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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My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(60 reviews)
Angler's choice
New Smyrna Beach
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Trips from US $525
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(43 reviews)
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Titusville
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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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
 Last booking: 4 days ago
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Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 130 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Hunter P.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) Am on May 21, 2021
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Glen G.
Montville, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) Am on April 7, 2021
Glen G. recommends New Smyrna Beach Fishing Charters
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Mark S.
Indian Trail, North Carolina
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 Trip with Captain Xavier

Full Day Trip - Saltwater on February 2, 2018
We got out around 6am hoping to sight cast some big bull reds. My wife and I have experience catching reds before,ย  but never...
Mark S. recommends New Smyrna Beach Fishing Charters
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Stacy D.
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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5 hour A.M. trip with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM) on August 18, 2020
Trip was amazing! definitely one to check off the bucket list, we were also able to watch the rocket launch out of Cape Canaveral!
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Jennifer H.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
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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5 HR

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Saltwater on March 9, 2020
It was the beat time of our life. We will definitely 100% book with Captain Xavier again. We will be back!
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