Banff Elopement Package

How to Say “I Do” in the Mountains Without Stress, Crowds, or Overpaying Even If You’ve Never Planned Anything Like This

Lake Minnewanka

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Your dream day should feel easy. Simple. Magical.
Not stressful. Not rushed. Not crowded.

This Lake Minnewanka elopement is made for couples like you, engaged, excited, smart with your money, and craving a breathtaking moment in nature. Whether you’re from Canada or flying in from abroad, you want real views, real emotion, and real photos you’ll show off forever.

Your family will gasp.
Your friends will be jealous.
Instagram will ship it up.

And yes, you can get all that without going over your $3,000–$10,000 budget.

Lake Minnewanka is open year-round, and we guide everything so you can just breathe and enjoy your moment.

Best Dates
Year-round. Sunrise or sunset = best photos.
(Reason why: softer light + fewer people = better shots.)

Experience Details

Pricing

CAD 2,999 CAD 2,499 + 5% Tax No hidden fees. No surprises

60 minutes Full ceremony + portraits around the park

Elopement

Length

Guests Allowed

Up to 15 people important to you. (Or none, just you two)

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What’s Included

Professional Photographer

You get your own full-time wedding photographer, not a hobby shooter, not a random freelancer.
This is someone who knows how to pose you, guide you, calm your nerves, and make you look amazing even if you “never take good photos.”

You receive 50 high-resolution, fully edited photos delivered in an online gallery in 5 weeks.

Your photos will stop people mid-scroll.
Your friends will say:
“HOW is this real?!”

Cinematic Videographer

Your elopement is captured by a real filmmaker — someone trained to find light, movement, emotion, and sound.

You get a 3–4 minute cinematic wedding film, delivered in 5 weeks, ready for YouTube, Google Drive, and easy sharing.

Your family will cry watching it.
Your friends will message you nonstop.
This is your movie moment.

This is why we include video — your love deserves more than shaky phone clips.

Marriage Officiant

A licensed Alberta officiant leads your ceremony with warmth and heart — professional, properly-dressed, never rushed, never cold, never robotic.

It will feel real, personal, and intimate.
Exactly how elopements should be.

Two legal witnesses included if you need them.

You show up.
You say “I do.”
We handle everything else.

Location Permit

No stress.
No guessing.
No paperwork.

We take care of the Parks Canada location permit so your ceremony is fully compliant and stress-free.

This saves you time, confusion, and that “where do I even start?” feeling.

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Confirm Date & Next Steps

Book A Free 30-Minute Discovery Call
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Your Elopement Timeline

Elopement Itinerary

30 minutes | Arrival & Walk to Ceremony Spot
You meet us at the location.
We help you settle, fix your dress or suit, calm your nerves, and pick the best lighting spot.
This is where you take a breath and say, “It’s really happening.”

15 minutes | Ceremony + First Photos & Video
Your vows.
Your first kiss.
Your first moments as a married couple.
We capture everything, the looks, the laughs, the happy tears.

45 minutes | Full Photo + Video Session
This is where the magic happens.
We guide you through natural poses, fun moments, and epic shots with the mountains behind you.
No awkward energy. No stiff poses.
Just beautiful, real moments that look straight out of a movie.

Session Ends

You leave with full hearts…
and soon, photos and a film that will make your family cry and your friends jealous.

    • 90-minute session

    • Easy-access locations

    • Best light chosen for you

    • Zero guesswork, zero stress

  • More Spots. More Views. More "OMG" Photos.

    Want more variety in your photos and video?
    Add a second or third location in the Banff area and turn your elopement into a full mountain experience.

    Each new spot gives you:

    ✔ A totally different backdrop
    ✔ Different light + mood
    ✔ More angles, more poses, more story
    ✔ More content for your wedding film
    ✔ More “wow” photos for Instagram
    ✔ More reasons your friends will say:
    “Where is this?!”

    Think of it like flipping the page of your love story.

    First location: Your vows
    Second location: Your adventure
    Third location: Your cinematic finale

    We help pick the PERFECT spots based on season, light, crowds, and what will make you look amazing.

    This is the add-on couples choose when they want their gallery to look like a full magazine spread — not just one scene.

    • Bouquet & boutonnière

    • Professional hair + makeup (travel included)

    • Extra photo/video time

    • Getting-ready coverage

    • Reception coverage

    • Sunset add-on

    • Live guitarist/singer

    • Lincoln Navigator luxury arrival

    • Shuttle for guests

  • Our Rainy-Day Promise

    Your elopement will be beautiful, no matter the weather.

    • We bring clear umbrellas for you and your officiant
    • We pause the ceremony if it’s pouring
    • We keep your photos clean, bright, and cinematic
    • We shoot right after the rain for the best colors + glow

    You will still get stunning photos.
    You will still get a magical film.
    You will NOT lose your day.

    Rain can’t stop your moment.
    Nothing can.

Schedule A 30-min Zoom Call
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Available Add-Ons

    • Bride Hair & Makeup – CAD699

    • Bouquet + Boutonnière – CAD399

  • Acoustic Guitarist/Vocalist (4 songs) – CAD299

    • 30-min session (extra 30 photos) – CAD499

    • Hotel Getting Ready (60 min) – CAD999

    • All Unedited Photos & Raw Footage – CAD499

  • Banff/Canmore from & to Lake Minnewanka

    • Lincoln Navigator - CAD699

    • 13-Seater Van - CAD999

    • Lake Louise + Moraine Sunrise (8 hrs) – CAD1,499

    • Emerald Lake CAD1,499

    • Banff Gondola + Johnston Canyon (6 hrs) – CAD999

    • Jasper + Peyto + Bow Falls (8 hrs) – CAD1,799

Schedule A 30-min Zoom Call
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Add-On: Location 2nd Stop Photo/Video Session

Your elopement doesn’t have to stop at one backdrop — your love story deserves more.
A second location gives you a whole new scene, new light, new mood, and a full gallery that feels like a mini adventure.

