Hunting in Mauritius
Hunting season in Mauritius: when to hunt Rusa deer?
Dreaming of hunting Rusa deer in the tropics? Your hunting guide explains everything about the hunting season in Mauritius: the dates, the hunting methods, the hunting permit and our advice on choosing the best time.
Mauritius hunting season calendar
The open seasons for Rusa deer and wild boar in Mauritius.
Rusa deer
Walk-and-stalk
June to mid-November
Our specialtyRusa deer
Driven hunt
June to September
On requestWild boar
Walk-and-stalk
All year round
Invasive speciesDepending on the area and the year's conditions (rain, drought), the walk-and-stalk season can extend to mid-December. Driven hunts close after September.
The best time of the hunting season
August is the rut: stags are active, roaring and fighting. A magnificent spectacle that makes walk-and-stalk Rusa deer hunting even more intense.
Preparing your hunt in Mauritius
What you need to know before booking your hunting trip.
Walk-and-stalk, our specialty
We focus on walk-and-stalk hunting, on foot and close to the Rusa deer: a demanding, ethical and intense hunt. Lionel has specialised in it for over 20 years. Driven hunts are available on request, from June to September.
Wild boar all year round
Wild boar, known locally as "cochon marron", is an invasive species in Mauritius. It can be hunted all year, alongside your deer hunt or outside the Rusa deer hunting season.
Your hunting permit in Mauritius
A government-issued hunting permit is mandatory. Several documents are needed and it takes about two months. We handle the paperwork with you: just book at least two months in advance.
Rifles and ammunition provided
Importing your own firearms and ammunition into Mauritius is not allowed. The hunting areas provide them on site, for a rental fee on top of the hunt price.
Rusa deer in Mauritius
Rusa deer were introduced to Mauritius in 1639. Thanks to hunting and careful management, the island is now home to around 70,000 deer. By law, all hunting areas are fenced: as an invasive species, the deer must be contained to protect endemic plants and prevent road collisions.
Lionel, your hunting guide in Mauritius, has been guiding hunters from all over the world for over 20 years. Learn more about our story on the About us page.
Your questions about the hunting season in Mauritius
When is the deer hunting season in Mauritius?
Walk-and-stalk Rusa deer hunting is open from June to mid-November, sometimes until mid-December depending on the area. Driven hunts are allowed from June to September.
Do you offer driven hunts?
Yes, on request. Our specialty is walk-and-stalk, but we can arrange a driven hunt from June to September. Driven hunts close after September.
What is the best month to hunt deer in Mauritius?
August, during the rut. The stags are very active and the spectacle is exceptional.
Can wild boar be hunted all year?
Yes. As an invasive species in Mauritius, wild boar can be hunted all year round.
Can I bring my own rifle?
No. Importing firearms and ammunition into Mauritius is not allowed. They are provided on site by the hunting areas.
How far in advance should I book?
At least two months, the time needed to obtain the hunting permit from the government.
Book your Rusa deer hunt in Mauritius
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