3 x Rusa Deer & 1 x Wild Boar on a Mauritius Hunting Safari
Booking Season: 2026
Hunt Difficulty: Moderate
Designed by Hunters, for Hunters
Take the opportunity to hunt the majestic Rusa deer in Mauritius, with your quality Super Gold Medal deer trophy measuring 34-35 7/8 inches!
Add wild boar to this exciting Mauritian hunting safari, while including deep-sea fishing for the perfect outdoor adventure!
* 1 x Hunter 1 x Professional Hunter/Guide
** 1 x Observer included
7 x Nights’ Accommodation in a 5* hotel in Le Morne Beach for 2! But that’s not all…Also included in the package is a full-day deep-sea fishing experience and a day trip on a shared Catamaran, visiting local lagoons and islands.
It doesn’t get much better than this! Hunting, sun, surf, sea, and sand in one tropical destination!
This tropical island is renowned for its sun, sea, and surf with picturesque beaches, exquisite hotels, diverse tourist activities, and a wide range of water sports to thrill and entertain tourists.
But also on offer are some exciting safari hunting opportunities, including Rusa deer hunting and wild boar hunting.
The hunting terrain on the island is varied and includes mountainous forests, wooded hills, and sugar cane fields, each offering the hunter a different challenge while hunting in Mauritius.
For hunters looking to combine an exceptional island getaway with an unusual hunting safari, Mauritius is the way to go! Hunting in Mauritius is primarily to manage the ecosystems and target invasive species, and a hunting adventure on this tropical island is well worth considering!
Rusa deer hunting in Mauritius is undertaken to control invasive species. They were introduced to the area in the mid-1600s and thrived, with a population of around 60,000 currently on the island. Their preferred habitat includes dense forests and sugar cane plantations. These habitats provide the perfect cover to be able to adequately camouflage themselves from hunters.
The Rusa deer can be extremely testing to hunt, as they are renowned for their excellent sense of smell and can detect smells up to half a mile away. They can pinpoint sounds quite easily and are known for their good eyesight which picks up movement in the area. They are extremely intelligent and apply avoidance tactics, such as freezing or slowly retreating, to avoid being captured.
Rusa deer hunting in Mauritius can be undertaken annually between 01 June to 30 September with driven hunts and using the walk and stalk method, from 15 May to 15 December.
Hunting methods for deer hunting in Mauritius include driven hunts, walk-and-stalk, spot-and-stalk, as well as hunting from a blind. Whichever option you choose, be prepared for an unforgettable safari!
Expect a thrilling adventure with boar hunting in Mauritius, where unpredictability is the name of the game with these hogs! These hogs are targeted through various hunting methods including blinds, walk-and-stalk, as well as driven hunts.
With good eyesight and hearing, the wild boar is very wary and alert of any noises or unfamiliar sights and will take off without hesitation, reaching speeds of up to 25 miles per hour to flee from any perceived threats or danger. It can also jump a height of 5 feet with ease, making cornering them tricky. Add to this their preferred habitat of dense forests and sugar cane fields, and you can see why visibility can be a challenge.
Wild boars can be hunted throughout the year in Mauritius.
With more than 15 years’ experience under his belt, Jean-Francois has hunted not only in Mauritius, but also in Reunion, South Africa, Namibia, and France. His knowledge of local conditions, terrain, and species is a valuable source of information to assist with harvesting the perfect trophy, whether deer or wild boar.
Mauritian resident Jean-Francois is well-versed in the island’s heritage and culture and knows all the best places to visit, whether you’re looking for the best dive sites or in search of some tasty culinary delights.
Mauritius provides an array of tourist activities to enjoy, from exploring the pristine waters in a glass-bottomed boat and swimming with dolphins to enjoying a round of golf on one of the five golf courses on the island. The destination ticks the boxes in terms of a genuine family holiday, with many options to consider:
Mauritius can be reached from Europe, Asia, or Africa, with the most direct route from Africa being from Johannesburg, South Africa.
Flying time from Johannesburg to the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, in Plaine Magnien, Mauritius, ranges from 3h55 to 4h15.A representative from the outfitter will meet you upon arrival and arrange a transfer from the airport to the hotel. The road transfer from the airport to Le Morne Beach is 34 miles and takes around 1 h 15.
Mauritius has different hunting seasons depending on the species being targeted. While wild boar is available for hunting throughout the year, the Rusa deer can be hunted between 01 June and 30 September through driven hunts and from 15 May to 15 December using the walk-and-stalk method.
While it is difficult to bring your firearm into the country, gun rental is included in your package.
Bow hunting in Mauritius is legal, and your outfitter does have bows available. Alternatively, you can bring your own bow, but there are strict regulations that need to be adhered to. Chat with Jean-Francois for further information relating to bow hunting in Mauritius.
Rusa deer hunting in Mauritius can be challenging, with accurate shot placement required. Aim for shoulder or heart/lung shots for an ethical and quick kill. In terms of rifle calibers, your outfitter will have numerous rifles available, including .243, .270, .30-06, or 25-06 caliber options.
Wild boar hunting is a fast-paced and exciting safari, requiring quick responses from the hunter during this action-packed safari. Aim for a shoulder shot that will travel straight through the hog and destroy the heart, lungs, and shoulders. Alternatively, aim for the heart and lungs for a quick, clean kill. Once again, the outfitter will have various rifles available; consider using a .243, .270, .30-06, or 25-06 caliber.
Bow hunting in Mauritius is legal, and both these species can be harvested using a bow. However, strict regulations apply, and coordination with the outfitter is required, or chat to Jean-Francois about the availability of bows.
When hunting in Mauritius, no special vaccinations are required. Ensure that your routine vaccinations,, like Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Polio, are up to date.
If you require any additional information for this Rusa Deer hunt in Mauritius, please contact the Game Hunting Safaris team or message Jean-Francois directly.
Please note that terms, conditions and price are subject to change without notice and rates at the time of the hunt will apply
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