Lake Tekapo Elopement
Helping couples elope in New Zealand's Alpine Lakes District
Tekapo | Pukaki | Mt.Cook
Now booking 2026 + 2027
For peak Lake Tekapo Lupine Season book between 20th November - December 10th
Wild Union Co is here to make your elopement dreams come true.
Lake Tekapo area is one of the most scenic locations in New Zealand and rightfully so with Lupines and the Dark Sky Project; it's the perfect place for an adventure of a lifetime!
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All inclusive elopements starting at
Half Day $5149
Full Day $6649 (incl. Astrophotography)
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Photography + Content Creation + Planning + Coordinating + Celebrant
"Chaznel assisted us in organising everything we needed for our elopement and was on board with any of the silly ideas we had to have some fun.
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She is an amazing human being that will make you feel at ease and comfortable from the moment she speaks with you."
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- Jamie + Kiri, Lake Tekapo
The details:
Vendors:
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Photographer + Content Creator
Planner + Coordinator
Celebrant
Epic Locations
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Want to elope by yourselves with no guests?
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Legally in New Zealand you need two witnesses at your ceremony to sign off on your paperwork, at Wild Union Co we can provide witnesses for you.
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Or you can include up to 10 of your own guests.
How it works:
Step 1:
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Choose your photography coverage, your elopement location, celebrant option, and your date.
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Step 2:
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Fill in your contact details and any extra notes that we might need to know or ask us any questions.
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Step 3:
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Chaznel will get back to you within 48 hours confirming your booking with an invoice with a deposit required to secure your booking. Bonus both your contracts and invoices are accessible in one place, keeping things simple and easy!
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Disclaimer: Bank transfers won't incur a additional fee, but online card payments will incur a processing fee
Navigation:
Bookings available all year round!
Lake Tekapo Lupins flower at their best between
20th Nov - 10th Dec
Service Details + Meet your Vendors
The brainpower behind the whole operation
Planning/Coordination + Photography + Content Creation by Chaznel Photography
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From the moment you book your elopement Chaznel will contact your celebrant and book them for your special day. She will be your point of contact throughout the whole process, connecting you with any other vendors and being the direct message relayer. You will be put into contact with your celebrant to personalise your ceremony vows as well.
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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 day chauffeuring to scenic photo locations​
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Sneak previews of photo + content creation 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
New Zealand Elopement & Micro Wedding Photographer, Content Creator & Planning Coordinator
Jade Whaley
Timaru based Celebrant
Jade will guide you through all the legal bits and planning your ceremony with her expertise. She'll marry you in dreamy locations just the two of you or with your guests (up to 10 only).
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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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Add-on option for personalised love story ceremony
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Travel to ceremony locations (Lake Tekapo + Lake Pukaki) included
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Legal requirement support
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Meetings via email, phone, text, social media
"Chaznel was absolutely wonderful. She organised everything for us and was so easy to work with. We can’t recommend her highly enough!"​
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- Jarlath + Karen, Lake Tekapo
FAQ's
How many guests can I have at the elopement?
This elopement allows for the bride and groom and 10 guests.
How many hours can we book the photographer for?
You can book Chaznel the photographer for either 4 hours or full day coverage. If you require multi-day coverage please note that in the booking form when building your package.
Can we add multiple scenery photo locations?
Yes absolutely you can, the beauty of Mackenzie Country is the variety of nearby scenic spots so we don't even have to travel super far for stunning views. During the planning process Chaznel will compile of locations for your scenic portraits ensuring you have a variety of stunning photos from your day!
Can we book a zoom call before we book an elopement?
Yes of course! Simply book your zoom/phone call here and let me (Chaznel) know of any questions you'd like to discuss during the call or pop over to our Instagram and message Chaznel directly there.
When is the best time for lupins?
The best time for lupines are mid November to mid December (we always suggest November 20th - December 10th. Although Lupines can continue until January in a good season (note that the fields in flowers later in the season are not next to Lake Tekapo).