Our Heli Elopement Gallery

Our gallery showcases real heli elopements set across the breathtaking landscapes of Queenstown & Wanaka. Each story is captured with care, highlighting intimate moments, cinematic helicopter experiences, and the quiet beauty of exchanging vows in extraordinary, remote locations. All photos in this gallery were taking by our Wedding machine & Wonder Weddings Team

Bride and groom landing on a snow-covered Lake Erskine summit for their dream heli elopement.
Bride and groom kissing in front of a helicopter at Coromandel Peak during their unforgettable heli elopement.
Bride and groom popping champagne in front of their helicopter on Cecil Peak for an unforgettable heli elopement.
A bride and groom walking down a grassy hillside overlooking a lake and mountains, with a cloudy sky overhead.
A bride and groom holding hands on a hillside with a lake and mountains in the background, under cloudy skies.
A couple walking hand in hand along a narrow path on a hilltop overlooking a large lake or river surrounded by mountains under a cloudy sky.
A bride and groom standing hand in hand on a hill overlooking a large lake and mountainous landscape under cloudy skies.
A wedding ceremony taking place outdoors by a lake, with mountains and snow patches in the background. The bride and groom are holding hands, and a officiant is reading from a book. Two of the wedding party members stand to the left.
Bride and groom holding hands during wedding ceremony outdoors near a body of water, officiant smiling and reading from a book between them, mountainous landscape in background.
Person holding an open wooden box with rings inside, outdoors.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss by a mountain lake with snow-capped peaks in the background.
A bride and groom stand on a rocky shore by a large turquoise lake, with snow-capped mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background, celebrating their wedding.
A scenic mountain landscape with snow-capped peaks, a mountain lake, and two people standing on rocky terrain near a helicopter.
A man in a suit and a woman in a wedding dress standing next to aブラック helicopter in an outdoor landscape with mountains, lake, and clear blue sky.
A bride and groom stand on a grassy hillside in front of a black helicopter, with a lake and mountains in the background, during daytime.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss on a hilltop overlooking a large lake, mountains, and a clear blue sky.
Three wooden tiles with engraved initials 'FC', 'DG', and 'JG' placed on a rock, with two small lenses and a '_W' groom badge nearby.
An open wooden box displaying five rings on a rocky surface.
A newlywed couple standing on a hill with a scenic lake and mountain landscape in the background, under a cloudy sky.
A bride and groom celebrating outdoors near a lake with mountains in the background, a helicopter with a camera is nearby, and the groom is opening a bottle of champagne.
A bride and groom in wedding attire sitting on the grass beside a lake, holding glasses of champagne, with a helicopter parked nearby in a mountainous landscape.
A bride with short hair wearing a lace wedding dress and veil embraces a person outdoors with mountainous terrain in the background.
A rugged, barren landscape with sloped, sandy hills surrounding a small body of greenish water.
A woman with dark hair, wearing sunglasses and headphones, smiling while sitting in an aircraft with window view of mountains.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire standing outdoors in a field with tall grass. The groom is kissing the bride on the temple while holding a bouquet of flowers. A helicopter is in the background.
A couple in wedding attire standing in front of a black helicopter in a grassy, hilly landscape.
Black and white photograph of a bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors. The bride has her eyes closed and is holding a bouquet, wearing a white dress and a faux fur shawl. The groom, with disheveled hair, wears a suit with a tie and a boutonniere. A
A newlywed couple standing in a grassy field with a helicopter in the background on a mountain hillside.
A person in a wedding dress making a heart shape with their hands around an ultrasound picture of a baby.
A bride and groom holding champagne glasses together, toasting during their outdoor wedding with a mountain landscape in the background.
A bride and groom celebrating their wedding outdoors with guests throwing flower petals. The bride wears a white wedding dress and veil, holding a bouquet, and has curly hair with a floral headpiece. The groom is in a black tuxedo with a bow tie and
A black and white photo of a bride and groom smiling as they celebrate a wedding. The bride is wearing a floral crown and a dress, and the groom is in a tuxedo. They are surrounded by people throwing confetti in the air, and some guests are visible i
A bride and groom walking together and holding hands at their outdoor wedding, surrounded by smiling guests under a clear blue sky.
