Captain
Benny Hendrix

Member since January 2020 Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
Captain Benny Hendrix has been fishing since he was 12 years old. His dad taught him how to fish and since then, he hasn't put the fishing rod down. He's a Fernandina Beach local and knows every inch of these waters. His favorite part of being a charter captain is putting his customers on fish and sharing his passion with others. Capt. Benny welcomes you aboard Heavy Hitter Charters for an incredible adventure off the Atlantic Coast of Florida!
Techniques
Everything from the backwater to bluewater!

Hey, I'm Captain Benny Hendrix

Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
Captain Benny Hendrix has been fishing since he was 12 years old. His dad taught him how to fish and since then, he hasn't put the fishing rod down. He's a Fernandina Beach local and knows every inch of these waters. His favorite part of being a charter captain is putting his customers on fish and sharing his passion with others. Capt. Benny welcomes you aboard Heavy Hitter Charters for an incredible adventure off the Atlantic Coast of Florida!
Techniques
Everything from the backwater to bluewater!
Anglers Choice
Verified

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(295 reviews)
Angler's choice
Fernandina Beach
 9 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $375

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 295 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (358)
Great day on the water!
Great day on the water!
Great day on the water!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
95%
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Jay D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a day!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip on July 7, 2026
We booked a 3 hour charter 9-12, after an awesome picture in front of Ft Clinch and a tour near Cumberland Island we pulled...
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Angelo B.
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   NEW  4 Hour Trip - Jettys on July 27, 2026
Captain Benny was fantastic โ€” knowledgeable, informative, and had us on fish right away. We landed about a dozen fish, brought...
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Joseph B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent!

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Trip (7:45AM) on July 29, 2026
I booked a two-hour trip with Benny for myself, my two kids (12 and 10), and my dad (82). We had a blast - a bunch of whiting,...
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Lamar B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Laid back and family friendly.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Jettys on June 21, 2026
Captain Benny was delightful; from the minute my family arrived at the bait shop he made us feel welcomed and safe. From charming...
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Amanda T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip on June 22, 2026
We enjoyed our trip ! This was our 2nd time saltwater fishing but our first with heavy hitters. Captain Benny was great !...
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