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 132 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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Kyle W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun Afternoon Fishing!

VERIFIED   3 Hour PM โ€“ Crappie/Speck Fishing on March 5, 2025
Captain Xavier was great and we had a great afternoon on the water with him!
Kyle W. recommends Freshwater Fishing Orlando
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Ron C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun evening Crappie fishing

VERIFIED   3 Hour PM โ€“ Crappie/Speck Fishing on February 22, 2025
The day started a little slow but by the end we had a good number of crappie to fry up
Ron C. recommends Freshwater Fishing Orlando
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Resley P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip and Great Captain

VERIFIED   7 hr โ€“ Inshore Fishing (AM) on October 14, 2024
Xavier was excellent. I would recommend this captain to anyone. He makes sure you are his first priority. Excellent with adults...
Resley P. recommends Close Encounters Fishing Charters
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Chuck K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Xavier was great

VERIFIED   3 Hour PM โ€“ Crappie/Speck Fishing on January 22, 2025
Xavier put me on fish within 5 minutes of lines in. We caught 20 specks and 2 bass.
Chuck K. recommends Freshwater Fishing Orlando
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Michael P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Xavier is fantastic!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Bowfishing (AM) on December 15, 2024
Very enthusiastic, and knowledgeable, weโ€™d highly recommend him. Cau
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