Fishing Charters2025-09-11T11:54:11-10:00

Fishing Charters

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Private

$1,299
  • Up to 6 Guests
  • 1/2 DAY – 4 HOURS

Private

$1,499
  • Up to 6 Guests
  • 3/4 Day – 6 HOURS

Private

$1,699
  • Up to 6 Guests
  • FULL DAY – 8 HOURS

Shared

$299
  • Per Person
  • 1/2 DAY – 4 HOURS

Shared

$399
  • Per Person
  • FULL DAY – 8 HOURS

Or Call us at 808.788.6553 to Reserve Your Fishing Boat Charter

What is a Private Charter?

Private Fishing Charters are just that, it’s your boat! You can go by yourself or take 5 of your friends. Because we fall under U.S. Coastguard regulations, we are allowed to have a maximum of 6 passengers on board. If you have additional anglers, NO PROBLEM, we can accommodate your group using additional boats. You can let the Captain know what type of fish you would like to target and the crew will try to accommodate, however, please keep in mind any fish can bite the hook! On Private Charters, you get to take home up to half the fish caught, up to 50 lbs. of fish. If 10 Mahi Mahi are caught, you get 5! We will fillet & bag the fish for you. Any single fish over 100 lbs. will not be cut, and will stay with the boat. Catering Available.

What is a Shared Charter?

Shared Fishing Charters are just that, you share the boat with 5 other anglers. You can go by yourself, or bring friends. Shared Charters fish for a wide variety of fish depending on what has been biting. Each of the 6 anglers (shares) will draw straws for 1 of the 6 rods on the boat. When your rod hooks up, you will have the experience (and the fight) of your life! WOW! On Shared Charters an angler will take home up to 2 lbs. of the fish caught that day. Everyone wants to take a piece of the fish they caught home, however, because we can’t cut everyone’s fish, the actual fish that gets cut will be at the Captain’s discretion. Any single fish over 100 lbs. will not be cut, and will stay with the boat.

FAQs

Gratuity for your Crew2025-08-27T11:11:58-10:00

Gratuity is not included in the price of your charter. 20% gratuity for your crew is customary. Gratuity for your crew may be placed on your Credit Card for your convenience.

Tournament Cancellations2025-08-27T11:11:43-10:00

Tournament cancellations received more than seven days prior to the start time of the tournament will receive a full refund minus any expenses paid by Whipsaw. Expenses could include but may not be limited to, tournament entry fees, mooring fees, etc. Cancellations received within seven days of the tournament start time will not receive a refund. If Whipsaw cancels your charter for mechanical reasons or weather conditions, we will re-schedule your charter or give you a full refund. If the Captain returns early for passenger safety concerns (e.g. too much to drink or seasickness) there will be no refund.

Cancellations & Refunds2025-08-27T11:11:30-10:00

Cancellations more than 72 hours before the scheduled Check-in time will receive a full refund. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled Check-in time will not receive a refund. If Whipsaw cancels your charter for mechanical reasons or weather conditions, we will re-schedule your charter or give you a full refund. If the Captain returns early for passenger safety concerns (e.g. too much to drink or seasickness) there will be no refund.

How big is your boat?2025-08-28T13:00:46-10:00

Play’n Hooky is an air-conditioned 41’ Hatteras luxury sportfishing vessel powered by twin 380 hp Cummins engines.

What Should I Bring?2025-08-27T11:11:06-10:00

Besides food and drink, sunglasses, hat (wide brimmed), SPF 30 sunscreen or greater, light windbreaker or wearable rain gear, long sleeve shirt (layering is best!), deck shoes with good grip soles (flip flops don’t hold up well on wet decks and high seas, Crocs, surf shoes or Aqua Socks are fine), camera or video equipment, and motion sickness medication.

Motion Sickness2025-08-27T11:10:54-10:00

Motion sickness medications should be taken the night before and once again the morning of your trip. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist for recommendations. If your party wishes to return to the dock early, there will be no refunds.

Are food and drink provided?2025-08-28T13:01:41-10:00

You’re welcome to bring food, snacks and beverages for the day, coolers are not necessary, we have plenty of cooler space & ice for your food & beverages. Alcoholic beverages are also permitted but please also bring an adequate supply of bottled water or sodas (for safety, no glass bottles please). Catering can be arranged ahead of time for an additional cost.

Do I get to keep fish?2025-08-27T11:10:28-10:00

Yes! For Private Charters, we filet up to 50 lbs. of the fish you catch. For individuals on Shared Charters, we filet servings at 1-2 lbs per person from fish caught. Private & Shared Charters: Any fish caught over 100 lbs. will not be cut and will remain with the boat!

What time do we start?2025-08-27T11:10:15-10:00

Check-in time for morning departures is 5:30 am and we leave at approximately 6:00 am. Afternoon charters please check with us for your check-in & departure times.

How long are trips?2025-08-27T11:10:03-10:00

We run 1/2 Day (4 hours), 3/4 Day (6 hours) and Full-Day (8 hours) trips.

How many can go?2025-08-27T11:09:49-10:00

US Coast Guard Regulations allow us to carry a Maximum of 6 passengers. Shared Charters require a minimum of 4 passengers.

What kind of fish will we catch?2025-08-28T13:02:03-10:00

Most common catches are A’u (Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Spearfish), Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna), Aku (skipjack tuna), Ono (Wahoo), Mahimahi (Dorado)

Play N Hooky Big Yellow Fin Tuna Catch

Oahu Fishing Seasons

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