Captain
Xavier Groenendyk

Member since June 2015 New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captain Xavier was raised in New Smyrna Beach and Orlando, Florida; growing up with the world famous Mosquito Lagoon in his backyard, and world-class Bass fishing in the lakes and rivers. He capitalized on the extremely diverse fishery just minutes from home. The captain spent all his free time learning the local waters, recording everything into fishing logs, studying the tides, temperatures, and the movements of sought-after game fish. He realized that in order to consistently catch big fish, it is important to understand the science of the fish and the waters, as well as being well versed in various fishing techniques. Becoming a certified scuba diver at the age of 14, Xavier has spent many hours observing fish from underwater to gauge their reaction to baits, chum, and artificial lures. He loves to share his experience with his guests!
Techniques
Sight Fishing Fly Fishing Spin Fishing Artificial Topwater Live baiting

Hey, I'm Captain Xavier Groenendyk

New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captain Xavier was raised in New Smyrna Beach and Orlando, Florida; growing up with the world famous Mosquito Lagoon in his backyard, and world-class Bass fishing in the lakes and rivers. He capitalized on the extremely diverse fishery just minutes from home. The captain spent all his free time learning the local waters, recording everything into fishing logs, studying the tides, temperatures, and the movements of sought-after game fish. He realized that in order to consistently catch big fish, it is important to understand the science of the fish and the waters, as well as being well versed in various fishing techniques. Becoming a certified scuba diver at the age of 14, Xavier has spent many hours observing fish from underwater to gauge their reaction to baits, chum, and artificial lures. He loves to share his experience with his guests!
Techniques
Sight Fishing Fly Fishing Spin Fishing Artificial Topwater Live baiting
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 132 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Casey D.
Belmont, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

7 hr trip... right at a cold front

VERIFIED   7hr โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (Canaveral) on March 14, 2023
Great experience in not ideal weatherโ€ฆcold front and wind. Xavier was a great host and guide and put us on some big...
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Mike C.
Cocoa Beach, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Flexibility pays off!

VERIFIED   5hr โ€“ Inshore Fishing (PM) on March 23, 2022
Great day with captain Xavier. We were initially going to go deep sea fishing but wind caused us to change plans. Captain Xavier...
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Brad L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Prefect day of the water.

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) on October 30, 2023
Capt. Xavier was great. We got on a good group of fish. Highly recommend this guyโ€ฆhe knows his stuff and will get โ€˜em in...
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Bobby R.
Quitman, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Six hour trip with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   6hr โ€“ Tarpon Fishing (NSB) on August 27, 2023
I would highly recommend Capt. Xavier to anyone wishing to fish inshore targeting Snook,Bull Redfish and Tarpon.
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Dennis S.
Lakewood, CO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   5hr โ€“ Inshore Fishing (PM) on March 21, 2023
Captain Xavier put us on fish right away.ย  We caught several nice Black Drum and had a great experience!ย  Thanks Captain...
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