Of all the forms of transportation at Walt Disney World, I enjoy the water transportation the most. You can choose to be in open air or inside comfort, they do not move too fast and there is something about being on the water which is relaxing to me. It is also a good time to take photographs of Walt Disney World parks, attractions and resorts from a different prespective.

Last year I took a Motor Cruiser from the Magic Kingdom to the Fort Wilderness Campground and Resort in the morning. Most people were going to the Magic Kingdom at the time. The boat was sparsely filled for the trip back to Fort Wilderness. I could move from one side of the boat to the other or go to the front or back. Below is what I photographed along the way.

A BASS Fishing Excursion boat with guide and guests were out on the Seven Seas Lagoon in front of the Grand Floridian and Narcoossee’s restaurant as we left the Magic Kingdom port.

BASS Fishing Excursion boat on the Seven Seas Lagoon.
Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/320s, f/9, ISO 200, EV +0.3, 300mm focal length.

After passing over the water bridge between the Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake, I got this beautiful view of the Contemporary Resort and, it’s new companion, Bay Lake Towers.

Contemporary Resort and Bay Lake Towers.
Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/320s, f/11, ISO 200, EV 0, 58mm focal length, cropped.

Even from the water, the Wilderness Lodge looks like it belongs in a western United States national park nestled amongst the tall trees.

Wilderness Lodge from Bay Lake.
Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/125s, f/16, ISO 200, EV +0.3, 210mm focal length, cropped.

I have enjoyed photographing between Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Friendship boats and from Port Orleans to Downtown Disney on the DVC ferries. You can, too.