If you’re thinking of eloping in New Zealand we are your destination elopement experts. Based in the country’s adventure capital of Queenstown, we are serious about capturing your small wedding story in a personal and unique way. Couples from all over the world choose us to capture their elopements for our unique style and because we’re awesome to have around on your big day. Whether you come from Auckland, Christchurch or even outside of New Zealand our elopement videography packages have been refined to suit your individual needs and are the perfect way to share memories with those who can’t be there with you to celebrate. Every elopement is unique and whether you choose to elope on a mountaintop in Wanaka or a glacier in Fiordland, we’ll be there to capture it all in stunning detail. Our goal is to make your elopement into the best film ever so you can cherish all the moments big and small.
How to Book
Option 1: The Whole Nine Yards (Most Popular)
FEATURE FILM COVERAGE
$4,695
You get two filmmakers, which means double the amount of footage from multiple cameras (including some jaw dropping angles from our drone) for us to transform into your cinematic masterpiece! We’ll also weave professional quality audio from your ceremony throughout your film to really make your memories come to life and create your own unique story.
What’s Included:
- 4 hours coverage
- 2 filmmakers
- Drone footage
- Social Media Teaser
- Ceremony Film
- Highlight Reel with vows audio
Option 2: When Harry Met Sally
SHORT STORY COVERAGE
$3,195
You’ll have one filmmaker with you to cover the best moments of your day, including some spectacular drone footage so you can show off the incredible landscape you got married in. They’ll even sign as your witness if it’s just the two of you!
What’s Included:
- 4 hours coverage
- 1 filmmaker
- Drone footage
- Highlight Reel
When you enquire with us, we will tell you if your date is available or not. We will also send you a brochure which outlines the packages in more depth as well as additional add ons such as same day edits, guaranteed delivery date, extra hours and more. Looking for something more bespoke? We’d love to hear about what you have in mind and we’ll do our best to accommodate you or steer you in the right direction.
Most couples opt to have their elopement fully planned and inclusive of other services such as hair and makeup, a celebrant, helicopter tour and photographer. If this sounds like your jam, we are happy to recommend other partners to ensure your big day goes smoothly and exceeds your expectations. For those wanting to have a video-centric elopement with minimal fuss, we can arrange a helicopter and celebrant for you.
Once you decide that an elopement film is right for you, we will work with you to craft your story. We start by getting to know you as a couple and getting a sense for what kind of film you’re after and what fits best with your plans. We love to hear all about how you met, what brings you to Queenstown for your big day and anything else you want to share (embarrassing anecdotes are welcome but not required). On the day, we take a relaxed approach to ensure you’re comfortable and looking fabulous on film. Throughout the day we get to know you a bit better and witness your story in action. Having the experience with you on the day as well as what we chat about prior gives us inspiration for how to best reflect you both in your film.
We tailor each film around the couple so if there’s high energy and elaborate dance routines on the day, you can bet we’ll be keen to showcase that in all its glory. If the day is a bit more mellow, we’ll probably choose some different music and pacing (unless of course you request techno jazz throughout the ceremony). The day always goes by quickly and then we get to work hand crafting your film in post production.
The editing process involves going through all the footage in detail, establishing a story, adding some cinematic flare, choosing the best licensed tracks and of course applying our famous colour grade skills. This part takes the longest and since we know that waiting for your film can feel like an eternity, we do offer faster delivery options. Once we finish your final film, we send you everything in downloadable form so you can relive the day and share it far and wide.
FeaturedFilms
“It was absolutely perfect. We cannot thank you both enough for making our day even more special. I’m not sure that I mentioned to either of you before, but your work was our inspiration to elope instead of having a more traditional aka boring wedding”
Philip + Lisa
Queenstown Elopement
Season: Winter
Location: Earnslaw Burn + Lochnagar + Madagascar Beach + Mt Crichton
Package: The Whole Nine Yards
Jodie + Sydney
Queenstown Elopement
Season: Winter
Location: Mt Crichton
Package: The Whole Nine Yards
“We could never put into words how grateful we are for picking Toast, and we recommend that anyone who wants a top of the line video, an amazing team and a great time does the same.”
“We got teary-eyed… everything is so great! Thank you so much! YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST!”
Nick + Zyruss
Queenstown Elopement
Season: Spring
Location: Trelawn + Skippers Canyon
Package: The Whole Nine Yards
Scott + Kady
Queenstown Elopement
Season: Winter
Location: Lochnagar + Isobel Glacier
Package: When Harry Met Sally
“The video is awesome! Thank you so much. Just in time before we head home to the states. Our friends and family are going to love it!”
“It’s amazing to have something so special to look back on. We received our video faster than expected which was an extra bonus!”
Amy + Chris
Fiordland Elopement
Season: Autumn
Location: Lake Erskine + Madagascar Beach
Package: The Whole Nine Yards
Cliff + Bea
Queenstown Elopement
Season: Summer
Location: Bayonet Peak + Queenstown Gardens
Package: When Harry Met Sally
“Just watched the video and I am beyond words. You have surpassed our expectations. That colour grading is a killer!”
“OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!!!!! That was so fast and unexpected! We’ve just watched it like 10 times in a row, it’s amazing. Thank you so much for capturing our day and producing this perfect video.”
Becki + Kye
Queenstown Elopement
Season: Summer
Location: Cecil Peak + Bayonet Peak
Package: The Whole Nine Yards
Jenna + Jarrod
Queenstown Elopement
Season: Summer
Location: Earnslaw Burn + Remarkables
Package: The Whole Nine Yards
“We laughed the whole time and wished the day didn’t go by so fast. We really can’t say enough good things about our experience.”
“Thank you so much for the video, we love it ! We watched it once and once and once again, it is so impressive and recalls my memories of experience in that amazing day!“
Ray + Doris
Queenstown Elopement
Season: Autumn
Location: Trelawn
Package: When Harry Met Sally
Jessie + Andrew
Wanaka Elopement
Season: Summer
Location: Coromandel Peak + Wanaka
Package: The Whole Nine Yards
“Our wedding video is insane! We absolutely love it and they captured the fun and relaxed vibe of our day so well. These guys are definitely worth spending on, we couldn’t be happier!”