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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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(60 reviews)
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New Smyrna Beach
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Trips from US $525
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(44 reviews)
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Titusville
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Trips from US $625
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(23 reviews)
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Casselberry
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Trips from US $249
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(4 reviews)
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Port Canaveral
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Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 131 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (284)
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Faye S.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day salt water fishing with Xavier

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Saltwater (PM) on October 22, 2018
I booked afternoon salt water fishing trip for my husband & son , captain Xavier was texting me the day before asking if we...
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Bill O.
Lansdowne, VA
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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Great afternoon with Captain Xavier!

VERIFIED   3 Hour โ€“ Saltwater Canaveral (PM) on December 30, 2021
Great time catching black drums!
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Donald G.
Fruitland Park, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Saltwater on November 3, 2020
Cold day on the water made it tough fishing but this captain really knows what heโ€™s doing. He put us on the fish like never...
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Brian L.
Lawrenceville, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Near Shore Trip - Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Saltwater on June 30, 2020
Great Captain. Very personable and works hard. He knows the water and finds fish. I will book with him every trip for now on....
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Orlando, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Drum fishing on Indian River lagoon

3/4 Day Trip - Saltwater on January 29, 2020
Puctures say it all. Great experience I will never forget. Xavier has tremendous skills spotting very subtle water disturbances...
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