A bride and groom walking outdoors after their wedding, surrounded by smiling guests and confetti, during daytime with trees in autumn foliage.
A bride and groom in wedding attire sharing a kiss in front of a vintage black car with a custom license plate, standing outside a stone church with a steep roof and a cross on top surrounded by trees.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire kissing in front of a vintage black car with a floral bouquet on the side, parked in front of a stone church with a steeple, under a clear sky.
A bride and groom stand close together in front of a vintage black car decorated for a wedding, with a church building in the background. The bride wears a white wedding dress and veil, and the groom is in a black suit. They are smiling and looking a
A bride and groom sharing a moment beside a vintage black and white car at an outdoor wedding with mountains in the background.
A bride and groom in wedding attire stand beside a vintage car outdoors in front of a stone church, with mountains in the background. The bride holds a bouquet, and they are smiling at each other.
A bride and groom in wedding attire standing next to a vintage burgundy and white car, outdoors with trees and bushes in the background.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom standing on a log by a river, with their reflection in the water. The bride is holding a bouquet and wearing a lace wedding gown, while the groom is in a dark suit with a boutonniere. They appear to be abo
A bride and groom are standing on a stone platform by the water, gazing into each other's eyes. The bride is holding a bouquet of orange and cream flowers. The background features bare trees and a rustic barrel, with their reflections visible in the
A couple dressed in wedding attire stands near a pond outdoors, holding hands and looking at each other. The bride holds a bouquet, and the groom is helping her with her dress. Trees with bare branches and rocks surround the water, reflecting in the
A bride and groom kissing on a rock by a pond, with their reflection visible in the water. The background features leafless trees and hills, suggesting a fall or winter setting.
A bride and groom holding hands by a pond in a rural setting with a stone building, leafless trees, and rolling hills in the background. The scene is during late fall or winter with clear skies.
A wedding couple, holding hands, walks away from the camera outdoors in a scenic landscape with mountains, trees, and a clear sky.
A bride and groom are sharing a tender moment, with their foreheads touching and eyes closed, under a white veil or fabric. The bride has curly hair adorned with a floral headpiece and is wearing a white wedding dress. The groom is in a black tuxedo
A bride and groom under a veil, looking into each other's eyes during their wedding ceremony on a sunny outdoor day.
A bride and groom close together, touching foreheads with eyes closed during a wedding ceremony, with warm sunlight in the background.
Close-up of a person's face wearing sunglasses, with light-colored hair and facial hair, outdoors in natural light.
Close-up of a person's hand with a silver ring, holding a bundle of sticks or herbs, with sunlight in the background.
A bride and groom stand close together outdoors, sharing a moment on their wedding day near old wooden wagon wheels and in a rural setting during autumn.
A couple dressed in wedding attire standing on a rocky lakeshore, looking at a scenic mountain lake surrounded by steep rocky cliffs and snow patches under cloudy skies.
A bride and groom next to a black helicopter in a grassy field under a blue sky, with the groom kissing the bride's hand.
A man with dark hair and a beard in a gray suit is smiling and holding a small object, standing in front of a woman with light hair styled in an updo and wearing pearl earrings, during a wedding ceremony.
A man in formal attire is sitting on a sofa, leaning forward to put on dress shoes.
A man in a suit smiling and looking to the right, with mountains in the background.
Close-up of a dark pine cone with a shiny diamond ring and a wedding band resting on it, with a paper heart in the background.
A man sits on a beige couch near large glass windows overlooking a mountain range and lake. He is dressed in a white shirt and black tie, looking down and adjusting his shoe. There is a small round table with papers and a box in front of him.
A bride and groom sharing a romantic moment outdoors on a wooden deck with scenic mountains and a lake in the background. The bride is holding a bouquet of red and cream flowers, and both are smiling with their foreheads touching.
Scenic mountain landscape with rugged peaks, a river in the valley, and partly cloudy sky.
A rugged mountain path carved along a steep cliffside, with a dramatic sky filled with clouds and distant mountains in the background.
