ELOPING IN ICELAND – ICELAND ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER VIDEOGRAPHER & PLANNER
Howdy, 🤠👋 we’re Samuel & Karly, your award-winning Iceland elopement photographer videographer & planner team.
A lot more than just Iceland elopement photographers.
We’re your complete experience creators.
Not only will we create EPIC photos and video for you, but we’ll help you plan the whole thing too.
Most importantly, we make it all FUN.
Think of us as Iceland elopement wedding ninjas, or Jedi. “Wedi” even.
They provided us with great direction and their calm nature made us feel comfortable in front of the camera.”
THIRD EYE COUPLE 🕉 SARA & CHRIS
“THE ADVENTURERS GUIDE TO THE GALAXY”
MAGICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
- WHAT DOES ELOPE MEAN?
- WHAT IS AN ICELAND ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT?
- REASONS TO ELOPE
- WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE ICELAND ELOPEMENT EXPERIENCE
- HOW TO ELOPE
- ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT TESTIMONIAL
- BEST PLACES TO ELOPE IN ICELAND
- BEST TIME TO VISIT ICELAND
- ICELAND ELOPEMENT TIPS
- ULTIMATE ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT CHECKLIST
- HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ELOPE IN ICELAND?
- ICELAND ELOPEMENT PACKAGES & PRICING
- ICELAND ADVENTURE SESSION PACKAGES & PRICING
- ADDITIONAL ICELAND ELOPEMENT PLANNING RESOURCES
- ALLTRAILS – ICELAND HIKING & LANDSCAPE INFO
- BEST PLACES TO STAY IN ICELAND
- ICELAND ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT WEDDING VENDORS
- ADVENTUROUS ICELAND TOURS
- OFFICIALLY GETTING MARRIED IN ICELAND
- AIRPORTS IN ICELAND
- ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PLANNING GUIDES
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PLANNING GUIDES
- HOW TO ELOPE – 17 STEPS TO PLAN YOUR DREAM ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT WEDDING
- WHERE TO ELOPE – 217 BEST PLACES TO ELOPE IN THE US (AND WORLD) IN 2021
- ELOPEMENT DRESSES – 17 POINT ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT WEDDING DRESS GUIDE
- ELOPING WITH FAMILY – 17 CREATIVE WAYS TO INCLUDE FAMILY IN YOUR ELOPEMENT
- ELOPEMENT CEREMONY – TOP 17 THINGS TO CONSIDER TO PLAN THE PERFECT CEREMONY
- HELICOPTER ELOPEMENTS – HOW TO PLAN THE PERFECT HELICOPTER ADVENTURE
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENTS ARE THE FASTEST GROWING WEDDING TREND IN THE WORLD
SO…WHAT DOES ELOPE MEAN ANYWAY?
Here’s what elopement has previously been defined as;
- Elope (e·lope) – run away secretly in order to get married, especially without parental consent. run away to marry. run off/away together. slip away. sneak off. run off/away with a lover.
So things have changed…
The definition of elopement has evolved in the wedding photography space as;
- a “just us,” or intentional intimate wedding experience with only the closest of family and friends (and us of course.)
WHAT IS AN ICELAND ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT?
Simply put, an Iceland adventure elopement is an outdoor intimate wedding experience immersed in it’s native wonders and Parks epic beauty, which focuses entirely on YOU and YOUR PARTNER.
WHY SHOULD I ELOPE?
HERE’S THE TOP 7 REASONS TO ELOPE:
- You want a “just us” experience that focuses on intimacy and intentionality
- You don’t want to plan a party for hundreds of people
- You want to avoid family drama
- You want way less planning and stress
- You value authentic moments over material things
- You want truly EPIC photos and video
- You want an adventure!
This intentional experience focuses completely on you and your partner.
There are epic alternatives to planning a massive party for hundreds of people.
Each year, more and more couples are choosing to enjoy an adventure elopement or small intimate wedding experience.
Get married how YOU want to.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM AN ICELAND ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY VIDEOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE?
