Lupins in Summer, Snow-capped Peaks in Winter, Golden Grass and Stoney Shores; Lake Tekapo (Takapō) has it all!

​2025 'Lupin Elopement' dates currently available:
11 and 17  December 2025

'Tekapo' Elopement Package ~ Mon to Thur 'just for you' price from $1,949.00*

​Celebrant + Photographer + Elopement Co-ordinator Package
invite ​up to 20 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 for this special price:

• decide on your weekday date (Monday to Thursday excluding  public holiday)
• book in your elopement package, sign your contract and make your first payment
• order your marriage licence
• invite up to 20 guests 
• 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 on request

Package Details

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

Lupin Love - Lake Tekapo 

2025 'Lupin Elopement' dates currently available:
11 and 17  December 2025

Marry in one of New Zealand's most breathtaking locations, surrounded by the stunning wild lupins of Lake Tekapo. Jade Wedding Celebrant | Photo: Focus Photography

What are you waiting for?
​marriage celebrant + planning + packages

The semi-famous Lake Tekapo lupins!  A quick online search will reveal some stunning photographs - often featuring wedding couples. This is where I come in.

Every summer, the South Island of New Zealand transforms into a vibrant wonderland with lupins in a stunning array of colours, including blue, purple, pink, orange, yellow, and white. 

To catch the lupins in full bloom at Tekapo, the best time to see them is between mid Nov to early January 
Late November to late December offer the most vibrant displays. 

​Celebrant only, planning and packages available
👇 Prices glance below

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 coordinated an amazing photographer.
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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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'TEKAPO Love' Celebrant + Photographer from $1,949.00*

S + J spring elopement | Photo Kate Baron Photography

Your  Monday - Thursday package includes:

• celebrant* ~ 10-minute personalised  Elopement Ceremony between 10am to 4;00pm
• 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 the Tekapo location for your elopement ceremony and onsite photos. ( out of Tekapo travel fee may apply)
• package co-ordinator ~  to help everything run 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 $2499.00

Package Details

​*** Friday,  weekends, public holidays, Christmas/New Year period prices on request

👇 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 Mackenzie District, Aoraki Mt Cook, South Canterbury,  Otago and Central Otago

Wanting a private venue?
Check 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

Optional Add-ons

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

Blooming Love

H's wedding bouquet as part of their elopement package

🌸  Fresh Florals 
A bouquet can say so much. Whether you want something wild and whimsical or sweet and simple,

​I'll organise seasonal bouquets and/or buttonholes just for you.

• Fresh flowers from trusted local florists
• Bouquets (small or large) and buttonholes are available
• I'll bring them to your ceremony, no  extra running around for you

The photo shown is from Hazel + Oners' elopement; your florals will be uniquely yours.

Sweet Love

Perfect sweet option to celebrate your elopement! Minimum order of two. Comes in a cardboard box.

🧁 Designer Cupcakes
Treat yourselves (and maybe your guests) to something gorgeous and delicious.

• Cupcakes are crafted with love by a professional baker 
• Flavours and designs are a surprise from the baker- each one is a little masterpiece
• Perfect for a mini celebration after your ceremony

Each cupcake batch is bespoke.

** No Gluten-free option. Not available on Mondays

let's connect 

Your stress-free, love-soaked elopement
Perfect for romantics, introverts, second-time-arounders, and anyone who wants to get married in a meaningful, memorable way, without the big crowd or big cost

For more information about my packages and celebrant services, please fill out this form.

​Please complete all the questions to let me know the date(s) you have in mind.

Contact Information
E:  [email protected] 
T: 027 251 9300
A: Queen Street, Timaru, South Canterbury

Signing the paperwork, Dr + Mrs C, from Australia |Lake Tekapo 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