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Zoe & Blair | Queenstown Elopement Wedding Photography

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A Queenstown Elopement to Remember

When Zoe and Blair decided to elope in Queenstown, we felt like it was the perfect way to celebrate their relationship. They kept things simple, but with an adventurous twist. Starting the day at their accommodation, Zoe got ready, while Blair eagerly waited for the first look by the lake. It was one of those moments where everything felt just right—the water, the mountains, and his bride standing there in her all-white gown. Right after that, they hopped into a helicopter to Tyndall Glacier for a pre-wedding shoot. The backdrop of snow-capped mountains made their photos look like something out of a fairytale. The bouquet Zoe carried popped against the white scenery, adding a nice touch of color to the shots. After the glacier shoot, we headed to Cecil Peak where their celebrant, Fiona Ward, was waiting for them. There, surrounded by the stunning beauty of Queenstown, they exchanged vows in what had to be one of the most sincere ceremonies we’ve ever seen.

Queenstown Wedding Photography by Nomad Weddings

What really made the day special was the team of suppliers that helped pull everything together. First of all, flying to a glacier? That’s not your typical wedding move. Nomad Weddings captured every moment, from the raw emotions to the epic landscapes, and you could tell they genuinely cared about making the couple’s day unforgettable. Meanwhile, Fiona Ward, their celebrant, made the ceremony feel intimate and personal, despite the vastness of the mountains around them. It’s moments like these where the suppliers become more than just vendors—they’re a big part of the experience, making sure the day goes off without a hitch. And when you’re eloping in a place as magical as Queenstown, having a solid team is everything.

Getting Ready

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First Look at the Lake

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Pre-wedding shoot at Tyndall Glacier

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Ceremony at Cecil Peak

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Queenstown Wedding Planners

At Nomad Weddings Queenstown, we offer full service Elopement Packages inclusive of celebrants, bridal makeup, seasonal flowers, photography and video. For more info on our packages, please click this link to our packages.