We’ll hang out and create epic images in a land of pure fantasy.
There’s even several movie locations you can choose from for your Iceland elopement wedding.
The experience can be as rugged or luxurious as you’d like.
All levels of adventurers are welcome, even if you’ve never traveled, hiked or camped a day in your life.
There is an Iceland elopement adventure for everyone.
This is a 100% inclusive experience.
Iceland elopements have many forms.
It could be atop massive cliffs against the sea, amongst a towering waterfall, or on a glacier accessible only by helicopter. It could even be inside an ice cave.
The options for your big day are absolutely magical.
Karly and I are here to help you every step of the way.
VISUALIZE YOUR DREAM ICELAND ELOPEMENT EXPERIENCE
Consider the details of the most epic day of your life…
- Where are you two? Whats around you? What kind of epic scenery do you see?
- Mountains, cliffs, glaciers, ice caves, black sand beaches?
- Is the sun setting? Is it rising? Is there a golden or amethyst horizon?
- What is your partner wearing? An all black suit, a black wedding dress, a fairytale white wedding dress with a long train flowing in the wind on a canyon’s edge?
- Do you envision a rocky beach ceremony at sunset? Followed by a nighttime bonfire Airbnb reception?
- Imagine exploring this new world for DAYS before and after your amazing celebration.
YOU DESERVE THIS.
WE’LL MAKE PLANNING YOUR ENTIRE ICELAND ELOPEMENT EASY
From the moment you contact us we’re going to help you plan the best Iceland elopement experience possible.
Planning aspects like travel, food, lodging, weather, back-up plans, park permits, photography permits, marriage license, guests, timeline, ceremony, reception, vendors, wedding and adventure attire, equipment, how to leave no trace, and so on.
Helping plan also means ensuring you’re choosing the right photographer.
Choosing a photographer for your most intimate and sacred day should be done with the utmost care. Not only will you be with them (us) for up to 12 hours on the wedding day, but you’ll be in close contact through the whole process, from planning to post, and even for years after.
Especially when we create the adventurers bond.
HOW TO PLAN AN ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT IN ICELAND
- CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER
- This one’s easy. 😉 And we’re videographers too! Even easier. =)
- CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT LOCATION AND DATE
- We’ve combined these two elements because they are very interdependent. The time of year will dictate what the best choice for your location will be and vice versa. We’ll provide you with the best possible option based on your personal interests;
- National Parks rich with mountains, canyons, forests, glaciers, lakes, or deserts.
- We’ve combined these two elements because they are very interdependent. The time of year will dictate what the best choice for your location will be and vice versa. We’ll provide you with the best possible option based on your personal interests;
- SAVE YOUR ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT DATE
- Once we’ve discovered the most epic location and date for your adventure we’ll complete the retainer step of the booking process to save your date and make it official!
- BEGIN PLANNING YOUR ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT EXPERIENCE
- Now we’ll work through curating the finer details of the adventure elopement experience.
We’ll make all of this EASY.
We’ve also created a more in-depth how-to guide on the 17 Steps to Plan Your Dream Adventure Elopement Wedding.
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT TESTIMONIAL
“Best Adventure Elopement Photographer and Videographer on the Planet”
“Samuel and Karly of ThirdEyeSamuel exceeded our expectations in every way and gave us a truly unique experience, while capturing the events so eloquently. They are true masters of their craft; not just in their ability to take beautiful and artisitic photos, but their professional communication skills, creativity, vibrant energy, humor, and product turnaround time. We cannot express enough how happy we are to have chosen ThirdEyeSamuel to share this occasion with.
If you’re looking to hire one of the best Adventure Elopement Photographers and Videographers look no further!”
THIRD EYE COUPLE 🕉 JACOB & CHELSEA
WHERE ARE THE BEST PLACES TO ELOPE IN ICELAND?
