The landscape and serenity of the Mount Cook Mackenzie area lends itself to special weddings in spectacular locations.
There are many wedding locations to choose from, including beautiful churches, lovely gardens, windswept tussocklands and spectacular glaciers!
The most popular wedding venue in the area is the lovely Church of the Good Shepherd, on the shores of Lake Tekapo. Built in 1935, the pretty stone chapel is on the shores of Lake Tekapo and has awe-inspiring views from the altar window. The church seats up to 60 people and is available only for interdenominational Christian weddings and blessings, conducted by licensed clergy.
Civil ceremonies can be held in many spectacular locations, but a venue fast growing in popularity is on top of a glacier in the Mount Cook National Park! Transported by helicopter or snowplane, with or without a wedding party, your celebrant can marry you in a pristine environment on top of the world.
Below is a list of some services that may be of help in planning your Mackenzie wedding, and don't forget to take a look at our Wedding Photo Gallery - showcasing some of the best photographers in the area.
The Wedding Company specialises in weddings in New Zealand for couples from around the globe and are your personal wedding consultants for weddings at Lake Tekapo and Aoraki Mt Cook.
Donna is an internationally renowned wedding planner and can take the stress out of your wedding. Contact Donna or visit the website for more information.
Based in Tekapo, Jenny loves to help create an individual memory for couples choosing to marry in a truly unique and special location. Talk with Jenny about available ceremonies or create your own words to express your love for each other.
Mackenzie District's one and only professionally trained and qualified photographer, Pip operates from Lake Tekapo but is willing to travel afar. Only the latest professional equipment is used and prices are competitive. Wedding photography that is modern and artistic. Friendly relaxed and professional coverage.
Michele has awesome people skills and has been a professional photographer since an early age, raised in a family business totally involved in the art of portrait and wedding photography. Michele’s love of the region and joy in sharing it with others gives her the opportunity to capture special images for each couple.
I don't yell, I don't ask for unnatural poses. What I do is give you a story in images of your wedding day. All images taken with a professional digital camera. I work with your budget.
With full salon facilities available in Fairlie, Debby is available to come to your hotel in Tekapo to cater to the bridal party's hair requirements. Pre-wedding consultations are also available.
Based in Fairlie, Helen can travel to Lake Tekapo to attend to bridal makeup requirements. At Helen's Fairlie clinic you can also indulge in treatments such as massage, facials, waxing, manicures and pedicures.
Nikki offers a mobile sevice to wherever the wedding party may be within the Mackenzie District. She is also able to offer acrylic nail extensions, which look amazing for the wedding ring photos, and spray tanning, which is best done a couple of days prior to the wedding.
Ruth is available to design your chosen traditional or contemporary bridal bouquet, flowers for the bridesmaids, corsages and/or buttonholes. The floral designs for the church and reception venue can be prepared and transported to Lake Tekapo or alternatively Ruth is happy to travel to Tekapo to design them in situ.
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Venues and Catering
The Old Mountaineers Cafe
In Mount Cook Village - suitable for wedding receptions (restaurant is closed so venue is private).
Opawa Homestead
Near Fairlie - large historic homestead offering a great venue for a garden wedding - catering and accommodation are available.
Eat Deli and Bar
Modern deli/restaurant and bar in Fairlie. Has a large mezzanine floor and balcony (seats up to 50) available for private functions, or the entire venue may be hired out for a function for up to 110 people. Menus can be tailored to client's wishes. Bright, fresh and modern decor with a sophisticated yet casual feel.
With 62 rooms, a restaurant, and a fantastic location on the shores of Lake Ohau, this is a great venue for a smoothly run event.
Up to 85 people can be seated in the restaurant, and the team at the lodge can help to arrange a JP to preside over the ceremony. Drinks, nibbles and a choice of mains and desserts are available and there is no venue charge. A band or music can be arranged for after the ceremony so that guests can dance the night away.
Discovery Tours can also provide catering and transport for small intimate alpine picnics - perfect for a unique wedding. For more information see the attached document:
The only flightseeing company able to land within the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, so the only company able to take you to your dream wedding on the Tasman Glacier.
