Fishing Charters in Pointe aux piments

Fishing from Pointe aux Piments

Pointe aux Piments sits on the northwest coast of Mauritius, a short way south of Trou aux Biches, on the side of the island that is sheltered for most of the year. The reef runs close to shore and deep water is a short run beyond it, so boats from here fish the same offshore grounds as the larger fleet up the coast.

The boat listed here, Flying Kiss, runs a six hour morning trip: it leaves at 5:30 and is back around midday, which leaves the afternoon free. It takes up to twelve guests, has a toilet and a shower on board, carries snacks and drinks, and the crew cleans and fillets the catch. The captain speaks French and English.

What you can catch

This is offshore fishing. The listing names dorado, yellowfin tuna, blue and black marlin, sailfish, wahoo, bonito and skipjack. Most of the morning is spent trolling outside the reef, with jigging, popping and live baiting on offer when the fish call for it.

Billfish and dorado are a summer story here, roughly November to March, while wahoo fish best in the cooler months. The month by month table is on the Mauritius charters page, and the detail is in our Mauritius fishing seasons guide.

Before you book

• Plan the early start. A 5:30 departure means arranging your transfer the night before. The exact meeting point is sent once the booking is confirmed.
• Agree what happens to the catch. Practice differs from boat to boat on the island; we explain the usual arrangements in who keeps the fish on a Mauritius charter.
• Pack light. Rods, tackle and bait are on the boat. Sun cover and a seasickness tablet are on you: see what to bring on a fishing charter in Mauritius.
• Want a choice of boat? Trou aux Biches, a few minutes up the coast, has the largest group of charter boats on the island.