Captain
Ken Middleton

Member since October 2024 Honolulu, United States
Background
Sailed over from Seattle, WA in the 1980's to start Tradewind Charters. With a fleet of 3 charter vessels based in Kewalo Harbor, we specialize in private, upscale charters for 2-29 guests.
Techniques
Private snorkeling, whale watching, sunset cruises, weddings and receptions at sea, memorial services at sea.

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Honolulu, United States
Background
Sailed over from Seattle, WA in the 1980's to start Tradewind Charters. With a fleet of 3 charter vessels based in Kewalo Harbor, we specialize in private, upscale charters for 2-29 guests.
Techniques
Private snorkeling, whale watching, sunset cruises, weddings and receptions at sea, memorial services at sea.
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Reviews
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My Listings

Tradewinds Charters – Aloha Kai

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Honolulu
 Instant Confirmation
trips from US $1,500

Tradewinds Charters – Sea Scape

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
Honolulu
 Instant Confirmation
trips from US $995

Tradewinds Charters – My Sunshine

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(5 reviews)
Honolulu
 Instant Confirmation
trips from US $595

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Memorial ash release for 3 family members
Memorial ash release for 3 family members
Memorial ash release for 3 family members
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Customer rating
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Good experience
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
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Brittney T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Memorial ash release for 3 family members

VERIFIED   2 Hr Trip – Sunset Cruise on August 1, 2025
We booked last minute due to our previous booking being canceled due to wind.  They were so accommodating and kind. The captain...
Brittney T. recommends Tradewinds Charters – Aloha Kai
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Chad C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great crew, great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour–Cruise&Snorkel (7-12 people) on October 2, 2025
Mikey and Luke took great care of our group of 11. They were friendly engaging and made sure we had a great time.
Chad C. recommends Tradewinds Charters – Sea Scape
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Thea A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour – Cruise&Snorkel (11 AM) on October 13, 2025
Great time, laid back atmosphere with a fun captain!
Thea A. recommends Tradewinds Charters – My Sunshine
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Carlos W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Ash spreading ceremony

VERIFIED   2 Hour–Sunset Cruise (7-12 people) on June 22, 2025
Excellent experience. Crew was extremely respectful. Went out of their way to show us some spotted eagle rays that swam along...
Carlos W. recommends Tradewinds Charters – Sea Scape
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Lia R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED   3 Hour – Cruise&Snorkel (11 AM) on September 8, 2025
Mikey was a great captain! Extremely knowledgeable and great fun. Definitely highly recommend!
Lia R. recommends Tradewinds Charters – My Sunshine
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