Hooker 1 

4.6/5 (74 reviews)
 Colonel Dean Ave, Grande Riviere Noire, Mauritius

Hooker 1 

4.6/5 (74 reviews)
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Colonel Dean Ave
Grande Riviere Noire, Mauritius
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Come aboard Hooker 1 and discover why Mauritius is considered one of the region's best hotspots for big game fishing. Capt. Jean-Pierre has more than 20 years of sport fishing experience. He and his crew are dedicated to helping you land a memorable catch, whether fishing by day or at night. Join them for a chance to reel in your next biggest catch!

Hooker 1 is a 38' Speville Craft powered by twin 265 HP Perkins Sabre engines. This vessel is fitted for nothing less than the best of big game fishing, featuring a flybridge, GPS, fishfinder, and three fighting chairs. Penn and Shimano fishing gear are provided for you, including a range of 20 to 130 lb test lines. There is room on board for up to seven passengers, and children of all ages are welcome.

While fishing aboard Hooker 1, you can target a wide variety of big game species. Capt. Jean-Pierre and his crew are prepared to help you reel in the biggest of them, from Marlin and Giant Trevally to several different kinds of Tuna. Depending on the species, you may target your catch by jigging, trolling, or popping. Lures are provided and you will catch live bait during your trip.

You can also join Capt. Jean-Pierre for night fishing, casting lines between sunset and sunrise the next morning. This overnight trip gives you a chance to bottom fish the reefs for Snapper, Grouper, Dogtooth Tuna, Trevally, and even sharks.

Captain Jean-Pierre and the crew of Hooker 1 provide everything you need for a successful day (or night) on the water. A fishing license, gear, and drinks are included in your trip package. You may request to take a fish home with you to enjoy for dinner.

Book your next trip and experience the renowned big game fishing of Mauritius for yourself!

Come aboard Hooker 1 and discover why Mauritius is considered one of the region's best hotspots for big game fishing. Capt. Jean-Pierre has more than 20 years of sport fishing experience. He and his crew are dedicated to helping you land a memorable catch, whether fishing by day or at night. Join them for a chance to reel in your next biggest catch!

Hooker 1 is a 38' Speville Craft powered by twin 265 HP Perkins Sabre engines. This vessel is fitted for nothing less than the best of big game fishing, featuring a flybridge, GPS, fishfinder, and three fighting chairs. Penn and Shimano fishing gear are provided for you, including a range of 20 to 130 lb test lines. There is room on board for up to seven passengers, and children of all ages are welcome.

While fishing aboard Hooker 1, you can target a wide variety of big game species. Capt. Jean-Pierre and his crew are prepared to help you reel in the biggest of them, from Marlin and Giant Trevally to several different kinds of Tuna. Depending on the species, you may target your catch by jigging, trolling, or popping. Lures are provided and you will catch live bait during your trip.

You can also join Capt. Jean-Pierre for night fishing, casting lines between sunset and sunrise the next morning. This overnight trip gives you a chance to bottom fish the reefs for Snapper, Grouper, Dogtooth Tuna, Trevally, and even sharks.

Captain Jean-Pierre and the crew of Hooker 1 provide everything you need for a successful day (or night) on the water. A fishing license, gear, and drinks are included in your trip package. You may request to take a fish home with you to enjoy for dinner.

Book your next trip and experience the renowned big game fishing of Mauritius for yourself!

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Rating

4.6
74 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (79)

What anglers say

89%
Great experience
63%
Family friendly
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
71%
Caught fish

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Riaan Terblanche
Riaan Terblanche
za
South Africa
Member since 2026
1
5.0
Verified
Professional
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 19, 20261 adult
unfortunately no fish. only one boat out of 20+ boats got a marlin. its fishing, not catching but will use them again if im in Mauritius
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John Lock
John Lock
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
game fishing
Full Day Trip on December 27, 20252 adults
great day at sea , crew couldn't do enough for you. targeted sharks unfortunately no success. 3 lovely yellow fins and a bag full of bonitos
Response from Captain
January 8, 2026
Thanks, we are happy for you!
Alexey Kashkin
Alexey Kashkin
Repeat angler
ru
Russia
Member since 2023
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
No marlin, but it's not a problem
Overnight Trip – Bottom Fishing on January 8, 20263 adults
Great day, great fishing, great team. We can't catch marlin, but catch really good tuna. Very fun trip!
Translated by AI:
Reported catch:
Dogtooth Tuna
Evan Cole
Evan Cole
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great day out
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 20253 adults
It was a great day out the crew were considerate and knowledgeable. We caught loads and the rise was very nice would recommend going if you have the chance. Make note that you have to pay by cash which caught us out but great overall.
Jaco Van Der Walt
Jaco Van Der Walt
na
Namibia
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 22, 20254 adults
We had such a blast!
Reported catch:
Dogtooth Tuna

Trip availability and prices

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June 2026
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Overnight Trip – Bottom Fishing
1 Day Trip starts at 6:00 PM
Overnight stay, liveaboard
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US $350
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $450
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Full Day Trip
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 7 people
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Rating

4.6
74 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (79)

What anglers say

89%
Great experience
63%
Family friendly
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
71%
Caught fish

All reviews (74)

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Riaan Terblanche
Riaan Terblanche
za
South Africa
Member since 2026
1
5.0
Verified
Professional
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 19, 20261 adult
unfortunately no fish. only one boat out of 20+ boats got a marlin. its fishing, not catching but will use them again if im in Mauritius
Translated by AI:
John Lock
John Lock
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
game fishing
Full Day Trip on December 27, 20252 adults
great day at sea , crew couldn't do enough for you. targeted sharks unfortunately no success. 3 lovely yellow fins and a bag full of bonitos
Response from Captain
January 8, 2026
Thanks, we are happy for you!
Alexey Kashkin
Alexey Kashkin
Repeat angler
ru
Russia
Member since 2023
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
No marlin, but it's not a problem
Overnight Trip – Bottom Fishing on January 8, 20263 adults
Great day, great fishing, great team. We can't catch marlin, but catch really good tuna. Very fun trip!
Translated by AI:
Reported catch:
Dogtooth Tuna
Evan Cole
Evan Cole
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2024
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great day out
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 20253 adults
It was a great day out the crew were considerate and knowledgeable. We caught loads and the rise was very nice would recommend going if you have the chance. Make note that you have to pay by cash which caught us out but great overall.
Jaco Van Der Walt
Jaco Van Der Walt
na
Namibia
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 22, 20254 adults
We had such a blast!
Reported catch:
Dogtooth Tuna

FAQs about Hooker 1

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
7 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Speville Craft
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Perkins Sabre
Powered by
2 x 265HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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