We walked to the right where it's rockier to see if the snorkeling was any good. It was a challenge getting in & out of the water there, and I did not see much under the water. So we headed back over to the left of the pier where everyone is. Ended up renting 3 lounge chairs plus a big beach umbrella from a local guy for $15 (after passing some who wanted $20 for 2 chairs). Perfect spot - we went swimming, had a coconut water drink, got our hair braided by a girl who was walking by, and the snorkeling was much better! All you have to do is swim out to the floating rope, which is not far from the beach. I saw a barracuda, an eagle ray, lots of huge parrot fish, and even a school of squid! It was awesome!

** One of my favorite ports!! ** It's got the softest sand and the clearest water! We just walked down almost across from the lunch area, grabbed some beach lounge chairs (they're free to use), and swam for a while. The tender process (to & from the ship) was a bit of a fiasco, but I don't know any better way to get thousands of people transported back and forth. The BBQ lunch was really good this time. I loved the Jamaican Jerk chicken and fried rice. They also had burgers and hot dogs, lots of fruit, and cookies too. Cold drink station with ice, water, lemonade, and tea.

We walked through the Straw Market, then caught the #10 bus (local jitney) to Saunders Beach. It's not very far from port - just before you get to Cable Beach, but less crowded. There is a Shell gas station right there at the bus stop, plus a KFC and Pizza Hut if you need anything. We brought a little travel cooler with water bottles, so were all set. There are 3 or 4 little coves where you can swim. The water is warm and crystal-clear blue. We had the place to ourselves! And there is a public restroom building right at the end of the beach area. I would return to this beach any time I'm in Nassau!

Took a taxi from our hotel to the cruise port. Easy and very inexpensive. Then spent 2 extra nights after cruise at Ocean Manor Resort on Galt Ocean Blvd. Great location right on beach!! Nice enough hotel, with big pool and tiki bar / restaurant on beach. Would recommend this area.