A bride and groom share a close, intimate moment outdoors near a lake with mountains and patches of snow in the background. The bride wears a white strapless wedding gown and the groom is in a gray suit. The bride holds a bouquet of red and white flo
A bride and groom holding hands standing in front of a helicopter in a mountainous landscape with cloudy skies.
A bride and groom holding hands by a lake surrounded by mountains with snow patches, cloudy sky, and grassy terrain.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss beside a lake with mountain peaks and snow patches in the background.
A smiling man with dark hair, beard, and mustache wearing a green suit with a white shirt and black tie, adorned with a lei made of green leaves and white flowers, standing outdoors against a blurred dark background.
A couple getting married outdoors in a mountainous area by a lake, with an officiant and a person taking photos. The bride is in a white gown with a long train, and the groom is in a suit. The scenery includes snow-capped mountains, a lake, and cloud
A couple getting married outdoors with mountains in the background, a helicopter nearby, and the bride and groom holding hands.
A couple on their wedding day, smiling and touching foreheads, partially surrounded by sheer white fabric with the sun shining behind them.
A black and white photograph of a couple kissing under a large, flowing fabric or veil, with a floral lei around the woman's neck, suggesting a wedding or romantic moment.
A couple dressed in wedding attire standing on rocks near a mountain lake, with steep rocky mountains and clouds in the background.
A couple standing by a mountain lake with snow-capped peaks and clouds in the background, alongside a helicopter on the rocky foreground.
Mountain landscape with rocky cliffs, snow patches, and a lake in the foreground, partly obscured by clouds.
A scenic mountain landscape featuring rugged peaks, a calm reflective lake, and partly cloudy skies.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand on a rocky terrain during sunset with mountains and a lake in the background.
A bride and groom standing on rocks by the water, facing each other and holding hands, during a sunset or sunrise with a cloudy sky in the background.
A bride and groom standing hand in hand on a rocky ledge at sunset, overlooking a cloudy sky and mountains in the distance.
A bride and groom standing on a rocky ledge overlooking a mountain and river landscape at sunset.
A bride and groom holding hands and looking at each other on a rocky ledge overlooking a lake and mountain range at sunset.
A bride and groom standing close together on a rocky mountain ledge, overlooking a landscape of mountains, water, and a cloudy sky.
A woman and a man are reaching across a white wall to clink glasses of wine, smiling.
A bride and groom at their wedding, with the bride adjusting the groom's tie and holding a bouquet of flowers.
A smiling man wearing a gray suit and a green leafy lei, in a close-up outdoor setting during daytime, engaged in a conversation with someone whose shoulder and hair are visible in the foreground.
A bride and groom standing next to a black helicopter decorated for a wedding, outdoors on grassy terrain with cloudy sky in the background.
A bride in a wedding dress holding a bouquet stands on a hill with a lake and mountains in the background.
A couple dressed in wedding attire standing on a mountain ridge, with a helicopter flying overhead and a scenic landscape of mountains and water in the background.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors on a mountain landscape with patches of snow, standing next to a black helicopter.
A couple in wedding attire standing close together outdoors, surrounded by blooming pink and red flowers with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background.
A newlywed couple stands outdoors, gazing into each other's eyes. The groom is wearing a white suit with lace details, and the bride is in a white lace wedding dress. They are surrounded by flowers and a scenic backdrop of hills and a cloudy sky.
A couple in wedding attire sharing a romantic moment outdoors during sunset, with mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
A bride and groom stand on a hill overlooking a large lake with mountains in the background, during overcast weather.
A helicopter flying over a mountain landscape with a couple standing on a small hill, dressed in wedding attire.
A newlywed couple, a man with closed eyes and a woman wearing earrings, sharing a kiss under a sheer veil with floral lace details, outdoors during daytime.
A couple in wedding attire standing on a rocky hilltop in a mountainous landscape with a helicopter flying overhead.
Group of five people dressed in formal attire standing outdoors in a snowy mountainous area with a helicopter nearby, during daytime, celebrating a special occasion.
Snow-covered mountains with a helicopter and people on the snow, beside a small icy lake in a remote alpine area.
A couple in wedding attire standing on a snowy mountain ridge with snow-capped mountains in the background.
A bride and groom standing on snowy ground by a mountain lake with snow-capped mountains in the background, sunny sky, and reflection in the water.
