Lake Tekapo: A Slice of New Zealand Paradise. Where Nature's Wonder Meets Romance.

'Tekapo Lakeside Love' Elopement Package ~ Mon to Thur from $1,849.00 - $2,259.00*

​Celebrant + Photographer Package
invite ​up to 8 -10 guests

A + F November Elopement | Photo: Agnes Grace Photography

Simple - Intimate - Beautiful
​marriage celebrant + photographer package

Nestled in the heart of New Zealand's stunning Mackenzie Basin, Lake Tekapo is a truly magical place to say "I do."

With turquoise waters framed by the majestic Southern Alps, this region offers breathtaking views in every season.

Tekapo's natural beauty, from summer lupins to winter snow-capped peaks, provides the perfect backdrop for your intimate wedding,

And don't forget the world-class stargazing—this International Dark Sky Reserve offers some of the clearest night skies on Earth.

​What you need to do:

• decide on your weekday date (Monday to Thursday excludes  public holiday)
• book in your elopement package, sign your contract and make your first payment
• order your marriage licence
• organise two witnesses and invite up to 8 guests  ( 10 in total with couple)
• choose any optional add-ons like florals, cupcakes or maybe you want a venue ?
• relax and enjoy your wedding day 

​*** Friday,  weekends, public holidays, Christmas/New Year period prices start from $1999 ~ $2899.00

M + L travelled from Australia | Lakeside Love Elopement in March | Photo: Kate Baron Photography

​Celebrant only available for $599.00  if you don't need photography
👇 Full package details at the end of the page

Angela + Strawn Tekapo Elopement Package | Photo + flowers + cupcakes | Photographer: Kate Baron Photography

I feel incredibly blessed to have found Jade. We were about to give up on a New Zealand wedding when I found Jade.

With less than a one-month notice and knowing we only had about a four-hour window at Lake Tekapo to perform the ceremony, Jade made it work for us! She brought a gorgeous bouquet and co-ordinated an amazing photographer, Kate Baron Photography.

It could not have gone more perfectly! Her words were thoughtful, loving, and inspiring and we will forever be grateful for making our day so special.
Angela + Strawn |  USA

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'Lakeside Love' Celebrant + Photographer from $1,849.00*

S + J spring elopement | Photo Kate Baron Photography

Your  Monday - Thursday package includes:

• celebrant* ~ 10 minute Elopement Ceremony
• photography* ~ one hour of professional photography to capture your ceremony and special moments (*additional time available--pricing may vary based on the photographer)
• location ~ one-hour booking  at Tekapo location for your elopement ceremony and onsite photos. ( out of Tekapo travel may apply)
• package co-ordinator ~  to help  everything runs smoothly, so you can relax and enjoy your day.

Let's make your elopement, simple, stress-free, and unforgettable. **Two hours Photography plus celebrant from $2390.00

​*** Friday,  weekends, public holidays, Christmas/New Year period prices start from $1,999 ~ $2,899.00

👇 All package details at the end of the page

Why Choose Lake Tekapo? 

H + J amongst the Lake Tekapo lupins in September | Package: Celebrant + Photographer + Florals + Cupcakes | Photo Beth Lambourne Photography

Whether you want to exchange vows among the famous Lake Tekapo lupins or with the Southern Alps as your backdrop, we'll make your elopement stress-free and unforgettable.​

• Natural Beauty: Stunning landscapes, colourful lupins, and serene alpine scenery.
• Activities for All: Enjoy hot pools, hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, or scenic flights.

The location is central to many scenic places. Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's tallest peak, is just an hour's drive away and only a 3-hour from Queenstown or Christchurch.

I can organise and bring your wedding bouquets or buttonholes or wedding cupcakes, at an extra cost.

Start planning your Lake Tekapo wedding today! 
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Have another location in mind?
No problem we travel all over South Canterbury, Mackenzie District, Mt Cook, South Canterbury,  Otago and Central Otago

Wanting a private venue?
Checkout out my beautiful elopement packages for Morelea Lake Tekapo , or in South Canterbury Kingsdown Manor or Stonebridge in Geraldine

Stunning landscape. E + L March Elopement | Photo: Kate Baron Photography

'Tekapo Lakeside Love' Optional Add-ons

If you want more sparkle, I have some amazing vendors who can join the party.

Blooming Love

Small seasonal bouquet or buttonhole from Floral Harvest | Photo is example of bouquet at H + J elopement

Small Seasonal Fresh flower bouquet and buttonhole from Floral Harvest, Timaru
Exclusive price only with this package

Small Bouquet/buttonhole 
Special Offer For You!

​*I will bring with me

Sweet Love

Millie will surprise you with your wedding cupcake creation | Photo from Millie Rose Boutique and is an example only

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Exclusive Designer Wedding Cupcakes from Millie Rose Boutique, Timaru
 Exclusive price only with this package
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Price Per Cupcake
​Special Offer For You!

* Not available Sun or Mon. No Gluten free option

All You Need To Know

The Important Details ~ Timaru Love Elopement Package
Planning your perfect elopement is easy with my Timaru Love Elopement Package. 
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Availability

• Days: Monday to Thursday (excluding public holidays)
• Times: Ceremony times between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM
• Weekends: Jade is available as a celebrant for limited weekend elopement bookings. Photography costs are higher on Fridays, weekends, and public holidays. 

Pricing + Payment

• Package Prices: All prices are in NZD and include GST for vendors who pay GST.  Prices may vary depending on the photographer. You will sign a contract with your photographer with their T + C's
• Securing Your Date: A $500 non-refundable payment and signed contract are required.                                 ***For overseas payments, transactions are handled via WISE, and the couple covers all associated fees***
• Balance Payment: Due in full one calendar month before your wedding day

Ceremony Details

• Guests: You may have up to 8 guests (babies not included in this count).
• Arrival Time: Arrive 15 minutes before your ceremony.
• Rehearsals + Equipment: No rehearsal or microphone is included with this package.
• Photography Extras: Pre-arrange for an additional 30 - 90 minutes of photography if needed (additional payment required).

Photography Timeline

• Sneak Peek: Receive a sneak preview of your photos within 3 days.
• Final Gallery: All photos delivered within 45 business days (details confirmed in the photographers contract).

Additional Notes

• Marriage Licence: The $183.00 licence fee and certificate fee is not included in the package. Apply and pay directly to the Department of Births, Deaths and Marriages. Apply  ONLINE here 
• Travel: Package includes travel within Tekapo Township or lupin field. Travel charges apply for locations outside this area.

Make Your Day Effortless. This package is designed to help you have a stress-free, intimate, and beautiful celebration of your love. Secure your date today and start planning the elopement of your dreams.

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Signing the paperwork, Dr + Mrs C, from Australia | Lakeside Love Elopement | Photo: Jade

On the edge of the lake sits the Church of the Good Shepherd, a stunner of a church first built in the Mackenzie Basin in 1935. Recommended as some of the best star gazing in the world | Church of Good Shepherd | Photographer: Unknown