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Eloping in Iceland is magical. In this BEST Ultimate Guide on how to elope in Iceland, you will learn the best time of year to elope in Iceland, how much does an Iceland elopement cost, and more.
The Iceland Elopement that once felt like a far fetched dream was here, happening, and they couldn’t have been more at peace and wonder They had always wanted to be true to their unconventional, non-mainstream ways and have an adventure wedding.

This Iceland Elopement Survival Guide will give you everything you need to get started planning your elopement in Iceland!

If you've decided to elope in Iceland, you've already taken a big step towards creating a unique and unforgettable experience as this little island in the North Atlantic is one of the most unique, stark, and breathtaking places on the entire planet. But with so many details to consider for not only your elopement but taking a trip here to this foreign land, planning an elopement can quickly become overwhelming- especially if you're not familiar with our country's terrain, the seemingly unpredictable weather, or our culture.

Getting ready to elope in Iceland can be both exciting and overwhelming.

As someone who’s been in the wedding and elopement industry for going on 18 years, I’ve seen both sides of wedding planning- planning a large, conventional wedding and planning an Iceland elopement abroad. I can tell you first hand that planning an elopement is FAR less stressful and WAY more fin than planning a conventional wedding filled with guests the couple typically doesn’t really know, managing family and friends expectations, and paying for shit they don’t even want.

Which, if I were to guess, is exactly why you ended up on this page- because you also decided to say ‘absolutely not’ to planning the big conventional wedding day and ‘yes-so-fucking-lutely’ to the elopement planning, instead.

Iceland is the best place to elope. I know as an Iceland local, expert, and elopement photographer I might be a little biased, but, it really is. An Iceland Elopement is something you MUST consider if you are an adventurous couple who loves being outdoors and traveling. Scenery and people unlike anywhere else on the planet. It’s SO worth it!

Want to inject some adventure into your wedding day? Learn the best elopement hikes in Iceland and put an adventurous twist on your plans.

You are coming to Iceland to elope, but hat burning question is there: ‘Where to Elope in Iceland’?? How do you pick when there are so many amazing landscapes? You are now engaged (or, almost), you know you want to elope in Iceland, but, you aren’t sure where because there are so many places in such a tiny country!

One of the biggest decisions you can make after the big proposal is whether to throw a full-scale wedding or save those hard earned dolla bills and elope instead. There is no right or wrong answer, as long as you do what feels right. Over the years however, more and more couples have been choosing to elope for a variety of reasons.

Planning your Iceland honeymoon? It’s not just one of the world’s go-to destinations for elopements, it’s also one of the raddest places in the world to explore on your honeymoon.

So you want to Elope but want to know what other kid of bride attire is out there besides just a gorgeous white gown? Well I have 6 Alternative Wedding Dresses on the blog today! From color to vintage, to capes and knits, you won’t want to miss this one if you are looking for an alternative wedding gown for your day.

The first reason why you should have a First Look on your Elopement is that if you and your fiance are getting ready in different locations. Maybe you two are more traditional and haven’t moved in together yet. Maybe you two want all the anticipation of seeing each other for the first time all done up in your wedding attire.

It’s no secret, adventure elopements are my favorite thing in the world. There’s something so specialabout two people that love each other declaring their vows to each other and only to each other. I know I’m biased, but I think elopements are the best type of wedding and there’s so much you losewhen you don’t elope. 

Your adventure elopement is an intimate affair, and my wish for you is that your family understands your reasons for doing it this way. I get it —this isn’t “traditional”, but who says your wedding has to be? And who says you can’t make your own traditions as you go along? I say your wedding should be all about you, your partner, and your love together!

There’s something so special about an elopement in Iceland that is just the couple, in a private and meaningful ceremony, overlooking a beautiful fjord.
I started photographing weddings almost 20 years ago (what, how) and I’ve been involved in my fair share of wedding days. Over 300, actually. I’ve been a part of weddings with 650 guests, down to just the usual 150 to 200 guests. I’ve been side-by-side with the couples in every type of wedding from the super-luxury where the flowers alone cost over 6-figures (yes, over $100,000 on flowers), to micro-weddings in quirky breweries, to weddings in theme parks.

Fun two day elopement in Iceland on Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Sometimes just one day of photography in the EPIC landscapes of Iceland is simply not enough for your Iceland elopement.

Iceland Elopement in a Glacier Cave in South Iceland.
It’s no wonder eloping to Iceland has become a popular choice for Adventurers eloping from all over the world. I have couples who come here from Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand, all the way to China. With its unique and beautiful landscapes, it's easy to see why! If you're considering eloping in Iceland, consider doing it in a glacier cave! Glacial caves are truly a one-of-a-kind experience that you won't find anywhere else in the world. Here are some things to think about when eloping in a glacier cave in Iceland.

Libby and Tripp’s South Coast Iceland Elopement had everything (and more) that I’ve come to expect when shooting on the south side of the island—the epic scenery of the South Coast of Iceland, constantly changing weather, and an ever-changing playground of possibility.

An adventure-style elopement photo session in Glen Coe, Scotland which is part of the Scotland Highlands. These ended up being some of my favorite photos, they’re absolutely breathtaking!

This private Kirkjufell Mountain Elopement in Iceland was the perfect balance of laid-back and low key mixed in with big-sky romance.

Steph & Shane chose to rent out an entire CASTLE for their elopement! The Culzean Castle, in Scotland. They had a private ceremony, just the two of them, in the castle gardens. Having been friends for many years before they admitted to having secretly fallen in love with one another, eloping in a castle made perfect sense!

The black church in Budir is a classic Iceland elopement choice and was perfect for this adventure micro wedding elopement with a traditional ceremony including their family and friends.

When a pair of wedding videographers reached out to me to photograph their Reykjanes Iceland Vow Renewal, I was ecstatic. Some people get nervous when other professionals in their industry want to book a session but I freaking LOVE it. Brandi & Josh, in true wedding professional fashion, even brought and set up their video equipment to film their sweet vows as they reaffirmed their love for one another.

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Iceland is one of my top 5 favorite places on the planet. It was perfect for Lindsay & Ryan’s Adventure Elopement. It has #allthethings and it is absolutely breathtaking no matter what kind of weather we are having that day.

Reykjavik Harbor was the perfect place for Anne & Chris’ Elopement. As an Adventure Elopement Photographer & Planner, I love helping to find the perfect place that will capture your own personal love story.

Ayaka & Andrew knew that Snaefellsnes and the Londrangar Lava Pillars would be the most epic location for their Iceland Elopement. These two were incredibly sweet on each other, we had so much fun together during their wedding day, and they were 100% game for ALLLLL the adventure on their day.

Iceland elopement at the little black church in Búðir on the Snæfellsnes peninsula in Iceland was one for the books. It was off-the-charts-hard-to-top, and I mean it.

Danielle & Cynthia’s Iceland Elopement at Secluded Waterfall is on the blog today, and it’s a beautiful one.

Something these two really wanted to still do even though they weren’t having a traditional wedding was to make sure they had special details for their wedding day.

I love how Rena & Chad trusted me 100% to be their Photographer for their Iceland Elopement in Secret Canyon. When we were rained out of our first location, they knew that where ever else I had in mind to go would embody these two and their love completely.

Eloping in Iceland is a complete dream for couples fearlessly in love who come from all over the world. I love being an Iceland elopement photographer and being able to take the couple on an adventure that will change their lives from there on out.