Seaside Tales: Mahébourg Magic

The fisherman of Mahébourg are a group of people, who have a long and proud tradition of fishing in the lagoon and the open sea around the town.

They are mostly artisanal fishers, who use small boats and simple fishing gear to catch a variety of fish and seafood, such as tuna, marlin, dorado, octopus, lobster, and crab.

They sell their catch at the local markets or at the fish landing stations, where they are inspected by the Fisheries Protection Service for quality and safety.

Some of them also offer deep sea fishing trips to tourists, who can enjoy the thrill of catching big game fish and admire the beauty of the marine life.

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The fisherman of Mahébourg are not only skilled and hardworking, but also passionate and respectful of the sea and its resources.

They have a strong sense of community and solidarity, and they often help each other in times of need. They also celebrate their culture and heritage, by participating in festivals and events, such as the Regatta, the Fishermen’s Day, and the Feast of St. Peter, the patron saint of fishermen.

They are proud of their history and their role in the development of Mahébourg and Mauritius.

They are the fisherman of Mahébourg, and they are the guardians of the sea.

Some traditional fishing techniques used by the fishermen of Mahébourg are.

• Trolling: This technique involves dragging lures or live bait behind a moving boat to attract and catch pelagic fish such as Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. Trolling is usually done with heavy tackle and artificial or rapala baits.

• Jigging: This technique involves dropping a weighted lure vertically into the water and jerking it up and down to create a motion that mimics a wounded or fleeing prey. Jigging is effective for catching bottom-dwelling fish such as Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, and Dogtooth Tuna. Jigging is usually done with light to medium tackle and metal or rubber jigs.

• Shore fishing: This technique involves casting a line from the shore or a jetty into the water and waiting for a fish to bite. Shore fishing can be done with simple fishing gear such as rods, reels, hooks, and baits. Shore fishing can catch a variety of fish such as Barracuda, Trevally, Mullet, and Bonefish. Shore fishing is often done by locals for subsistence or recreation.

The square nets that you see in the Mahebourg harbour are used by the local fishermen for catching fish and seafood.

They are called gill nets, and they work by trapping the fish by their gills as they try to swim through the net.

 The gill nets are usually made of nylon or polyethylene, and they have different mesh sizes depending on the type and size of the fish they want to catch.

The fishermen set the gill nets in the water at different depths and locations, depending on the season, the tide, and the fish behaviour.

They then check the nets regularly and collect the catch.

The gill nets are a traditional and common fishing technique in Mahebourg and other coastal areas of Mauritius.

They are also a source of income and livelihood for many families.

The gill nets are part of the culture and heritage of Mahebourg, and they reflect the close relationship between the people and the sea.

The marine park at Blue Bay is a marine reserve in the south-east of Mauritius.

It covers an area of 353 hectares and was declared a national park in 1997 and a marine park in 2000.

The marine park is a place of great ecological importance, as it hosts one of the most diverse and beautiful coral reefs in the Indian Ocean.

The marine park is home to hundreds of species of fish and other marine creatures, such as sea turtles, octopus, lobster, and crab.

The marine park is also famous for having the largest brain coral in the whole Indian Ocean, which is over 1000 years old and has a diameter of 5 meters.

The marine park at Blue Bay is a popular tourist destination, as it offers many activities and attractions for visitors.

The most common way to explore the marine park is by taking a boat tour, which can include a glass-bottom boat trip, a snorkeling session, or a diving excursion.

The boat tours allow visitors to see the best parts of the reef, where the coral and sea life are most abundant and colorful.

Alternatively, visitors can also snorkel from the shore in some areas of the bay, where the water is shallow and clear.

However, these areas are less impressive than the ones reached by boat.

The Mauritians that visit Blue Bay are usually people who love the sea and the sun, and who enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural diversity of the island.

They are often families, couples, or friends who want to have a relaxing and fun holiday, and who appreciate the hospitality and the friendliness of the locals.

One of the things that the Mauritians love to do in Blue Bay is to dance.

Dancing is a way of expressing their joy, their passion, and their identity.

They dance to the rhythm of the Sega, the traditional music of Mauritius, which has African roots and Latin influences.

The Sega is a lively and sensual music, played with instruments such as the ravanne, the maravanne, the triangle, the djembe, and the roulèr.

The Sega is also a dance, where the dancers move their hips and spin their bodies, while sliding their feet on the sand.

The Sega is usually danced in pairs, where the woman leads the dance and the man follows.

The dance can be very physical and challenging, as the dancers try to get as low as possible without losing their balance or their partner.

The Sega is not only a music and a dance, but also a culture and a heritage.

The Sega was born during the time of slavery, as a way of resisting oppression and creating solidarity among the slaves.

The Sega is a symbol of the history, the diversity, and the unity of Mauritius.

The Sega is a celebration of life and freedom.

The Mauritians that visit Blue Bay love to dance the Sega, especially at night, when the beach becomes a festive and colorful scene.

The Mauritians that visit Blue Bay and their love for dancing are part of the charm and the attraction of this place.