Written by our rad team member, Kiersten Roy
Kara and Nathan’s Kauai elopement not only took place in one of the most epic elopement locations in the world, but it was also a very special moment to witness. Keep reading to learn more about this couple’s incredible Kauai Hawaii elopement and learn a few important things to know when planning your own elopement in Kauai.
Meet Kara & Nathan: The Couple of This Kauai Elopement
As an adventure elopement photographer, there is nothing quite like photographing your childhood best friend’s best day ever! I (Mollie) have known Kara ever since we were in Kindergarten and, at that time, I never would have dreamed that we would one day be celebrating her wedding day together! Fast forward 20-something years and Kara and Nathan decided to elope (just the two of them) in one of the most magical places in the world – Kauai!
Their elopement day started at their hotel on Kauai’s South Shore. From there, we packed up all our belongings and headed to the rainforest for their first look. On the trail, Kara and I had a full-circle moment as I helped her put on her veil (Kara had done the same thing for me at my wedding a few years earlier). Surrounded by lush greenery, moody skies, and the incredible sounds of birds in the rainforest, Kara and Nathan shared their first look and vows. It was so quiet and secluded, making for such a special moment (seriously – I was all tears!).
After exploring the rainforest, we made our way to Poipu, making a quick stop for burritos at Da Crack (because, duh!). We ended the day at the Mahalo Cliffs area with a beautiful sunset ceremony. As the sun dropped down over the horizon, Kara and Nathan said “I do” giving a perfect ending to a perfect Kauai elopement day.
Want to see more photos from Kara and Nathan’s Kauai Hawaii elopement? Check out this post on Instagram!
Important Information You Should Know When Planning a Kauai Hawaii Elopement
Hawaii Has Many Microclimates
One common misconception about Hawaii is that it is warm and sunny all year-round. While it’s true that Hawaii is a year-round destination that experiences lots of sunshine and warm weather, it is also full of microclimates. What this means is that the weather in Hawaii can vary around the islands so be ready to embrace potential rain and sunshine during your Kauai elopement.
South Shore vs North Shore: Where to Elope in Kauai
Even within the island of Kauai, you can experience different types of weather depending on what part of the island you go to. Kauai’s South Shore tends to have more sunshine and is filled with picturesque rugged cliffs while the North Shore offers more lush, green tropical vibes. While this area is prone to more rainfall, it is more mountainous and has some of the most stunning views on the island!
More Kauai Elopement Inspiration and Resources
There’s nothing quite like a wedding on Kauai! Read this blog to learn all about Katie & Cameron’s adventure wedding, plus 5 things to consider when planning your own special Kauai wedding day!
Planning a Kauai wedding is truly magical, so when Laura and Josh reached out to me about having their intimate elopement on the gorgeous island of Kauai, I couldn’t have been more excited! Kauai has some of the most diverse landscapes. From canyons, to lush forest, sea cliffs, coastlines and of course waterfalls, there’s no shortage of adventures to enjoy on your best day ever! Check out this blog post for the most breathtaking Kauai elopement inspo to help you start dreaming up your day!
Getting a Hawaii marriage license can feel overwhelming, and that’s because things are a bit different in Hawaii. Like, you’ll need to know what a marriage license agent is and why you and your love will definitely want to meet with one before your best day. But don’t worry because Between the Pine has you covered! This guide walks you through the Hawaii marriage license process step by step so that you can check ‘get our Hawaii marriage license’ off your list and move on to dreaming up and planning all the fun parts of your adventurous Hawaii wedding day!
Are you dreaming of saying, “I do,” along a stunning canyon rim, in a lush rainforest or with an incredible ocean sunset happening behind you? Then, it’s time to plan your Kauai elopement! I’ve created a complete Kauai elopement and travel guide to help you know everything you’ll need to experience the most incredible Kauai adventure! Read this blog to begin planning your Kauai elopement!
Trying to choose what adventures to do on your Kauai honeymoon? This might just end up being the toughest part of planning your whole trip! That’s why I put together this guide to the best honeymoon activities in Kauai. To make things as easy as possible, I broke things down by my top 10 Kauai honeymoon adventures that you should add to your honeymoon fund (aka that cost money), and my top 10 Kauai honeymoon activities that are free. No matter what you and your love decide, you’re definitely going to have the best honeymoon ever!
This bride and groom left the hustle and bustle of wedding planning behind on the mainland for an intimate Hawaii elopement on Kauai. The story of how I became their elopement photographer in Hawaii is an adventure on its own, but throw in a camper van, cloud-topped mountains, and a farmer’s market owner named Tim and it becomes an incredibly epic adventure. Read this blog post to be inspired by this Hawaii elopement!
What You Need to Know About Packages For Your Kauai Elopement
We truly think you can’t go wrong with either side of the island which is why we recommend either our sunrise to sunset elopement package or even our two day elopement package.
Our sunrise to sunset Kauai elopement package includes first look photos at your cabin in the early afternoon. We will then head out to two unique locations for you and your partner to explore. After, we will head to your ceremony location, where you will elope on the beach with the most stunning backdrop at sunset!
If you want to see all that this beautiful area has to offer, then we recommend our two-day Kauai package. This will allow you the chance to get to experience multiple locations and is also a great option if you plan on inviting guests. Click here to learn more about our packages for your Kauai elopement.
Meet Your Kauai Elopement Photographers
We feel most at home in the outdoors, so it’s no surprise that is where we gravitate towards as your Kauai elopement photographers. Between the Pine was founded by Mollie in 2018 and she has hiked hundreds of miles all over the Pacific Northwest and Kauai, to capture couples during their best day ever. Since 2018, we’ve grown our team and continue to hire even more incredible photographers!
Our team at Between the Pine is passionate about our jobs and adventuring to the most beautiful locations to document your best day ever. We know the Pacific Northwest and Kauai like the back of our hands and are dying for a reason to head back to the mountains, forest, and everything in between! Click here to learn more about the Between the Pine team, your Kauai Hawaii elopement photographers!
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