Sportfishing
in Hawaii

Book Your Charter

Private

$1,399
  • Up to 6 Guests
  • 1/2 DAY – 4 HOURS

Private

$1,599
  • Up to 6 Guests
  • 3/4 Day – 6 HOURS

Private

$1,799
  • Up to 6 Guests
  • FULL DAY – 8 HOURS

Shared

$339
  • Per Person
  • 1/2 DAY – 4 HOURS

Shared

$439
  • Per Person
  • FULL DAY – 8 HOURS

Celebrating America’s 250th

250 American Anniversary sportfishing in hawaii

world-class big game fishing

on Oahu

Play N Hooky Sportfishing is your go to deep sea charter boat company when visiting Oahu. Step aboard our classic 41′ Hatteras Flybridge Sportfishing Vessel powered by twin 380 HP Cummins engines and built for world-class big game fishing in Hawaii. With a smooth-riding deep-V hull, spacious cockpit, air-conditioned salon, and top-of-the-line Penn International tackle, she’s an icon on Oahu’s South Shore—refitted for even greater speed, safety, and performance. At the helm is Captain Teoni Black, born and raised on Oahu, who has spent his life fishing Hawaiian waters and beyond. From growing up chasing Mahi, Tuna, and Ono, to commercial fishing in Alaska, to years of deep sea sportfishing back home, Captain Teoni brings unmatched experience and a lifelong passion for the ocean.

And Relax!
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fridge & Microwave
  • Restroom
  • Wifi & TV

Hawaii
Fishing

“exceeded our expectations” ~ Ken (Nov 2025)

Hawaii waters are rich with life. We catch a wide variety of fish like Pacific Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna (Ahi), Mahi Mahi, Striped Marlin Spear Fish, Wahoo and many other big game fish. At times, you may encounter a variety of pelagic fish along with whales, dolphins, porpoises, monk seals, and sea turtles. Seabirds frequently swoop in to feed on small fish, shrimp, and squid as our target species chase them toward the surface. It’s an incredible opportunity to witness the ocean’s circle of life firsthand in these fishing grounds.

The Hawaiian Islands sit in the heart of the Central Pacific, a remote volcanic chain located thousands of miles from any major continent. As you depart Kewalo Harbor, the ocean floor drops off rapidly — within minutes, you’ll be fishing in waters more than 1,200 feet deep. On most days, we’re out over 3,000 to 9,000 feet of water, surrounded by the true open-ocean environment that makes Hawaii’s deep-sea fishing so exceptional.

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Good Times great crew caught fish, saw things I've never seen before, good thing! Lol Teoni & Nic were a good Cpt and crew
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Kimberly Wall
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What a trip! Captain Teoni has the gift - he found Mahi, yellowfin tuna, marlin, and even a Hawaiian Shortbill spearfish! And Mate Nick was incredible helping us get them all in the boat and keeping us entertained the whole way with his great personality! Literally cannot recommend this crew more if you want to get out there for some great sportfishing!
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N Nunez
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Hands down best fishing charter I’ve been on! Shout out Nic and Captain T. Caught ourselves wahoo, striped marlin, and a MASSIVE 8ft 300+lb blue marlin. Captain T maid wahoo sashimi and sold the marlin at the local fish market. 5 stars.
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Rodolfo Santos, Jr.
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The real deal. Incredibly professional, responsive and this boat puts fish on the boat! Highly recommended!!!
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Brendan Beane
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Had an incredible time with Captain Teoni and Nic as the deckhand. We tagged and released a 100 lb blue marlin and caught 7 20+ lb skipjack tunas! We brought home plenty of fish that we made into delicious poke bowls with the freshest fish you can get! Would highly recommend this fun and incredibly professional crew 🤙
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Matt Mullen
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Captain Teoni and deck hand Nick really are the best. I have done a lot of charters in a lot of different places and these guys know what they are doing and go well above and beyond to see to it you have an incredible experience. If you are in Oahu, choose them, and book direct on their website so the entire fee goes to them and not a third party vendor.
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Carlos Morales
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Solid deep sea charter operation. Captain Teoni and crew put in the effort to put you on fish and make sure you’re comfortable. High quality gear and great boat. Shared charter options are a great value.
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Steven Fine
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Never been with PlayN Hooky before today. Very pleased with our experience. Great boat. Great equipment. Great people. Super hard workers. Went the extra mile for us. When we are in Oahu again we will definitely rebook with PlayN Hooky.
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Scotch n Cigars
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My wife and I had a great time fishing. We caught a marlin and a mahi mahi. Teoni was a great captain, we highly recommend booking Play'n Hooky if you want a great experience sport fishing
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Gabriel Jimenez
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Great service join every minute I definitely recommend

Celebrating America’s 250th

250 American Anniversary sportfishing in hawaii