Mt.Paradise Elopements
Elope atop a private mountain via 4WD or Helicopter Flight. It's the perfect location in Culverden region for your special day!
Now booking 2027
All inclusive 2 hour elopement starting at $4400
Photographer, iPhone Videos, Celebrant, Mt.Paradise, 4WD Tour, Planning, Coordination
The details:
Photographer + Content Creator
Planner + Coordinator
Venue
Private Mountain Access by 4x4 or
Scenic Heli Flight
Floral Options
Catering Options
Cake Options
Celebrant
Hair + Makeup
Couples Only - No guests
Witnesses will be provided
How it works:
Step 1:
Choose your photography + content creation coverage and build your elopement or micro wedding package on top of that in the booking form.
Step 2:
Fill in your contact details, ideal date, and any extra notes that we might need to know or ask any questions.
Step 3:
We will get back to you within 48 hours confirming your booking with an invoice with a deposit required to secure your booking for the 2027 season. Bonus you only deal with two contracts (one photographer + one vendors) and invoices (all accessible in one space), simple and easy!
Disclaimer: Bank transfers won't incur a additional fee, but online card payments will incur a processing fee
Navigation:
"Chaznel was so fantastic! She organised everything down to the smallest details and it was amazing! As two people who don’t normally like being in front of the camera she made us feel so comfortable and the resultant photos are everything!"
- Matt + Kate, Mt. Paradise + Loch Stock Lodge
Service Details + Meet your Vendors
The brainpower behind the whole operation
Planning/Coordination + Photography + Content Creation by Chaznel Photography
From the moment you book your elopement or micro wedding Chaznel will contact all your requested vendors and book them for your special day. She will be your point of contact throughout the whole process, connecting you with your vendors by being the direct message relayer. You will be put into contact with your celebrant to personalise your ceremony vows as well.
Photo + Content Creation coverage includes:
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Photography and Content Creation coverage (choose between Half Day or Full Day coverage)
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Complimentary elopement or micro wedding day chauffeuring to scenic photo locations
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Sneak previews of photos within 24 hours
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Full online photo gallery + content creation delivered within 4 weeks
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Unlimited 24/7 logistics, planning, coordinating support
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Unlimited vendor communication support
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Magazine Photobook designed and printed after final gallery delivery
Chaznel Photography
Award Winning New Zealand Elopement Photographer, Content Creator & Planning Coordinator
Loch Stock Lodge
Guy + Sam
Venue + Accommodation Host
Mountain access:
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1 hour private access for ceremony + couples portraits
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Couple only - witnesses will be provided
Travel options:
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4WD tour up Mt.Paradise
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Scenic Helicopter Flight
Wandle Garden Co
Lucy
Flower Farmer + Designer
North Canterbury grown seasonal florals - available throughout September - May
Bridal bouquet + boutonnière:
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One gorgeous bridal bouquet - created personally to suit your desired aesthetic
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One bespoke boutonnière
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Delivery of bouquet + boutonnière to Loch Stock Lodge included
Waipara Hills Helicopters
Flight:
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Flight to Mt.Paradise
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Option to add a second trip for 2 guests/celebrant to join you on top of the mountain
Paige's Pantry
Paige
Fresh, Real + Local Ingredient Baker
Cakes:
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Carrot cake with classic cream cheese icing
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Chocolate mud cake with raspberry filling and swiss meringue buttercream
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Lemon & Poppy cake wiith lemon curd filling and swiss meringue buttercream
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Vanilla cake with raspberry filling and swiss meringue buttercream
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Elopement cake - for 2
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Delivered by Chaznel
Loch Stock Lodge
Sam
Grazing + Buffet Catering Extraordinaire
Grazing box for two:
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Includes grazing snacks for two
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Incl. delivery to Loch Stock Lodge
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Dietary requests welcome but may incur a small extra fee
Phoebe Voice
Hanmer based Celebrant
Ceremony includes:
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Personalised ceremony vows
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Modern Ceremony Script - option to add prayers or short readings
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Travel to Loch Stock Lodge
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Legal requirement support
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Meetings via email, phone, text, social media
When you book and have paid your deposit you will be contacted by Phoebe to start the ceremony personalisation and legal requirement process.
Shelby's Styling Beauty
Shelby
Hair & Makeup Artist
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Bridal Hair and Makeup services
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Travel fee to Culverden area - $230-$300 depending on exact location of accommodation
FAQ's
How many guests can I have at the elopement?
None, the Mt.Paradise elopements are designed for couples only. The photographer and the 4WD driver or heli pilot will be your witnesses on the day.
What time of year is the best to book this elopement for?
Any time of the year, each season offers a different scenery. During winter there are chances of snow high up on Mt.Paradise as well as on the surrounding mountains.
How long does it take to 4WD up Mt.Paradise?
It takes about 30 minutes each way. The total time of this elopement is 2 hours long.