ICELAND WATERFALL ELOPEMENT LOCATIONS
– Goðafoss WATERFALL – WATERFALL OF THE GODS
– Skógafoss WATERFALL
– SELJALANDSFOSS WATERFALL – CAN WALK BEHIND
– GLYMUR WATERFALL
– GULLFOSS WATERFALL
ICELAND BEACH & LAGOON ELOPEMENT LOCATIONS
– REYNISFJARA BLACK SAND BEACH
– Dyrhólaey SEA CLIFF
– Jökulsárlón ICEBERG GLACIER LAGOON
– DIAMOND BEACH
ICELAND NATIONAL PARK ELOPEMENT LOCATIONS
– THINGVELLIR NATIONAL PARK
ICELAND GLACIER & ICE CAVE ELOPEMENT LOCATIONS
– Vatnajökull – lARGEST GLACIER IN EUROPE
ICELAND CANYON ELOPEMENT LOCATIONS
– Fjaðrárgljúfur CANYON
BEST TIME TO VISIT ICELAND [JUN-AUG]
June through August is our recommendation for the best time to visit Iceland.
If you can, definitely elope during the week. This will avoid the crowds and offer you the most private experience.
Always book as far in advance as possible when holding a ceremony at a National Park.
For the most beautiful photos and video we recommend sunrise and sunset.
And if you’re still considering other locations for your adventure elopement wedding…
[217 Best Places to Elope in the US and World]
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT TIPS
THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT CHECKLIST
- Visualize the scenery with your amazing partner
- Mountain, desert, glacier, forest, lake, beach, cave, cliff, canyon, mid-air…space?!
- Craft perfect combination of location and date with planner
- Elopement planner (us) — we 📋
- Photographer (us) —— really 📷
- Videographer (us) ——- make 🎥
- Officiant (us) ——————this 🤠
- Witnesses (us) —————easy 🤩
- Create back-up(s) for your location and date
- Acquire permits and/or reservations
- Obtain marriage license
- Travel & lodging (Airbnb is amazing)
- Adventure equipment
- Florist – fake or real either way they’re gorgeous, bouquets adventure well too! 💐
- Cake (cupcakes?) 🧁 cupcakes adventure well
- Decor – maybe you want a giant hexagon wedding arbor
- Rings – the sacred symbol of eternal union! 💍
- Wedding dress & attire – appropriate to the adventure
- “Spells” / Vows – cast them, freestyle them, write them, say them 3 different times if you want
- Invitations – or maybe it’s “just us”
- you can also hold a separate time and place to invite your friends and family
- Ceremony – on a glacier only possible by helicopter? 🚁
- Reception – maybe a cliff-side bonfire or airbnb party
- Honeymoon (a week of exploring your epic destination?)
- Announcement – “shout from the mountaintops…” literally? ⛰
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ELOPE IN ICELAND?
Elopements in Iceland typically cost anywhere from $7,000-$20,000+ including the photography and videography.
This is considerably less than the average wedding.
The average wedding in the United States costs approximately $34,000.
The main difference is that you’re investing in an experience for fewer people, which in turn leads to a much higher quality experience for each person.
A major factor of this higher quality experience is enjoying a multi-day adventure elopement + honeymoon. Imagine a week long adventure as newlyweds in an absolutely magical location. EPIC.
We highly recommend investing 3-7 days to fully explore and appreciate your epic destination.
You can even hire a photographer (🤠🏴☠️) for multiple days, to document even more of your amazing story.
Get married the way YOU want to. 🏴☠️
ICELAND ELOPEMENT PACKAGES & PRICING
Iceland Elopement Packages
Photo + Video Iceland Elopement Packages Can Include:
- 4+ hours photo + video coverage with Samuel & Karly
- Hi-res images showcased, delivered and downloadable in professional online gallery
- Highlight video 5-10 minutes with vows and/or music
- Highlight video 1 minute for social media with vows and/or music
- GoPro personal POV video
- Drone aerial photo / video (location + weather permitting)
- Large print sized appropriately for your living space
- Adventure Elopement planning
- Second Photographer / Videographer
- Adventure equipment provided
- Vendor & Location recommendations
- Tea ceremony
- Lifelong adventurers friendship
Iceland Elopement Pricing
The 4+ Hour Iceland Elopement Photo + Video pricing starts at $5117. Photo only starts at $3417.
