Big game and reef fishing in Mauritius
Black River is the home of big game fishing in Mauritius: deep water starts just a few miles off the coast. Dominique has fished here since he was 14, and on 29 October 2024, FreeDom brought a 420-pound blue marlin back to the weigh station. Beginner or seasoned angler, he shows you everything.
Trolling offshore for marlin and sailfish, jigging and popping for tuna: Dominique shows you everything.
Time to reach the deep water and let the sea decide: in October 2024, it brought a 420-pound blue marlin.
Line fishing near the reef, facing Le Morne, with family or friends.
Euro amounts are a guide only.
The fish bite early. Meet in Black River, the exact spot is sent to you on WhatsApp.
Dominique heads offshore, watches for birds hunting above the schools of fish and picks the technique to suit the sea.
Trolling for marlin and sailfish, jigging and popping for tuna and trevally. Everyone takes the rod, and Dominique explains every move.
After 5 hours (half day) or 8 hours (full day), with a photo of your catch.
Blue marlin, black marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, skipjack, mahi-mahi, wahoo and trevally. Peak marlin season runs from about October to April; tuna, mahi-mahi and wahoo can be caught for much of the year.
A half day (5 hours) is enough for tuna, mahi-mahi and often a sailfish. A full day (8 hours) gives you time to go after marlin. Reef fishing, with a line near the reef facing Le Morne, is one for the family, in the morning or the afternoon.
Dominique landed his first big fish as a teenager, and today you’ll find him at the Morne Anglers’ Club weigh station. He knows every drop-off and every current, and shares it all. Guests on Google say he knows the sea and he knows fishing.
“It was one of the best experiences during our whole stay in Mauritius.”
“We did the dolphin and beach bbq with Dom today. It was fantastic.”
“He’s a great guide with interesting stories about Mauritius. The food was delicious.”
No. Dominique shows you everything, from trolling to popping. Beginners and seasoned anglers are equally welcome.
Rs 16,000 for a half day (5 hours) and Rs 24,000 for a full day (8 hours), for the private boat with up to 4 anglers. Reef fishing is Rs 7,000.
Up to 4 anglers for big game fishing, so everyone gets a turn on the rod. Reef fishing welcomes the whole family, up to 6 people.
From about October to April. FreeDom’s 420-pound blue marlin was caught on 29 October.
Tell him the trip, the date and how many you are: Dominique replies on WhatsApp to confirm.
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