Wedding package
Lake Tekapo Lupin Elopement
A turquoise-lake ceremony framed by the famous summer lupins — one of New Zealand's most magical settings.
A wedding among the lupins
For a few short weeks each summer, the shore of Lake Tekapo erupts into a sea of lupins — purple, pink and blue against the turquoise water and the mountains beyond. To marry here, in that fleeting colour, is one of the most magical experiences New Zealand has to offer.
I arrange your ceremony location, celebrant, licence, flowers and photography, and time everything to the bloom — so all you have to do is arrive and marry.
What your day looks like
- Your day begins calmly at your Lake Tekapo accommodation.
- You travel to a chosen lupin spot, where your ceremony takes place quietly among the flowers.
- Photography continues through the lupins and around the lake, guided by the light and weather.
- The pace stays relaxed, with space to simply be present together.
Prices are indicative and confirmed with your personal proposal.
A glimpse of the day
Frequently asked questions
When can we have a lupin wedding?
The lupins bloom from around mid-November to mid-December, occasionally lingering into early January, though timing varies year to year. It's a short, popular window, so book well ahead. Lupin ceremonies are ground-access only — no helicopter needed.
What does the package cost?
The lupin elopement package starts from NZ$6,800, with everything listed included — flowers, hair, makeup and photography, timed to the bloom. Your personal proposal confirms the exact figure for your date.
What if the lupins have a poor year?
Nature keeps her own calendar, so I watch the bloom closely and adjust your ceremony spot to wherever the flowers are best. Morning and late-afternoon light are both lovely — and I'd suggest staying in Tekapo so the day is unhurried.
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With love, from New Zealand
Ready to plan your Lake Tekapo Lupin Elopement?
Tell me your story and what you have in mind. I’ll personally guide you every step of the way — the same as I have for couples from around the world since 1999.
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