We do not charge for travel (Van-life perks 🚐).
We offer fully customizable packages.
Iceland Adventure Sessions: for Engagements, Proposals, Trash the Dress, Anniversaries, Vow Renewals, Couples (and any reason you can dream up because they’re epic)
Iceland Adventure Session Packages
Photo + Video Iceland Adventure Session Packages Can Include:
- 2 hour photo + video coverage with Samuel & Karly
- Hi-res images showcased, delivered and downloadable in professional online gallery
- Highlight video 3 minutes with music
- Highlight video 1 minute for social media with music
- GoPro personal POV video
- Drone aerial photo / video (location + weather permitting)
- Large print sized appropriately for your living space
- Adventure Session planning
- Second Photographer / Videographer
- Location recommendations
- Lifelong adventurers friendship
Iceland Adventure Session Pricing
The 2 hour Photo + Video Iceland Adventure Session pricing begins at $3417. Photo only begins at $2617.
These sessions are designed for engagements, proposals, trash the dress, anniversaries, vow renewals, couples, and simply because they’re epic and should be enjoyed for any reason you can possibly dream up.
Like our elopement packages, the adventure sessions are also fully customizable.
We had the most amazing time with Samuel and Karly at our adventurous ‘Trash the Dress’ photo shoot. Wearing my wedding gown in an epic outdoor location while suspended in the sky was an experience of a lifetime! Samuel and Karly at ThirdEyeSamuel are THE best Adventure Elopement Photographers and Videographers, and I cannot recommend them enough. They went above and beyond to create an unforgettable experience and authentically captured every moment on camera.. from multiple angles, too! I will forever cherish this day and the many beautiful images and videos <3”
THIRD EYE COUPLE 🕉 CHELSEA & JACOB
ICELAND ELOPEMENT PLANNING RESOURCES
ICELAND LEAVE NO TRACE [LNT]- MINDFUL ADVENTURING
May these Iceland elopement planning resources serve you in the highest ways.
ALLTRAILS – ICELAND HIKING & LANDSCAPE INFO
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BEST HIKES IN VATNAJOKULL NATIONAL PARK ALLTRAILS
BEST HIKES IN SKOGAFOSS ALLTRAILS
BEST HIKES IN THINGVELLIR NATIONAL PARK ALLTRAILS
BEST HIKES IN NORTHEASTERN ICELAND ALLTRAILS
BEST HIKES IN DETTIFOSS WATERFALL ALLTRAILS
BEST HIKES IN GODAFOSS WATERFALL ALLTRAILS
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN ICELAND AIRBNB
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN ICELAND AIRBNB
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN ICELAND VRBO
ICELAND ELOPEMENT WEDDING VENDORS [CREATORS]
PHOTOGRAPHY – THIRDEYESAMUEL
VIDEOGRAPHY – THIRDEYESAMUEL
PLANNING – THIRDEYESAMUEL
OFFICIANT // ICELAND ELOPEMENT WEDDING OFFICIANT – INGA STRAUMLAND
ADVENTUROUS ICELAND TOURS
ICELAND GLACIER TOURS
ICE CAVE ICELAND TOURS
ICELAND HELICOPTER TOURS
ICELAND NORTHERN LIGHTS TOURS
OFFICIALLY GETTING MARRIED IN ICELAND
GUIDE TO GETTING MARRIED IN ICELAND
ICELAND MARRIAGE NOTIFICATION
*ALSO NEED PASSPORTS // BIRTH CERTIFICATES // CERTIFICATE OF MARITAL STATUS // LEGAL STAY DOCUMENTS
AIRPORTS IN ICELAND
KEFLAVIK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
ICELAND AIRPORT LIST
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PLANNING GUIDES
We thank you for flying ThirdEyeSamuel Iceland Airways. May this information find you well and assist you in your elopement wedding planning journey.
