Saunders Beach
Saunders Beach
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Heather B
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Canada421 contributions
Dec 2019
Beach about an hour walk from the downtown area, but you walk along the fish fry to get there. Lots of little snails and hermit crabs near the beach.
Great view looking out, gas station for snacks located nearby.
Great view looking out, gas station for snacks located nearby.
Written 20 February 2020
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jesalmon6
San Francisco, CA2 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
Take the #10 bus after walking into town from the cruise ship. It was about a 10 minute walk to the nearest bus stop . Let the bus driver know where you want to go because he wont ask. The bus ride was around 10 minutes with traffic ($1.25 USD per person). Keep in mind that this was on a Friday, at noon. Once you see the KFC and Pizza hut on the left side of the street, you'll know you're close. There is also a liquor store near by with a great selection of beer. Cross the street (cautiously) and you'll be at the most beautiful, white sand, clear, warm water beach you have ever seen! There were two people on the beach when we got there, two local young ladies. They had no problem with snapping a photo of my girlfriend and I. No other tourists, vendors, tour guides, ect were around to hassle you. There are restrooms at the furthest end of the beach but we didn't have to use them. The only noise we had to deal with was the jet ski rider coming back and forth to refill his gas cans at the Shell gas station across the street. The sun is strong so be prepared with all of your beach necessities (leave behind large amounts of cash/credit cards). Maybe we got lucky that day but I would definitely make this beach our go-to if we were to visit again. Getting back to the Cruise Terminal was easier than getting to the beach. Shortly after we began walking back towards the ship, a bus driver stopped in the middle of the street and kindly let us in. You can ask him to bring you to the local fish-fry for a bite to eat, or you can choose one of the many bars/restaurants closer to the Port. Definitely worth the extra leg-work to check out this beach if you want to avoid high-dollar excursions and the usual tourist atmosphere.
Written 15 August 2017
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TravelJustForFun
Ogden, UT46 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
This is our second trip to Nassau. We went to Cabbage Beach on our last visit, but Saunders Beach is my new favorite!! The beach is clean without vendors. There are restrooms and showers available. And across the street is a gas station where you can grab snacks and drinks. The water was beautiful and we were able to snorkel right off the beach. I would highly recommend this Beach.
Written 26 July 2017
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Sonji G
Ohio8 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
What I liked about it is that it is very quiet and there’s not a lot of people. It is very pretty but there’s a busy road behind you and industrial oil wells to the right of you. I just sat with my back to the oil wells and then you feel like you’re on a private island. However, you can hear the sounds of the trucks on the street behind you. There were rock formations and by kids were able to find some wildlife on those.
Written 18 January 2020
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Cerise-Celine
3 contributions
Aug 2016 • Solo
I arrived at about 1pm and the beach was nearly empty!
If you like a quiet beach this would've the spot. If you will be staying for long it would be best to bring all of your beach gear. There is a gas station nearby for nibbles and drinks.
If you like a quiet beach this would've the spot. If you will be staying for long it would be best to bring all of your beach gear. There is a gas station nearby for nibbles and drinks.
Written 4 August 2016
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Jen
Michigan222 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
We made the choice to do a quiet, inexpensive outing during this port stop on our Royal Caribbean cruise. As a family of 6, this was a perfect solution.
The hardest part was getting out of the labyrinth of the cruise port (and being nearly accosted and followed in attempts to sell us things) and finding the jitney "station" which was near an ice cream store a little ways from the straw market. We hopped on the number 10 and told the driver where we were headed. It stopped right at a shell gas station right across the street from the beach.
We nearly had the entire beach to ourselves. There was a playground and small restroom area. The beach was guarded by two security guards (who even chased away a couple stray dogs for us). The sand and water were very clean minus some seaweed areas.
We stayed for about 90 minutes for just some quiet beach time before heading back to the ship. We stood next to the road by the bathrooms and soon a jitney #10 came by, flashed their lights, we waved, and they stopped so we could get on. We road it all the way back to their waiting area near the straw market.
It was a peaceful and cheap excursion for us! Plus you get a taste of local culture! We actually felt much safer here than we did in the cruise port area!
The hardest part was getting out of the labyrinth of the cruise port (and being nearly accosted and followed in attempts to sell us things) and finding the jitney "station" which was near an ice cream store a little ways from the straw market. We hopped on the number 10 and told the driver where we were headed. It stopped right at a shell gas station right across the street from the beach.
