Big Game Fishing off Grand Baie, Mauritius: 50-foot vessel

You reel in the catch yourself on a 50-foot fishing boat, not watch someone else do it.

A full-day big game fishing charter departs from Sunset Boulevard in Grand Baie, Mauritius, where you board a 50-foot vessel equipped with premium Shimano Tiagra gear and a seasoned crew. You'll troll the deep waters off the Mauritian coast hunting marlin, tuna and dorado, break for lunch served on board, then resume fishing through the afternoon before returning to shore around 4 p.m.

The experience

You meet the crew at Sunset Boulevard at 7 a.m., check in, and board the fully equipped fishing boat. After a safety briefing and introduction to the day's fishing techniques, you head into deep water where trolling lines go out as the boat navigates toward the best-known fishing grounds. The crew knows where the big game move with the season, and they'll explore multiple spots to give you real chances at marlin, tuna and dorado.

At 11:30 a.m. the boat pauses for lunch served on board. You choose from a curated menu or bring your own food and drinks. Complimentary soft drinks and water are available throughout the trip. By 12:30 p.m. you're back on the lines with renewed energy, working the same strategic areas the crew has identified. The afternoon fishing session runs until 4 p.m., when you head back to Sunset Boulevard and return to shore.

The boat itself is built for this work: a 50-foot vessel rigged with premium Shimano Tiagra gear, the kind of setup that handles the fight when a big fish takes the line. Your guide speaks English or French, and the crew manages the boat and the fishing strategy, but you're the one working the rod. The day runs nine hours total, and the physical demand is real. You need a high level of fitness to handle the casting, the fighting and the hours on deck.

What’s included

• Premium Shimano Tiagra fishing gear.
• lunch served on board (choose from the curated menu or bring your own).
• complimentary soft drinks and bottled water throughout the day.
• a seasoned crew and live guide in English or French.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to10h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Physically demandingWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Blue Safari Submarine

Is this one for you?The boat departs from Sunset Boulevard in Grand Baie, so you don't need a car or separate transport to the dock: walk there or take a short taxi ride from your hotel. The full-day format and the nine-hour commitment suit someone who wants to spend the whole day fishing rather than a half-day dabble.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of fish can I expect to catch off Mauritius?

Marlin, tuna and dorado are the main targets in these waters. The crew knows the seasonal movements and will navigate to spots where these species are most active, though what you actually hook depends on the day's conditions and what's running.

Do I need my own fishing gear or experience?

The boat is fully equipped with premium Shimano Tiagra gear, so you don't bring your own rods. The crew will brief you on fishing techniques at the start, but the experience is built for anglers who want to fish actively, not for complete beginners.

What happens if I get seasick or need to rest during the day?

You can take breaks as needed: the boat pauses for lunch at 11:30 a.m., and you're welcome to rest on deck between fishing sessions. Complimentary soft drinks and water are available throughout the trip to keep you hydrated.

Can I bring my own food instead of eating what's served on board?

Yes. You can choose from the curated menu served at lunch, or bring your own food and drinks if you prefer. Soft drinks and bottled water are complimentary for everyone.

What time do we return to Grand Baie?

The boat returns to Sunset Boulevard by approximately 4 p.m., after nine hours on the water. You'll be back in Grand Baie by early afternoon.