Providenciales Clear Kayak Drone Photoshoots
One unique way to remember your visit to the Turks and Caicos is to book a clear kayak photo shoot, which can provide you with incredible and special photos that are perfect for social media or professional prints. These photo shoots often take place in very shallow turquoise waters off the Bight Beach and Grace Bay Beach, and use a drone to capture overhead images that make the subject appear to be floating on top of the water. Clear kayak photo shoots can also include videography, with the end product being either short video clips or edited videos.
In addition to drone photo shoots, some companies provide underwater photography and over-under shots, which are photos that are split by the water’s surface and show subjects simultaneously below and above the water.
It's possible to book a clear kayak photo shoot as a solo session or as a couples shoot. These kayaks typically have a maximum capacity of two adults. Some companies also offer photo shoots for small families (two adults and two children).
Clear Kayaks
Clear or glass-bottom kayaks have become very popular in the Turks and Caicos, both for their social media appeal and for eco-tours. These vessels provide an opportunity to view the fascinating wildlife under the water’s surface.
Sightings, of course, vary according to the location. In the mangrove wetlands and estuaries, conch, turtles, starfish, baby sharks, stingrays, and small fish are common to spot. Clear kayak trips to the shallow reefs allow you to see beautiful coral and sea fans, bright and colorful fish, and some of the larger marine creatures such as stingrays, turtles, and sharks.
Several companies specialize in simply doing clear kayak drone photo shoots, and are set up to create great photos at a convenient location that’s chosen according to the day’s weather and ocean conditions. Other companies, such as those that provide guided tours via clear kayaks, can add photo shoots onto excursions.
Best Photography Locations
An excellent aspect of beach and coastal photography in the Turks and Caicos and on the island of Providenciales is the wealth of beautiful locations for photography. Clear kayak shots look especially stunning when there’s a combination of clear and shallow turquoise water and defined sand patterns on the ocean floor, which are created by the natural movement of the water and waves.
Several great spots stand out on Providenciales, including Leeward Beach, Grace Bay Beach, The Bight Beach, Long Bay Beach, Sapodilla Bay Beach, and Taylor Bay Beach. Other beautiful locations are Half Moon Bay Lagoon, Sand Dollar Cove, and Fort George Cay, which are a short boat hop away from Provo. Weather conditions should definitely be considered when selecting a spot, as if it’s a bit too windy or wavy, the appearance of the water won’t be optimal.
It’s often best to rely on the advice of your photographer when deciding on a location, as they’ll typically be more in tune with the weather and ocean conditions. Certain locations may be more expensive to shoot at due to travel-associated costs.
Booking and Reservations
Clear kayak drone photo shoots produce the best results on flat calm days with full sun. To ensure you get the best images, it's highly advisable to check the weather forecast and the wind forecast before booking your clear kayak photo session.
Flat calm days typically have wind speeds of between 8 miles per hour (13 km/h) and 11 miles per hour (18 km/h). Wind direction is also important to consider—if the wind is coming from the south, the north side will be calmer (and vice versa).
Cancellation policies vary by company, but several companies allow free cancellation up to 24 hours before your appointment. Some companies may ask you to pay a deposit to reserve your slot.
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