Best Pre-wedding Photography Spots in New Zealand 2016
Editors' Choice
Wild, intimate, pure and mostly unadorned, New Zealand is undoubtedly the perfect romantic place…
Editors' Choice
Wild, intimate, pure and mostly unadorned, New Zealand is undoubtedly the perfect romantic place…
Wild, intimate, pure and mostly unadorned, New Zealand is undoubtedly the perfect romantic place for pre-wedding photoshoot. The colourful wildflowers in Spring, the blue sky and beautiful lakes in Summer, the golden leaves in Autumn, the snow mountains in Winter, New Zealand offers many stunning picturesque views all year around. Here are our picks for the best pre-wedding photography spots.
Arrowtown is one of the most picturesque settlements in New Zealand with its beautiful tree-lined streets. It is a green canopy in Summer and a stunning display in Autumn.
The Church of the Good Shepherd
The Church of the Good Shepherd in Tekapo with a starry sky has become a magical fairy-tale spot for an amazing pre-wedding photo.
Cornwall Park is a haven a tranquillity in the heart of Auckland. The Park features fine specimen trees, beautiful garden beds and panoramic summit views.
Coromandel Peak, also known as Mount Roy, has been the location for many award-winning wedding photos over the years. Its unique combination of vast mountain and lake views has made it the most popular heli location in Wanaka.
Have your pre-wedding photo taking in the enchanting village of Hobbiton is truly amazing for the Hobbit fans!
Lake Tekapo is an idyllic alpine spot due to its breath-taking scenery. The beautiful turquoise blue lake against the backdrop of the Southern Alps makes it extraordinarily dramatic for pre-weddings.
Lake Wanaka is best known for its crystal-clear waters and stunning surrounding mountain landscape. The autumn colours and its lake reflections create a stunning backdrop.
The sea is a lovely teal colour.The sand is soft and white.With interesting exposed rocks and beach grass on sand dunes, Mangawhai beach is a pretty cool place for pre-wedding photo shoot.
With white snow and dark mountain top, this remote location offers a perfect frame for a unique, romantic, dramatic, and dynamic shoot.
Also, known as the Dove Myer Robinson Park, the gardens contain over 5000 roses which create a blaze of colour throughout summer and autumn. The 'white garden' is also a popular venue for weddings.
Te Anau is a small town on the eastern shore of Lake Te Anau. It is the gateway to wilderness. Along the road to Milford Sounds, there are plenty of secret valleys and rivers to create spontaneous, candid and authentic images.
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At 1428m /4700ft, The Ledge is a stunning place, high up in the mountains with incredible views overlooking the great Lake Wakatipu. The big cliff drops on 3 sides is perfect for amazing photos.
The dramatic Remarkables mountain range is the perfect backdrop for pre-wedding photo. There is always surprises you can find around any corner.
The super yachts, the beautiful sea and the timber decking, Western Marina truly represents Auckland as the City of Sails.
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