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
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(59 reviews)
Angler's choice
New Smyrna Beach
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $525
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(43 reviews)
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Titusville
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $625
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(23 reviews)
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Casselberry
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $249
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
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Port Canaveral
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 128 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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Awesome day
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Angler rating
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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
95%
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Tina S.
Winter Park, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Ladies THIS is what your husband wants!

7 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) on May 6, 2022
I booked a charter with Captain X to surprise my husband for his birthday. Itโ€™s been a rough couple of years so I really...
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Ross M.
Orlando, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wonderful fishing experience with Capt X!

7 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) on April 21, 2022
I have been on multiple charters with multiple outfitters. Some good some not so good. Captain Xโ€™s abilities, gear, and knowledge...
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Gary L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Xavier was great!

VERIFIED   5hr โ€“ Inshore Fishing (AM) on April 5, 2024
Good trip Xavier was great. Fishing wasnโ€™t great as the weather was not good. We caught redfish and blue fish. Weather did...
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Pamela H.
Saco, ME
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a 5 hour fishing trip.

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) Am on April 28, 2022
It was an amazing fishing trip, he knows and has the years experience. The trip was incredible, I had a great day fishing...
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Dean N.
Cincinnati, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day on the Water

VERIFIED   7hr โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (Canaveral) on March 31, 2023
We had a great day out on an inshore trip with Captain X. Windy conditions and the bite was slow, but he worked hard to put...
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