Captain
Xavier Groenendyk

Member since June 2015 New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captian 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
Captian 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

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(58 reviews)
New Smyrna Beach
trips from US $625
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(39 reviews)
Titusville
trips from US $625
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(11 reviews)
Casselberry
trips from US $200
Just added to our fleet
Port Canaveral
trips from US $625

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 108 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (233)
Xavier was great!
Xavier was great!
March fishing trip
+230
Angler rating
98
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Chad K.
Carroll, IA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour โ€“ Saltwater Canaveral (PM) on December 31, 2021
Captain took us to fish right away!!! We had fish in the boat 10 minutes from the dock!! He was great with our 10 year...
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Johm F.
Apopka, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Saltwater Trip โ€“ (Canaveral) on June 23, 2021
Highly recommend.ย  My son had little experience with fishing and had never caught a fish before. captain Xavier was patient...
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Todd M.
Alanson, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

March fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) Am on March 31, 2021
Highly recommend this trip. Captain was professional and friendly. Super kid friendly and works hard to make everyone happy....
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Scott A.
Frame, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Saltwater (NSB) Am on March 1, 2021
What an amazing experience!!ย  Our Capt. Knew exactly where and how to find the trophies!!ย  We will definitely be coming back...
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Alan F. S.
Newmarket, ON
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   7hr โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (Canaveral) on December 29, 2022
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