Giovanni R.
First mate

My Charter Listing

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

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 161 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (165)
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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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Aaron K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun day. Caught Ono

VERIFIED   5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on March 31, 2025
We had a great trip out there with Matt. We caught a big Ono and lost another. Made memories that my son and I will remember.
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MIKE H.
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 the fuckin man!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Half Day 12:00 PM on January 19, 2025
This guy made our experience great! He was patient, and very enthusiastic! We caught several fish and we had so much fun! Matt...
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Brian S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome trip!

VERIFIED   Beginners 1:00 PM on June 15, 2025
Matt and Gio were awesome!! Knowledgeable and chill! Super happy we caught something!
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Darryl L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun reef trip for the kids

VERIFIED   Family Kids 6:00 AM on June 14, 2025
Captain Matt and his son were great. Quick trip. Made it really simple for the kids. Highly recommend.
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Todd C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome day on the water

VERIFIED   5 Hour Half Day 6:00 AM on May 29, 2025
Very knowledgeable.ย  Great guide for seasoned anglers and beginners.ย  We had a great time with Matt!
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