Tekapo Weddings - Lake Tekapo

New Zealand's Lake Tekapo has some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. That is why the area has become one of the most popular locations for weddings in the world, both for New Zealanders and for people from abroad.

There is a vast choice of wedding venues in the Tekapo area and we only mention the popular ones.
Being a small community, the village facilities are flexible. Think of an idea for your special day and have it come true in Tekapo.

Church weddings
Naturally the Church of the Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo has captured the hearts of brides and grooms all over the world.
The church is located only metres from the teal blue waters of the lake and provides spectacular views that are remembered by visitors for the rest of their lives.
The church's interior matches its natural surroundings with its traditional wooden pews, exposed ceiling beams and a large window behind the altar that provides romantic views of the lake and mountains beyond.

Only ministers of religion can perform wedding services in the church.

Garden weddings
Tekapo has become a popular location for garden weddings. The stunning scenery that surrounds the lake has drawn many to tie the knot in some of the beautiful gardens within the village.
Marriage celebrants live locally and can provide you with a day you will enjoy.
Potential venues include Parkbrae and the historic Mount John Homestead.

Glacier weddings
Only a short distance from Lake Tekapo are the Southern Alps and the spectacular glaciers that weave down the valleys below them.
An increasing number of couples are choosing to take their wedding party and celebrant by helicopter up on to these glaciers to say the their vows in the presence of some of nature's most spectacular wonders.

Marriage Proposals
Don't limit your romantic experience of Lake Tekapo to marriage. Why not start it all with a proposal in one of the most beautiful areas of New Zealand.
If your romantic nature is adventurous, why not charter an aircraft and propose high over one of the peaks of the Southern Alps around sunset.

Visit our Accommodation page to view a selection of accommodation providers for your special day.

Visit our Dining page to view contact details for potential wedding breakfast venues.

Marriage celebrants

Mackenzie Co Op Parish Office - Church bookings Address: PO Box 34, Fairlie 7949 Phone: +64 3 6858389 (office is often unattended) Fax: +64 3 6858185 E-mail: church11@laketekapo.net.nz    (See note below) Note: Contact the Mackenzie Co Op Parish ministers in Fairlie to book the Church of the Good Shepherd. The Tekapo church is extremely popular and early bookings are essential, especially during busy periods. The Mackenzie Co Op parish is small and the office only operates part-time. Replies to emails WILL take several days to be responded to. Please be patient. To prevent SPAM we change the above address every 12-24 months. For this reason, we suggest you don't add it to your address book. Revisit this page to find the up to date address. The Mackenzie Co Op is also responsible for churches in Fairlie and Burkes Pass. The Church of the Good Shepherd is a "living Church" for the small population of the Lake Tekapo area and, due to the number of tourist that visit the Church the parish has to employ guides to be able to keep the Church open. Only ministers of religion can perform marriages in the churches.

Marriage celebrant Name: Jennifer Rayne Address: PO Box 122, Lake Tekapo 8770 Phone: +64 3 6806607 Fax: +64 3 6806691 E-mail: rayntek@xtra.co.nz

 

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Wedding support

Alpine Horse and Carriage Services Address: Godley Peaks Road, Lake Tekapo Phone: +64 27 5444880 E-mail: maht@xtra.co.nz Description: Add a wonderful finishing touch to your special day with horse drawn transport to and from the ceremony. A great finishing touch to your wedding photos.

 

Photographers

Simply Inspired Name: Bev Bell Address: 102 Opihi Gorge Rd, Fairlie Phone: +64 3 6858546 or mobile +64 27 4583865 E-mail: simplyinspired@maxnet.co.nz Description: Bev Bell enjoys photographing people in this incredible part of the globe. Capturing the love that is shared between a couple is what makes wedding photography so special.

Stu Jackson photographer   Name: Stu Jackson Address: Timaru Phone: +64 27 4342372 E-mail: stu@photographs.co.nz Description: Stu Jackson is very popular in the Tekapo area as a wedding photographer. Whether it be a church, or mountain top wedding, Stu can record your special day for you.