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
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(210 reviews)
Angler's choice
Fernandina Beach
 6 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 210 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (205)
Fishing with captain Benny
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Fishing with captain Benny
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
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Matt H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Absolutely Incredible Morning with Captain Benny!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 hour , inlet , jettys on July 2, 2025
We booked a 3-hour morning charter with Captain Benny of Heavy Hitters out of Amelia Island, and it was one of the best fishing...
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John P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Look no more!

VERIFIED   NEW  Early ,2 hour trip on July 5, 2025
A Captain Hendrix trip is one you shouldnโ€™t miss!ย  His boat is perfect for 6 anglers- plenty of room and exceptional well...
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Sev S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Knows where the fish are hiding!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ am on April 17, 2025
Captain Benni was a great captain and incredibly successful in getting us to catch fish during our entire time on the boat...
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Brandy A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best three hours!

VERIFIED   NEW  Early 3 hour beat the Heat on July 9, 2025
We enjoyed seeing dolphins, wild horses, and Fort Clinch State Park on our way to our first fishing hole. We caught...
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Fergal K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great 1/2 day fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  Morning 4 hour trip , Jettys on June 20, 2025
Great family 4 hour trip with Captain Benny. Caught our fill of whiting and two substantial sharks. Captain was great with...
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