THE SOUTH INDIAN OCEAN BILLFISH COMPETITION 2027

Organised by LE MORNE ANGLERS CLUB, Black River, Mauritius from 31st January 2027 to 6th February 2027.

Since inception in 2000, the SIOBC has grown to become the major International Billfish event in Southern Indian Ocean. Le Morne Anglers Club was founded in 1955 and joined the International Game Fish Association as member club in 1957. The Club house is situated in Black River Bay which opens directly on the deep waters of the Indian Ocean. With its official IGFA weighing station and docking facilities for boats, Le Morne Anglers Club is a major player in organising sportfishing tournaments.

2027 SIOBC PROGRAM

SUNDAY 31ST JANUARY 2027

18h30 Arrival at the club and final registration of Captains, Anglers and accompanying guests. 

19h00 Briefing followed by a cocktail. 

MONDAY 01ST FEBRUARY 2027

First day fishing

Breakfast as from 06h00

Fishing starts at 07h00

Lines out at 16h30

16h45 Weighing cocktail

TUESDAY 02ND FEBRUARY 2027

Second day fishing

Breakfast as from 06h00

Fishing starts at 07h00

Lines out at 16h30

16h45 Weighing cocktail

WEDNESDAY 03RD FEBRUARY 2027

At leisure

THURSDAY 04TH FEBRUARY 2027

Third fishing day

Breakfast as from 06h00

Fishing starts at 07h00

Lines out at 16h30

16h45 Weighing cocktail

FRIDAY 05TH FEBRUARY 2027

Fourth day fishing

Breakfast as from 06h00

Fishing starts at 07h00

Lines out at 16h30

16h45 Weighing cocktail

SATURDAY 06TH FEBRUARY 2027

19h00 Arrival for Award Ceremony

Cocktail and snacks

20h30 Award Ceremony

21h00 Buffet

Please arrange your own transport to and from Le Morne Anglers’ Club.

THE SPONSORS FOR SIOBC