Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (68 reviews)
 1677 Quivira Road, San Diego, CA 92109, United States

Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing 

San Diego, CA, United States
37 ft
4
5.0/5 (68 reviews)

Spring in San Diego!

Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing llc is a family owned 4 pack charter based in San Diego. We offer a wide variety of adventures aboard our luxury boat, The Nimbus. She's 37 feet of speed, style, and comfort with triple Yamaha 300's, a full open walkaround design, cushioned seating and a private head. Passengers can kick back and enjoy the wonders of the ocean while we cruise to the fishing grounds in record time. Simply put… better boat, better day!

High end gear, bait, expert guidance, light snacks and beverages are provided for your convenience. Silva Scales n' Tales offers both the fishing know-how for hard core anglers, and an ultra comfortable clean environment for family voyages. We are also one of the only charters in San Diego to offer both traditional and fly fishing outings!

Our captains San Diego fishing experts. They love sharing their passion and extensive local experience with anyone who steps aboard and work hard to give you your best day on the water. Check out our 5 star reviews and Instagram feed to see for yourself! Our standards and expectations are high because we know yours are too.

Book your adventure today!

**Our trips are limited to 4 passengers in order to better provide you with the premium experience you are looking for. However, please reach out if you have a special request for an extra passenger such as a family with children or a non fishing companion.

Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, fly fishing, drift fishing, jigging, kite fishing, popping, and spinning, based on the species you're targeting. We have options for 3 to 12-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Yellowtail Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Halibut, Seabass, Calico Bass, Lingcod, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

Spring in San Diego!

Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing llc is a family owned 4 pack charter based in San Diego. We offer a wide variety of adventures aboard our luxury boat, The Nimbus. She's 37 feet of speed, style, and comfort with triple Yamaha 300's, a full open walkaround design, cushioned seating and a private head. Passengers can kick back and enjoy the wonders of the ocean while we cruise to the fishing grounds in record time. Simply put… better boat, better day!

High end gear, bait, expert guidance, light snacks and beverages are provided for your convenience. Silva Scales n' Tales offers both the fishing know-how for hard core anglers, and an ultra comfortable clean environment for family voyages. We are also one of the only charters in San Diego to offer both traditional and fly fishing outings!

Our captains San Diego fishing experts. They love sharing their passion and extensive local experience with anyone who steps aboard and work hard to give you your best day on the water. Check out our 5 star reviews and Instagram feed to see for yourself! Our standards and expectations are high because we know yours are too.

Book your adventure today!

**Our trips are limited to 4 passengers in order to better provide you with the premium experience you are looking for. However, please reach out if you have a special request for an extra passenger such as a family with children or a non fishing companion.

Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, fly fishing, drift fishing, jigging, kite fishing, popping, and spinning, based on the species you're targeting. We have options for 3 to 12-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Yellowtail Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Halibut, Seabass, Calico Bass, Lingcod, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

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Rating

5.0
68 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (153)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Katelyn Straub
Katelyn Straub
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2025
2
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip!
WINTER SPECIAL 5 Hour Trip –(AM) on December 28, 20253 adults1 child
Such an amazing trip with Captain Mike! We saw whales and dolphins, which was incredible, and the fishing did not disappoint. We caught Bonita and kept some to cook up for dinner, which made the day even better. Captain Mike was fun, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel comfortable the whole time. An unforgettable experience and one I’d highly recommend!
Makayla Oldham
Makayla Oldham
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2022
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
We had a Blast
5 Hour Trip (PM) on June 9, 20264 adults
Caption Mike took us on a 7-hour fishing trip and made sure we caught some big fish. We had an amazing time celebrating my Dad's 50th birthday with Captain Mike.
Reported catch:
Yellowfin Tuna
Response from Captain
June 10, 2026
So happy to celebrate with you guys! That giant yellow was a great birthday gift for sure. Hope to see you all again.
Christopher Stanley
Christopher Stanley
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
All Star Captain.
5 Hour Trip –(AM) on July 31, 20252 adults
Capt Michael was awesome. We fished with a different Capt the day earlier. Night and day difference between the two. Capt Michael will always be my first choice going further. He’s knowledgeable and very much a hard worker. Great boat and very fast. This allows more fishing and less traveling. I write very few reviews. This trip definitely deserves 5 Stars.
Reported catch:
White Seabass
Halibut
Calico Bass
Response from Captain
August 1, 2025
Thank you so very much for this amazing review! Sincerely appreciate you taking the time and your kind words. See you again soon!
Libby Littler
Libby Littler
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
March Fishing witb Capt Mike
5 Hour Trip –(AM) on March 25, 20263 adults1 child
We had a great time. Kids were thrilled to catch some great fisb. Capt Mike was awesome. When we come back to San Diego we will fiah with him. And his boat is perfect, and gets you to your deatination quick.
Reported catch:
California Sheephead
Calico Bass
Response from Captain
March 26, 2026
It was a great day! Thank you so much for the nice review. I look forward to seeing you guys again!
Steve Kalvelage
Steve Kalvelage
us
California, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Outstanding captain and boat.
5 Hour Trip (PM) on August 31, 20252 adults
Captain Mike was really knowledgeable about where and how to fish. Myself and my nephew went on the boat and he had great equipment and took care to set us newbys up to catch fish. Took extra time to go by a pod of bottlenose dolphins. Cleaned our fish for us. It was an awesome fishing experience. Thanks Captain Mike.
Reported catch:
Sculpin
Response from Captain
September 2, 2025
I loved taking you guys out to share my office for the day. You both did great!