A bride and groom holding hands on a snowy mountain peak with a lake and snow-capped mountains in the background.
Four people in formal wedding attire standing on snow-covered ground in a mountainous outdoor setting, drinking from glasses, with a helicopter in the background.
Several empty glass bottles and a glass on snow, with a visible bottle of cinnamon-flavored whiskey labeled 'Fireball' partially buried in snow.
A group of seven people celebrating outdoors in a snowy mountainous area, with one person holding a bouquet of red roses. They are smiling and raising their arms in a joyful manner.
A couple in wedding attire kissing in a snowy outdoor landscape, with overcast skies and distant mountains.
Group of five people in formal attire toasting with champagne glasses outdoors in a snowy landscape with mountains in the background.
A bride and groom stand next to a black helicopter on a tarmac, with a bouquet of red roses on the ground nearby.
A black and white photo showing a bride and groom holding hands, with the bride wearing a white dress and engagement ring and the groom wearing a suit, attended in a tender moment.
Bride and groom in wedding attire standing next to a black helicopter on snowy mountain landscape with clear blue sky.
A bride and groom holding hands in snow-covered terrain near a fjord, with snow-capped mountains and partly cloudy sky in the background.
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing an intimate moment on a snowy landscape, with snow-covered mountains and a clear blue sky in the background.
A bride and groom holding hands and facing each other on a snowy landscape beside a lake, with snow-covered mountains in the background.
A bride and groom holding hands and walking along a snowy lakeshore, with snow-covered mountains and their reflection in the calm water behind them.
A close-up view of two people holding hands inside an airplane, with one person wearing a wedding ring. The background shows airplane window and seat controls.
A bride and groom standing outdoors in snowy terrain beside a helicopter with mountain scenery and a waterfall in the background.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire walking in a snowy, mountainous landscape with a waterfall in the background. A helicopter is partially visible on the left side of the image.
A couple holding hands standing on a narrow trail atop a mountain ridge with snow patches, overlooking a large body of water surrounded by mountain ranges with snow-capped peaks under a clear blue sky.
A bride and groom in wedding attire embracing each other outdoors on a snowy and grassy hillside with a lake and mountains in the background.
A bride and groom in formal attire celebrate outdoors near snow-capped mountains, spraying champagne in a joyful toast.
A couple dressed in wedding attire holding hands on a rocky outcrop overlooking a lake and snow-capped mountains.
A bride and groom kissing on a mountain overlooking a lake and snow-capped mountains.
A couple dressed in wedding attire standing on a snow-capped mountain peak with a helicopter flying above and mountains and a lake in the background.
A couple in wedding attire standing on a rocky ledge overlooking a body of water in a mountain landscape, with a helicopter flying nearby.
A couple dressed in wedding attire standing on a rocky ledge overlooking a lake surrounded by mountains, with a helicopter flying above them.
A bride and groom standing on a mountain overlooking snowy peaks and a lake, with a helicopter flying nearby against a clear sky.
Close-up of two people holding hands outdoors in a mountainous area with snow and dry grass, with bright sunlight and a clear sky.
Close-up of a hand wearing a large gemstone ring, resting on an open book, with a dark background.
A bride with dark hair styled in an updo, wearing a white wedding dress, holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers with greenery and eucalyptus, and smiling with her eyes closed outdoors.
Close-up of a person holding a bouquet of eucalyptus leaves. The person has manicured nails with a glittery design and wears a diamond ring and a gold ring.
Person holding a bouquet of green and white eucalyptus leaves and stems, wearing rings and a white outfit.
A close-up of a bouquet of flowers including pink roses, white anemones, and pink and purple stock flowers, with greenery.
A bride and groom are standing back to back outdoors, eyes closed, smiling softly, with a background of pink cherry blossom trees.
A bride and groom embrace and smile at each other in front of a blooming cherry blossom tree.
A bride in a white wedding gown stands outdoors under a large cherry blossom tree, holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers, with green grass and a dirt path in the background.
A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of pink, white, and purple roses, standing outdoors near a cherry blossom tree.
A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of pink, white, and purple flowers, standing outdoors beneath cherry blossom trees with pink flowers.
