Elope away with us

‘Elope Away’ is Christchurch and North Canterbury’s most popular elopement package choice. We’re fun, original, affordable, and so easy to work with!

Elope away with your greatest love, embracing your freedom of choice: marrying where you want, when you want, and with the handful of guests you want!

Not only do you get me as your elopement celebrant, but I work with a range of talented elopement photographers, to ensure there’s always someone available for your beautifully relaxed, stress-free elopement.

Andrea Kewish Photography

Photographer Andrea Kewish and I have been working together on elopements throughout Christchurch and North Canterbury for five years. I call her my favourite little pocket rocket but she thinks it’s super inappropriate, and I’m still trying to figure out why… She’s got a cheeky little grin and quick wit to match! What’s not to LOVE!


Robin + Andie

Once you meet Robin + Andie you will quickly become comfortable and at home in their company. The loveliest souls and takers of ‘Wedding Photos With Good Vibes ™️.’ The duo can also act as your two legal witnesses! How brilliant is that!


Chaznel Steenkamp Photography

When Chaznel stepped in at the very last minute for one of my elopements – her work completely wowed me! We now have several elopement packages we work on together, including our Paradise Elopement and Vineyard Escape.


Kirsten Smart Photography

The sweetest woman with an incredibly creative eye. You’ll love North Canterbury-based Kirsten’s contagious positivity and you will leave your elopement feeling so happy – and you’ll be even happier when you see your images!


WHY CHOOSE AN ELOPEMENT?

Throw away the rule book of organising a big, traditional wedding by choosing to elope!

We LOVE elopements because we LOVE FUN!! The idea of whisking a couple away with their nearest and dearest fills our hearts with so much joy!

Here are some reasons people choose to elope: because it’s an utterly authentic, ‘just us’ experience; intimacy and intention; less family drama (someone had to say it – ha!); valuing experiences over stuff; far less stress and anxiety; less planning; and life is meant to be an adventure – so why not elope away for the love of fun! And each other!

All you need to do is:

  • set a date
  • pick a spot to elope away to
  • organise a couple of witnesses (who also love fun)
  • choose something to wear
  • apply for your marriage licence

And we’ll take care of the rest!



THE DETAILS:

  • maximum of 10 adult guests (anymore and it becomes a wedding)
  • personalised ceremony (Kineta will help you write your vows)
  • elopement certificate with your witnesses signatures on it
  • photos during ceremony
  • up to 1 hour of photos onsite (this includes the ceremony)
  • a sneak-peek of images within two business days of your elopement
  • full online gallery with free downloads of your elopement images

Price: $1299*


VENUE IDEAS:

Elope with us anywhere with a view, beautiful atmosphere, or somewhere that means something to you.

Here are some cool locations to consider, but inevitably the choice is yours:

  • Pines Beach Forest
  • Waimakariri River
  • Ashley River
  • Ashley Forest
  • Waikuku River Mouth
  • Matawai Park, Rangiora
  • Darfield Forest
  • Bottle Lake Forest
  • Actually, any forest makes for awesome pics!
  • Halswell Quarry
  • Godley Head
  • Sign of the Bellbird

Some things to consider when choosing a location:

  • is it private enough? Will the public walk through your ceremony?
  • what’s the light like? If the area is too exposed to the elements (sunlight/sea) then you may not get the best photos
  • is it sheltered enough? If it’s too windy your guests won’t be able to hear the ceremony
  • do you need to book your location with the council?
  • what is your wet-weather back-up option?

PACKAGES:

We’ve also got some beautiful elopement packages that might suit you too!


MEET YOUR VENDORS!

Kineta Booker Celebrant

Andrea Kewish Photography
Andrea Kewish Photography
Krystle Photography
Krystle Photography
Christchurch Elopements
Chaznel Steenkamp Photography
Robin + Andie
Kirsten Smart Photography

*THE FINE PRINT:

  • $1299 is our elopement package starting price for your celebrant and photographer. Depending on where you decide to elope to, mileage may be charged on top of that at the current IRD rate.
  • If you’re booking two photographers (ie. Robin + Andie) – who can also be your two witnesses, the package price is $1699. This includes your celebrant, too! (Mileage may also be charged on top of this.)
  • The price does not include your official marriage licence/certificate.
  • If you just want a celebrant, Kineta is still available to officiate elopements.
  • There is a $300 non-refundable deposit to book your elopement with us.
  • There’s a four-week turnaround for receiving your online gallery of images.
  • Please do not bring seating (unless someone requires a seat), as you will need to book the space and it ultimately becomes an organised wedding, rather than a care-free, relaxed elopement.
  • Some public spaces – such as gardens and parks, may require consent from the local council. It’s generally fine for elopements – as it’s certainly not a big ceremony and there’s just a handful of us onsite, but there are places you can not get married – such as the Rose Garden at Mona Vale and other spaces. It is your responsibility to check out this page.

LET’S CHAT!