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Seasonal Lobster
3 hour trip starts at 7:00 PM
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Oct 12 - Mar 14 (Wed)
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US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour AM Near Coast
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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Nov 1 - Mar 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
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US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour PM Near Coast
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
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Nov 1 - Mar 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
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US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
WINTER SPECIAL 5 Hour Trip –(AM)
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Mar 11
US $975
Entire boat: up to 4 people
WINTER SPECIAL 5 Hour Trip (PM)
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Mar 11
US $975
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip –(AM)
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip (PM)
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
WINTER SPECIAL Coronado Adventure!
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Mar 11
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
1-2 PASSENGER- 9 Hour Coronado
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Jul 17
US $1,750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
9 Hour–Coronado Adventure!
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Extended Coronado Island Adventure
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $2,350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Offshore Adventure
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Nov 1
US $2,900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Extended Offshore Adventure
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Nov 1
US $3,100
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
68 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (153)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Katelyn Straub
Katelyn Straub
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2025
2
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip!
WINTER SPECIAL 5 Hour Trip –(AM) on December 28, 20253 adults1 child
Such an amazing trip with Captain Mike! We saw whales and dolphins, which was incredible, and the fishing did not disappoint. We caught Bonita and kept some to cook up for dinner, which made the day even better. Captain Mike was fun, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel comfortable the whole time. An unforgettable experience and one I’d highly recommend!
Makayla Oldham
Makayla Oldham
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2022
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
We had a Blast
5 Hour Trip (PM) on June 9, 20264 adults
Caption Mike took us on a 7-hour fishing trip and made sure we caught some big fish. We had an amazing time celebrating my Dad's 50th birthday with Captain Mike.
Reported catch:
Yellowfin Tuna
Response from Captain
June 10, 2026
So happy to celebrate with you guys! That giant yellow was a great birthday gift for sure. Hope to see you all again.
Christopher Stanley
Christopher Stanley
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
All Star Captain.
5 Hour Trip –(AM) on July 31, 20252 adults
Capt Michael was awesome. We fished with a different Capt the day earlier. Night and day difference between the two. Capt Michael will always be my first choice going further. He’s knowledgeable and very much a hard worker. Great boat and very fast. This allows more fishing and less traveling. I write very few reviews. This trip definitely deserves 5 Stars.
Reported catch:
White Seabass
Halibut
Calico Bass
Response from Captain
August 1, 2025
Thank you so very much for this amazing review! Sincerely appreciate you taking the time and your kind words. See you again soon!
Libby Littler
Libby Littler
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
March Fishing witb Capt Mike
5 Hour Trip –(AM) on March 25, 20263 adults1 child
We had a great time. Kids were thrilled to catch some great fisb. Capt Mike was awesome. When we come back to San Diego we will fiah with him. And his boat is perfect, and gets you to your deatination quick.
Reported catch:
California Sheephead
Calico Bass
Response from Captain
March 26, 2026
It was a great day! Thank you so much for the nice review. I look forward to seeing you guys again!
Steve Kalvelage
Steve Kalvelage
us
California, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Outstanding captain and boat.
5 Hour Trip (PM) on August 31, 20252 adults
Captain Mike was really knowledgeable about where and how to fish. Myself and my nephew went on the boat and he had great equipment and took care to set us newbys up to catch fish. Took extra time to go by a pod of bottlenose dolphins. Cleaned our fish for us. It was an awesome fishing experience. Thanks Captain Mike.
Reported catch:
Sculpin
Response from Captain
September 2, 2025
I loved taking you guys out to share my office for the day. You both did great!

FAQs about Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
37 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Grady White
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
3 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
47 knots
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