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
99%
Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Tristan E.
Kissimmee, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day with Xavier

VERIFIED   5hr โ€“ Inshore Fishing (PM) on July 21, 2022
Trip was awesome, Xavier worked really hard to get us fish! Everyone managed to get at least one and we even landed and 80lb...
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Sarah B.
Battle Creek, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5 hr salt water

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) Am on March 25, 2022
It was a great day , captain Xavier was awesome , my boys had an amazing time , we caught a Huge red drum fish,ย  a few catfish...
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Amanda A.
Danville, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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7hr trip

VERIFIED   Special 7 hour trip for Amanda Adkins on August 4, 2023
Xavier was great. Best charter we have been on.ย  Both of my sons had great catches.
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Mike L.
Yukon, OK
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Run and gun

VERIFIED   7hr โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (Canaveral) on August 19, 2022
Xavier knows his sh!t. Heโ€™s all biz. Done several guided trips and heโ€™s one of the best. Had us in fish all day....
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JOHN S.
Danville, IN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3 hr afternoon trip with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   3 Hr PM โ€“ Crappie/Spec Fishing on February 1, 2022
Great bass fishing trip on a cool very windy day. Captain Xavier worked the lake and found fish. He was knowledgeable, patient...
JOHN S. recommends Freshwater Fishing Orlando
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