Jigging in Mauritius means dropping metal lures to the bottom over the reefs and drop-offs and working them back up for trevally, tuna and bottom fish, and most boats here offer it as part of a mixed private trip rather than a whole day on its own.
Big game fishing Free cancellation up to 1 day beforeFrom €330
Big Game FishingFree cancellation up to 1 day beforeFrom €549 (29,000 MUR)
Instant bookingFishing on IvanFree cancellation up to 5 days beforeFrom €417 (22,000 MUR)
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One and onlyFree cancellation up to 5 days beforeFrom €417 (22,000 MUR)
Pyramide Free cancellation up to 5 days beforeFrom €303 (16,000 MUR)
What jigging charters cost in Mauritius
| Trip length | Boats | Lowest | Median | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half day (up to 5 hours) | 2 | €417 | - | €549 |
| Three quarter day (6 to 7 hours) | 5 | €227 | €330 | €417 |
| Full day (8 hours or more) | 7 | €284 | €537 | €568 |
Prices are for the whole boat, from 8 listings on Reelzy as of October 2026. Boats priced in another currency are converted to EUR at the current rate. A median is shown only where at least 3 boats offer that trip length.
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What a jigging trip is like
A jig is a heavy, slim metal lure. The captain stops the boat over a reef edge or a drop-off that shows fish on the sounder, you let the jig fall to the bottom, then wind and lift it back up in sharp jerks so it darts like a wounded baitfish. Fish hit it on the drop or on the way up. It is active fishing: you hold the rod the whole time and feel every take, which is very different from trolling, where lures are towed behind the boat and you wait for a reel to scream.
Around Mauritius a jigging drop can turn up trevally, bonito, tuna and reef fish, and the captain moves from spot to spot until the fish respond. Because it works when the offshore bite is slow, many crews use it to fill the quiet hours of a big game day.
Which boat for jigging
- Fishing on Ivan in Trou-aux-Biches lists jigging next to popping, trolling, bottom and drift fishing, spinning and big game. Captain Sebastian shapes trips of 4 to 9 hours around what you ask for, on a 36 foot boat for up to 6 anglers with a toilet, all rods and tackle, and snacks, drinks and lunch on board. Children are welcome, and you share the catch with the crew.
- Pyramide, also in Trou-aux-Biches, is run by skipper Mike Seblin and his brother Hansley on a 26 foot boat for up to 4 guests, with a sounder, GPS and a live bait pump. They jig and pop as well as troll, bottom fish and drift with heavy and light tackle. Gear, licences, soft drinks and snacks are included, and you and the crew each keep one fish under 10 kilograms.
- Big Game Fishing in Rivière Noire, on the west coast, has two skippers aboard who help or teach the method, so it suits a first try. Its main targets are the big tunas, marlin and sailfish of the deep water.
Jigging pairs naturally with popping: both are worked by hand over the reefs, and the same boats often offer both, so a private charter can switch from surface lures to jigs as the fish decide.
Mixed day or dedicated session
Tell the captain when you book that you want to jig. On a mixed trip the crew usually trolls for the big pelagic fish first and stops to jig when the bite drops or when the sounder marks fish on a drop-off. If you only want to jig, ask for a shorter private trip that stays on the reef edges, which is also the gentler choice for families and first timers, because the boat sits still instead of running far offshore.
When to come
Reef and bottom fish are there all year, so jigging is one of the more reliable ways to fish Mauritius in any month. The weather is the limit: from June to August the south east trade winds blow harder and more days are lost to rough seas, so keep your dates flexible then. For the open water species that share the trip, see the month by month guide on the Mauritius charters page.
What to ask before you book
- Can we spend part of the trip jigging? Say so up front so the crew brings the jigs and plans the route over the reefs.
- What jigging gear is aboard? Ask how many jigging outfits there are and whether you can bring your own rod and jigs.
- Who keeps the fish? Arrangements differ: on Pyramide each angler keeps one fish under 10 kilograms, on Fishing on Ivan the catch is shared with the crew. Our guide on who keeps the fish explains the usual ones.
- What happens if the weather turns? Ask how a cancelled or shortened day is handled before you pay.
Questions and answers
Short answers to what people ask before they book. Anything else, ask the captain in chat.
Which boats offer jigging in Mauritius?
Fishing on Ivan and Pyramide in Trou-aux-Biches both list jigging alongside popping, trolling and bottom fishing, and the Big Game Fishing boat in Rivière Noire has two skippers who teach the method.
Can I combine popping and jigging on one private charter in Mauritius?
Yes. Fishing on Ivan and Pyramide offer both techniques, so on a private trip you can cast poppers at the reef edges and switch to jigs over the drop-offs. Ask for it when you book so the crew plans the route.
Is jigging good for beginners?
It is one of the easier techniques to learn because the boat stays over the spot and you feel every bite. Pick a boat whose crew teaches, such as the Rivière Noire boat with two skippers, or a family friendly mixed trip such as Fishing on Ivan, where children are welcome.
When is the best time to go jigging in Mauritius?
Reef and bottom fish are present all year, so jigging works in every month. June to August brings stronger trade winds and more days lost to weather, so keep your dates flexible in those months.