A woman in a white wedding dress and veil standing outdoors in front of pink cherry blossom trees.
A man in a black suit with a white shirt and black tie outdoors, with a background of pink cherry blossom trees.
A bride and groom kissing in a snowy mountainous landscape, with the bride holding a bouquet of pink and white roses.
A bride and groom are embracing in front of snow-covered mountains during their wedding, with the bride holding a bouquet of pink and white roses.
A bride and groom holding hands and walking on a snowy mountain trail during their wedding, with the bride smiling at the camera and the groom holding a bouquet of flowers.
A bride in a white wedding dress smiling at the camera and a groom in a black suit holding her hand while walking on a dirt path in a snowy outdoor setting.
A couple dressed in wedding attire walking hand in hand on a snowy mountain trail, with snow-covered mountains in the background.
A bride and groom kissing outdoors in a snowy landscape with trees.
A bride with dark hair in a bun, wearing a white wedding dress with a sheer shoulder overlay, holding a bouquet of pink, white, and purple flowers with greenery, standing outdoors.
A smiling bride wearing a white strapless wedding dress with floral embroidery, holding a bouquet of pink and white roses with eucalyptus leaves, standing outdoors in a snowy landscape with snow-covered trees in the background.
A bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet of pink, white, and purple flowers, standing outdoors in a snowy landscape.
A woman in a long red dress and beige shoes is twirling in front of a snowy mountain landscape, while a man in a dark suit and red tie looks on.
A woman in a red strapless dress and a man in a suit standing in a snowy mountainous landscape.
A couple embracing in a snowy outdoor landscape, with snow-covered mountains and trees in the background, the woman is wearing a red gown and the man a dark suit.
Snow-covered mountains and valleys viewed through a gap between two blurred foreground objects, possibly people's shoulders or heads.
A woman in a red strapless gown with a flowing skirt stands in the snow with a man in a gray suit, white shirt, and red tie, with snow-covered mountains in the background.
A woman in a strapless red dress with black accents stands in front of snow-covered mountains.
A couple standing hand in hand in a snow-covered mountainous landscape, with the woman wearing a long red dress and the man in a dark suit.
A couple holding hands in a snowy mountain landscape, with one person wearing a red dress and the other in formal attire.
A couple in formal attire, kissing outdoors in a snowy environment. Snowflakes are falling around them.
A couple dressed in formal attire embracing in a snowy outdoor setting, with snow falling around them.
A couple kissing under a wedding veil on a sandy beach.
A close-up photo of a couple with eyes closed, sharing a tender moment, with the man kissing the woman's forehead. The man has short, dark, styled hair and is wearing a tuxedo with a white shirt and dark tie, while the woman has dark hair and is wear
A couple kissing in a grassy field with mountains and blue sky in the background.
A couple holding hands, walking on a grassy hill with mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A person carrying a child on their shoulders in a grassy field with tall snow-capped mountains and partly cloudy sky in the background.
A groom carrying a bride in a white wedding dress across a dry, mountainous landscape during daytime.
A bride in a white lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of white roses, smiling while looking over her shoulder. A groom in a black suit stands nearby, facing away. They are outdoors on a sunny day near water with mountains in the background.
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing a kiss outdoors in a scenic landscape with mountains and a blue sky.
A black and white photo of a smiling bride and groom embracing outdoors. The bride wears an off-the-shoulder lace wedding dress and holds a bouquet of flowers. The groom is in a suit with a boutonniere, wearing a wristwatch. They are close together,
A bride and groom sharing a kiss during their wedding, with the groom in a black tuxedo and the bride in a white lace wedding dress, her hair adorned with a decorative hairpiece.
A close-up image of a man and woman with their foreheads touching, smiling and enjoying a moment together. The man has short dark hair, and the woman has dark hair styled with a hair accessory and pearl earrings.
A bride and groom are lying outdoors with their foreheads and noses touching, their eyes closed, sharing an intimate moment under a flowing white veil on a sunny day.
A bride and groom holding hands and walking towards a lake with a mountain in the background.
A couple dressed in wedding attire holding hands, walking along a lake with mountains in the background and a partly cloudy sky.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom holding hands and running outdoors with mountains and trees in the background.