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!
FAQs about Hooker 1
- US $350 per day per group - Overnight Trip – Bottom Fishing (1 day)
- US $450 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
- US $600 per group - Full Day Trip (9 hours)
- Toilet
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano )
- Live Bait (Caught on the trip)
- Lures
- Drinks (Soft drinks, water, beer upon request)
- First Mate
- Fishing License
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle (Up 130 lb test line)
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Barracuda (Great)
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Marlin (Black)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (Striped)
- Trevally (Giant)
- Tuna (Dogtooth)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Meet the Captain
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About this listing
Targeted species
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Giant Trevally
Dogtooth Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Boat specs
Speville Craft (Sportfishing) originally built in 2001. Powered by 2 265HP Perkins Sabre engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots.
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Cancellation policy
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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Payment
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
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