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
240
Reviews
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Heavy Hitter Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(240 reviews)
Angler's choice
Fernandina Beach
 2 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 240 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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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
93%
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Michelle C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Will definitely return

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“(PM) on July 3, 2025
We had an amazing time.ย  Captain took us out and our entire group caught fish even hooked a shark (although we didnโ€™t get...
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Wendy A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic Day Fishing

VERIFIED   Early 3 hour beat the Heat on September 25, 2025
We went with Captain Benny for a 3 hour fishing trip. Our goal was to catch fish we could eat and he took us to a great spot...
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Alesia D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect captain perfect trip

VERIFIED   Early ,2 hour trip on July 11, 2025
Captain Benny was very professional and knowledgeable about the area and fishing. He was prepared and made the trip very enjoyable.ย ...
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Steve H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing Charter

VERIFIED   Sunrise 2 hour trip on July 2, 2025
Captain Benny was great! Had us on fish 5mins after the poles hit the water. We caught all sorts of fish and a few sharks!...
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Adam B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A good time

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“(PM) on November 22, 2025
Captain Benny took good care of us. This kid friendly excursion did not disappoint. Even though the tide was a little rough,...
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