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Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales 

4.5/5 (43 reviews)
 Avenida Manuel Fernández Juncos, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico

Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales 

San Juan, Puerto Rico
45 ft
6
4.5/5 (43 reviews)

'Only good things can come ​from​ combining fun and passion' is the motto of Sea Born Fishing, operating out of breathtaking San Juan, Puerto Rico. Professional and passionate, they will provide you with the most incredible game fishing experience only 20 minutes away from the harbor, where the waters are over 600' deep.

Captain Alex Obén owns and operates the lovely 'Fishing Tales,' a 45' Hatteras flybridge boat that can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. This beauty was completely remodeled in 2018, with new electronics, interior, paint job, engine works, and many other things done.

The Fishing Tales features a professional fighting chair and top-notch navigational and safety equipment. It comes powered by twin Detroit Diesel motors, 550 HP each, and features a restroom, shower, kitchen, and outriggers. This is not just your average fishing boat – you'll be able to enjoy the comforts of home while fishing thanks to air-conditioning, TV, refrigerator, and a multimedia system on board.

You won't spend any time traveling to the best fishing grounds – all the big game species are abundant in the waters only 20 minutes from the docks. The captain will do everything to put you on that trophy Marlin, Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, Tuna, and whatever else your heart desires.

He'll provide you with high-end fishing gear, live bait (when available), and lures; you just have to bring your own tackle if you want to go fly fishing. The first mate will clean and fillet your hard earned catch, so gratuity for his efforts is very appreciated. You'll also be provided with delicious snacks and drinks, such as chips, Doritos, beer, and sodas. Luch can be available upon request on full-day trips but please note that this option is charged extra.

'Only good things can come ​from​ combining fun and passion' is the motto of Sea Born Fishing, operating out of breathtaking San Juan, Puerto Rico. Professional and passionate, they will provide you with the most incredible game fishing experience only 20 minutes away from the harbor, where the waters are over 600' deep.

Captain Alex Obén owns and operates the lovely 'Fishing Tales,' a 45' Hatteras flybridge boat that can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. This beauty was completely remodeled in 2018, with new electronics, interior, paint job, engine works, and many other things done.

The Fishing Tales features a professional fighting chair and top-notch navigational and safety equipment. It comes powered by twin Detroit Diesel motors, 550 HP each, and features a restroom, shower, kitchen, and outriggers. This is not just your average fishing boat – you'll be able to enjoy the comforts of home while fishing thanks to air-conditioning, TV, refrigerator, and a multimedia system on board.

You won't spend any time traveling to the best fishing grounds – all the big game species are abundant in the waters only 20 minutes from the docks. The captain will do everything to put you on that trophy Marlin, Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, Tuna, and whatever else your heart desires.

He'll provide you with high-end fishing gear, live bait (when available), and lures; you just have to bring your own tackle if you want to go fly fishing. The first mate will clean and fillet your hard earned catch, so gratuity for his efforts is very appreciated. You'll also be provided with delicious snacks and drinks, such as chips, Doritos, beer, and sodas. Luch can be available upon request on full-day trips but please note that this option is charged extra.

Alex Oben
Captain
Alex Oben
18 years of experience
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Rating

4.5
43 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.1
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

77%
Recommended

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Emily Bryant
Emily Bryant
us
California, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
Half day with Captain Alex!
4 hour trip (2 persons or less) on July 6, 20212 adults

Captain Alex and Adrian were phenomenal hosts on a lovely fishing attempt. Unfortunately for us the sea sickness got to us before the fish. We asked to go back early and they were so nice about it. Adrian was so sweet and made sure the ever present puke bucket was always clean and cold water and paper towels were plentiful. We wish we could have stayed and fished but it it was not meant to be. The boat was sparkling clean and they seemed super knowledgeable about the trip. Maybe we will try again with scopolamine patches.

Brook Sherrard
Brook Sherrard
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2019
6 trips
5.0
Verified
3/4 Day trip with Captain Alex
3/4 Day Trip on November 23, 20204 adults

Once in a lifetime trip! Where do I start...Fishing charter with SeaBorn for my 55th birthday. Started out with a hook up with a Marlin an hour into the trip - saw it breaking the surface and fought it for 30 minutes but were not able to get it to the boat. My 14 year old son was next up - got a double hook up and lost the one but he boated a nice little sailfish. Then my 16 year old daughter was up - another double hook up - this time my son brought another sail to the boat for leader tag to indicate a catch while the sail my daughter was fighting took almost the entire reel. After the first sail was released, the captain and crew turned to work on my daughters sailfish which she was able to bring the boat as well - she won the pool for the largest fish much to my son's dismay. Finished off the day with my wife boating a cuda. Highly recommend Sea Born Fishing - great boat, captain and crew!

Kathy Zerwas
Kathy Zerwas
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2021
4.7
Verified
Half Day Trip with Piche and Adrian
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 4, 20226 adults

Took great care of us including one person who got a little sea sick. Despite trying different bait and areas came up empty as did all the other boats. We were on edge of a storm front which could have made it a challenge! Would go out with them again!

CARLOS PLANELL
CARLOS PLANELL
Repeat angler
pr
Puerto Rico
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
The Best experience and the best crew
Half Day Trip (PM) on January 9, 20214 adults1 child

We spent an excellent afternoon. Captain Oraca and Gaby (mate) were very attentive. They have a great experience. We caught a white marlin !!!!!!!!! The crew always looked for a way to make us comfortable. If you are looking for a good fishing experience they are the option. A+++++.. Thanks!!!!

Tom Stelline
Tom Stelline
us
Maine, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
3/4 day trip with Capt Alex
3/4 Day Trip on May 16, 20216 adults

We had a great day with Alex and his mate. Super professional and lots of fun. Weather was great, fishing was a little slow, we hooked up twice and caught a white marlin. Definitely recommend!!

FAQs about Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales

Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 4 hour trip (2 persons or less) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (7 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Full Day Trip (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radio
  • Sonar
  • Radar
Trips booked with Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Subject to availability)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Chips, Doritos)
  • Drinks (Water, beer, sodas)
  • First mate (Tips are appreciated)
  • Fishing license
Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing (Bring your own equipment)
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Sea Born Fishing - Fishing Tales include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Alex Oben
Alex Oben
Alex Oben

San Juan, Puerto Rico

43 Customer reviews
Member since June 2014

Captain Alex Oben has over of a quarter of a century of fishing experience. He has been fishing in the area his whole life and that vast experience gives him the best possible knowledge about all the necessary fishing tricks and hack. Captain Alex specializes in trolling and loves having groups of friends who like to have fun on board.

43 Customer reviews
Member since June 2014

Captain Alex Oben has over of a quarter of a century of fishing experience. He has been fishing in the area his whole life and that vast experience gives him the best possible knowledge about all the necessary fishing tricks and hack. Captain Alex specializes in trolling and loves having groups of friends who like to have fun on board.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
45 ft
Year built
1986
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 550HP
Max cruising speed
21 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Bring your own equipment
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radio
Sonar
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Subject to availability
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Chips, Doritos
Drinks
Water, beer, sodas
First mate
Tips are appreciated
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Minimum age is 1, life jackets supplied
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
Billfish

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

What’s biting in San Juan right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo