If you’ve been searching for a Disney fireworks cruise surprise proposal photographer, let me just say this one set the bar pretty high. Picture this: a private pontoon boat cruising across Bay Lake at night, the sky lighting up with fireworks over Magic Kingdom, and a sweet couple visiting from Pittsburgh taking it all in… when suddenly, he drops to one knee. Eeee!!
But let’s rewind. Because pulling this off took a little more than good luck and pixie dust. It took lots of planning, stealth, and some serious night-shooting skills to pull this off for Amanda & Mark.
The Proposal Plan: From Fake PhotoPass to Real “Yes!”
The groom-to-be reached out to me about two months before their trip to Orlando with the idea of proposing during the fireworks cruise. He wanted it to be a surprise, but also perfectly timed and beautifully captured. Challenge accepted.
To keep the proposal under wraps, I arrived to the marina early and posed as a Disney PhotoPass photographer just there for a few “vacation photos.” I also teamed up with the Disney boat captain in advance to figure out the best angles and timing. She also introduced me as photo pass to help us really sell it! :)
The most thoughtful part? He chose the exact moment her favorite Disney song (“I See the Light” from Tangled) played during the fireworks show. I had sent him a YouTube link ahead of time so we could pinpoint the cue together, and when that music started, the magic happened. It was actually so moving my eyes started sweating! 🥲
Why You Need a Photographer Who Specializes in Disney Fireworks Cruise Proposals
Photographing proposals like this..at night, on a moving boat, with fireworks overhead definitely is not a beginner-level shoot. This is where expertise makes all the difference!
We use high-performance low-light gear, customized camera settings, and real-time coordination with the boat crew to make sure your images are sharp, beautifully lit, and full of emotion. No missed moments. No blurry memories.
This kind of proposal is intimate and cinematic and your photos should reflect that.
A Disney Proposal Experience Worth Traveling For
The couple flew in from New England just for this trip, and the fireworks cruise from the Disney Contemporary Resort marina was the perfect setting. Private, romantic, and free of theme park crowds (super rare!) this is hands down one of the most special ways to propose at Disney.
Whether you’re a local or traveling to Orlando, we’ll make your moment feel one-of-a-kind, with custom planning, location expertise, and storytelling photography that lasts a lifetime.
Planning a Surprise Proposal on a Disney Fireworks Cruise?
Whether you’re dreaming of a Disney fireworks cruise engagement, looking for a stealthy proposal photographer in Orlando, or just want help figuring out exactly when & how to drop to one knee–I got youuu.
I’ll help you plan, prep, and pull it off perfectly.
👉 Click here to start planning your Disney proposal with me!
Thinking about popping the question with fireworks? I’ll bring the camera–you bring the ring. Let’s chat!