A short ferry, a slower pace, and vineyards by the sea.
Island calm, just a short ferry from the city.
Waiheke Island is a relaxed escape just a short ferry ride from Auckland, known for its natural beauty, its beaches and its celebrated vineyards. Whether you prefer a beachfront ceremony or a vineyard backdrop, the island blends easy accessibility with a genuine sense of getting away from it all.
For couples who want a wedding that feels like a holiday, this is where it begins. Some of our most loved ceremonies have happened on the sand at Oneroa, at quiet Church Bay, and on the lawns of the island's renowned wineries. The decision is never about choosing 'small'. It's about choosing what matters.
Two ways to say “I Do” on Waiheke.
Island Shore Ceremony
Exchange vows on the sand at Oneroa, Little Oneroa or Church Bay, with clear water and the relaxed feel of the island all around you.
Winery Lawn Wedding
Say your vows among the vines at a celebrated estate like Batch Winery or Man O' War, with sea views and a glass of something local.
An island designed for love.
Six quiet reasons couples keep choosing Waiheke: the beaches, the wineries, the rustic charm and how easy it is to reach.
A Short Ferry from Auckland
All the feeling of an island escape, without a long or difficult journey.
Oneroa & Church Bay
Beautiful, sheltered beaches make a natural and relaxed ceremony setting.
Celebrated Vineyards
Estates like Batch Winery and Man O' War offer vines, sea views and great hospitality.
Beautiful All Year Round
The island's mild climate makes for a stunning setting in any season.
Rustic Charm
A blend of natural beauty and laid-back character runs through the whole island.
Effortless Planning
We handle the details so you can simply enjoy the day.
The lake was so still it felt like the world was holding its breath for us.Ana & Tom · Queenstown · April 2025
From first hello to "I do".
From the first message in your inbox to the moment your ring catches the light over the water, your day moves through four quiet steps. We handle every detail, so you only have to arrive.
A long, no-pressure conversation about who the two of you are, what you don't want and the moment you would quietly choose.
We draft a bespoke sketch with location options from an island beach to a winery lawn, a celebrant we trust and a photographer whose work makes you feel something.
Your package carries the legal marriage service, an NZ registered celebrant, two witnesses, professional photography and videography, hair and makeup, your bridal bouquet and boutonniere, a fine dining experience for two and a dedicated elopement representative. Every thread, carried so you don't have to.
And the day unfolds the way the best days always do: gently, exactly itself and over far too quickly.
"We came to Waiheke thinking we'd booked a wedding. What we got was an entire morning of our lives placed gently in someone else's hands — and a photograph we'll grow old underneath."Maia & Jack · Cecil Peak · November 2024
A few quiet moments in Waiheke.
So, where shall we elope you?
Within a day, we'll write back with a thoughtful sketch of what your Waiheke elopement could look like, from a quiet island beach to a vineyard by the sea.