We nearly had the entire beach to ourselves. There was a playground and small restroom area. The beach was guarded by two security guards (who even chased away a couple stray dogs for us). The sand and water were very clean minus some seaweed areas.
We stayed for about 90 minutes for just some quiet beach time before heading back to the ship. We stood next to the road by the bathrooms and soon a jitney #10 came by, flashed their lights, we waved, and they stopped so we could get on. We road it all the way back to their waiting area near the straw market.
It was a peaceful and cheap excursion for us! Plus you get a taste of local culture! We actually felt much safer here than we did in the cruise port area!
Written 10 April 2019
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Aly S
Salt Lake City, UT4 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
After reading previous reviews, we decided to try this beach. It was awesome! There was some dried seaweed in places on the beach, but not bad at all for us, and no trash. Perfect beach for peace, quiet, and relaxation. Bathrooms were clean and two security guards were on the sidewalk near the beach keeping an eye on things. We took the #10 Jitney Bus to the beach for $1.25 per person. Just ask someone when you get off the cruise ship where to catch the #10 bus. It wasn't difficult at all. Our driver missed the beach stop, but immediately turned around and dropped us off when we notified him. It was just my husband and I and we went on a Sunday. We were the only ones there for quite awhile. 5 other families showed up eventually, but that was it. Nice gentle waters for swimming, and good sand for relaxing on.
Written 7 May 2018
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Sapphirina
Cedar Grove, NJ121 contributions
Sept 2015 • Couples
It was a nice change of pace to visit this beach. Quiet, clean and clear waters. Not the best snorkeling but you might find a few fishies here and there by the rocks. (And crabs)
There is a rest room at this beach, but not much vendors. (Which is how I prefer it.) So if you plan on staying here for the day, bring a cooler with some drinks and snacks.
Love the calm waters during my visit and definitely much prefer to rub shoulders with the locals.
Note, the Jitney is $1.25 one way. (People who are paying $2 is because they don't have quarters/change with them.)
There is a rest room at this beach, but not much vendors. (Which is how I prefer it.) So if you plan on staying here for the day, bring a cooler with some drinks and snacks.
Love the calm waters during my visit and definitely much prefer to rub shoulders with the locals.
Note, the Jitney is $1.25 one way. (People who are paying $2 is because they don't have quarters/change with them.)
Written 29 September 2015
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kcaron
Gainesville, GA13 contributions
May 2015 • Family
We toured Nassau by way of Carnival Valor. When we got off the ship, found our way to information booth....from there picked up #10 bus from city for $2 per person.....stumbled upon Saunders beach...had entire area to ourselves essentially...beautiful, white sand, crystal clear....public transportation easy to use!
Written 30 May 2015
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debbutcher
debbutcher130 contributions
Saunders beach has beautiful views of out islands, lots of sand, beautiful crystal waters for swimming, there are benches in shade if that's your preference, the water here is very calm so swimming and floating and snorkeling are great, there is a small rock jetty for the little tropical fish to hang around. They also have rest rooms, a fresh water shower, and a Store within walking distance if you need drinks or snacks. The #10 bus will take you here for $1.25. That was awesome. Also playground for the little ones. You will love Saunders beach! !
Written 25 May 2015
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Have 6 hours layover.
Will it be good idea go spend time on the beach.
How long it usually takes from airport by taxi ,and wat the average rate for a taxi.
Thanks
Written 11 October 2019
is the beach safe for solo female.
Written 11 April 2018
I felt safe there. It was just a few minutes outside of town. The main road is right by as well as a gas station/convenience store. There was no one selling items on the beach or soliciting. It was quiet mid morning until the afternoon when more families found it.
Written 8 July 2018
Hi everyone that has been to Saunder's beach. we will be in Nassau in a few weeks (March 14th). we are a family of 4 with 2 smaller children (5 and 9). Is this a good beach for kids, no undertow, waves etc at that time of year? Also looking for a beach that is quieter but still has somewhere to eat and drink for cheap.
Written 21 February 2018
Looking for a condo to rent for the months of February and March 2020 in the Cable Beach area,any recommendations?
Written 3 October 2019
Does Saunders Beach have any shade?
Written 12 February 2018
Yes there were some trees towards the back of the beach, near the road that you could sit under.
Written 17 February 2018
I know that the vendors are few and far between here (which I appreciate!) Are there chairs and umbrellas for rent? And if not, is there a place to lay in the shade?
Written 12 February 2016
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