Nassau: Clear Kayak Photoshoot on Junkanoo Beach with Drone

Summary

Crystal kayaks and drone photos at Nassau’s lively Junkanoo Beach

You’ll paddle out on crystal-clear water in Nassau’s Junkanoo Beach with a local guide, posing for drone shots in a see-through kayak while music drifts over from nearby huts. Expect quick photo delivery (plus raw files if you want them), easy beach access close to your cruise ship—and that odd feeling of floating right above all those shifting blues.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to be nervous about sitting in a see-through kayak, but there I was, toes wiggling against the cool plastic while the water below shifted in patches of turquoise and green. Junkanoo Beach is only a short walk from the cruise port—ten minutes, tops—but it feels louder and brighter than you’d think. Music thumps from somewhere behind the tiki huts, and you can smell fried fish drifting over from that little row of shacks (I still regret not grabbing a snack first). Our guide, Marcus, handed me a life vest and grinned like he’d seen this hesitation before. “You’ll forget it’s even there,” he said, pointing at the kayak.

Once we pushed off, everything got quiet except for the slap of paddles and distant laughter. The water was so clear I could see my shadow moving along the sand below. A drone buzzed overhead—honestly, I half-expected it to crash into a seagull but these guys really know what they’re doing. Marcus called out directions (“Look up! Smile!”) while I tried not to squint too much in the sun. The whole thing felt half-silly, half-magical. At one point I caught my own reflection on the bottom of the kayak and started laughing—felt like floating inside a glass bubble.

Afterwards, we hung around on the sand waiting for our edited photos (they send them fast, within a day or so). There were families setting up umbrellas nearby, kids chasing each other with towels dragging behind them. It’s hard not to feel part of something here—even if you’re just passing through before your ship leaves again. I keep thinking about that moment when everything slowed down out on the water; maybe it was just being away from crowds for a minute, or maybe it was seeing Nassau from such a strange angle.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Clear kayak photoshoot at Junkanoo Beach

• Walk 10 minutes from cruise port
• Arrive at Junkanoo Beach location
• Rent kayak and snorkeling equipment
• Participate in crystal clear kayak photoshoot
• Receive 6 edited photos and 1 video
• Optionally request raw photo files
• Walk 5 minutes to Fish Fry for native food

Top questions

How far is Junkanoo Beach from Nassau cruise port?

It’s about a 10-minute walk from the cruise port to Junkanoo Beach.

Are professional photos included in the clear kayak photoshoot?

Yes, you get 6 professionally edited photos and 1 video; raw files can be requested too.

Is this activity suitable for families or people with limited mobility?

Yes, it’s wheelchair accessible and infants or small children can ride in strollers.

How long does it take to receive the photos after the shoot?

The turnaround time is usually 24–28 hours for edited photos and video.

What equipment is provided during the clear kayak experience?

You get a clear kayak and life-saving equipment included.

Can I find local food near Junkanoo Beach?

The Fish Fry is about five minutes’ walk away if you want native food.

Are public transportation options available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to Junkanoo Beach.

What’s included

Your day includes use of a clear kayak with life-saving equipment on Junkanoo Beach in Nassau, plus six professionally edited drone photos and one video (with all raw files available by request), all just steps from your cruise ship or downtown hotels—no extra transport needed unless you want it.