INTRODUCTION

The island was discovered by the Portuguese, in 1505. It was first colonized by the Dutch in 1638, and named after the Prince Maurice of Nassau. The French controlled the island during the XVIII Century and they named it as Îlle de France. The island was taken by the British in 1814, which brought its former name back. The independence happened in 1968, but Mauritius keeps as the Head of State the United Kingdom’s Monarch and just turned into a Republic in 1992, becoming a member of the Commonwealth. The island has a stable democratic government with free and regular elections, and positive human rights. Consequently, draw a big foreign investment, earning therefore the biggest Africa’s per capita income.

English is one of the official languages and is particularly cultivated by the Indian origin population. The other official language is French. The usual communication language is the Marisyen, a Creole language based on French. Lots of the Indian and Chinese immigrants still use their native languages.

The island is a popular destination for the European, more specifically for the French and the English. Featuring resorts and internationally known five stars hotels and even Mauritian accommodation, excellent restaurants and an excellent tourism structure; Mauritius has what it takes for pleasing since the most simple to the most demanding visitor.

The Island is a true paradise for fishing and known as such throughout the world. Year after year it is the stage for one of the biggest oceanic fishing championships in the world, the Billfish South Indian Ocean Competition, and not by accident the place also that most produces trophies with 500kg on the planet.

Just a few minutes from the shore one is already found fishing big billfish like the Blue and Black Marlin and also others giants like tiger sharks and mako and big yellow tuna, all extremely sport. Other modalities such as fishing with Jig are very popular at place, fly fishing can also be practiced with the achievement of excellent results.

The climate conditions of the island are a lot favorable for fishing those giants through almost the entire year, with best results between the months of February and June.

OC is pleased to offer several options of hotels and fishing professionals. We will make your package according to your needs. Your adventure made especially for you.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Mauritius
Population: 1.295.000
Area: 2.040 Km²
Capital: Port Louis
Language: French, English, Creole Mauritian
Currency: Mauritian Rupiah

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