Whether it’s another lake, a mountain lookout, a pine forest, or a secret spot with zero crowds… this add-on transforms your gallery from “pretty photos” into a full cinematic story.

More looks.
More variety.
More magic in your final photos and video.

Your day is once in a lifetime - let’s give it more than one beautiful stage.

  • A second location adds extra photo + video time so you get more poses, more angles, and more natural moments. We guide you the whole way, help you choose the best spot based on weather and season, and make sure the transition is smooth and stress-free.

    You’ll receive even more stunning photos and extra cinematic video clips for a fuller, richer highlight film.

  • We’ll help you pick the best second stop depending on your package location. Popular choices include:

    • Bow Lake
    • Lake Minnewanka
    • Two Jack Lake
    • Surprise Corner
    • Vermilion Lakes
    • Forest trails + mountain viewpoints

    Every spot gives you a whole new mood and look - perfect for variety in your gallery.

  • No need to worry about directions or logistics — we help guide you and your partner to the next spot. If you added transportation, we’ll handle that too. All you need to do is follow us, hold hands, and enjoy the mini adventure.

Schedule A 30-min Zoom Call
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Ready to Book? START HERE

Planning your elopement with us is simple. Here’s exactly what to do next:

Step 1 - Pick Your Date
Choose the day you want to say “I do.” Weekdays are calmer, weekends are busier — whatever feels right for you.

Step 2 - Pick Your Location
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff, or Canmore — choose the backdrop that feels most “you.”
If you’re unsure, we’ll guide you.

Step 3 - Book a Zoom Call With Us
We’ll walk you through the package, answer your questions, and help you plan the perfect day.

Step 4 - Secure Your Booking
To officially reserve your date, simply sign the contract and pay the retainer.
Once that’s done — your elopement day is locked in.

Step 5 - We Send Your Itinerary
Before your elopement, we’ll send your full itinerary, reminders, vendor info (if any add-ons), and everything you need to know.

Step 6 - Arrive in Alberta
Arrive a couple of days before your elopement so you can pick up your Alberta Marriage License.
It’s super fast — in and out of the Registry in minutes.

Step 7 - Show Up & Get Married
On your elopement day, just bring your wedding dress, suit, rings… and each other.
We’ll take care of the rest — ceremony, photos, video, and the whole experience.

Your job?
Enjoy every moment.

Schedule A 30-min Zoom Call
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Inclusions + Exclusions

Inclusions

Photographer

Videographer

Officiant

2x Witnesses (if needed)

Location permit guidance

Marriage License & Marriage Certificate Guidance

Recommended Vendors List

Travel

Hotel

Food

Hair & Make-Up (optional add-on)

Flowers (optional add-on)

Shuttle/luxury ride (optional add-on)

Reception planning (optional add-on)

We keep it simple so you only pay for what you want.

Exclusions

Your Elopement Team

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Erik & Ann | Photo + Video Team

We help couples who want real emotions + real views without the stress.
We make you look amazing even if you think you’re “awkward in photos.”

Jen & Paul & Sue | Alberta Marriage Commissioners

Kind. Warm. Unforgettable.
They make your ceremony feel like it was written just for you.

This is your day.
We’re just here to make it perfect.

⤷ Contact Erik & Ann
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[ FAQ ]

Common Questions

  • Photo, video, officiant, location permits, witnesses, recommended vendors list, marriage license & marriage certificate guidance and 60 minutes of coverage.

    • 50 edited high-resolution photos
    • A 3–4 minute highlight video
    • Delivered via online gallery + YouTube
    • 5-week turnaround
    Add-ons are available for extra sessions or raw files.

  • Parks Canada limits outdoor ceremonies to 15 people total for most locations (including the couple, guests, and vendors).
    Tunnel Mountain and Mahogany Lake have higher guest limits.

  • We have a complete weather plan.
    If it pours, we wait.
    If it rains during the ceremony, we give you clear umbrellas that look beautiful in photos.
    Your wedding will still be magical, and we never cancel for rain.

  • Full gallery + highlight film in 4–5 weeks.

  • Yes! We can recommend hotels and shuttle services.
    We also share discount codes for selected hotels in Banff and Canmore.

  • Keep it simple. We suggest:
    • Warm layers (mountain weather changes fast)
    • Comfortable walking shoes
    • Touch-up makeup / hair spray
    • Water & snacks
    • Your valid Alberta Marriage License, rings, vows, bouquet and veil if you have
    We’ll bring everything else needed for the ceremony.

  • Absolutely. We help you decide the best spot based on the look you want, time of day, season, crowd levels, and accessibility.
    We know every hidden corner - so you get the absolute best backdrop.

  • Transfers aren’t automatically included, but we offer them as add-ons for couples who want a smooth, stress-free wedding day.

    You can choose:

    Lincoln Navigator — Roundtrip (Banff/Canmore → Location → Hotel)
    13-Seater Shuttle Van — Roundtrip (Great for families & small groups)

    If you prefer to drive on your own, that’s totally fine too.
    Just note: Moraine Lake requires shuttle access, so if you don’t book ours, you must secure shuttle seats for yourselves and your guests.

    We’ll guide you on the best option based on your date, season, and location.

  • Yes, but only from our licensed music library at a music platform that we will share when you book with us. This platform has thousands of song collections, popular and non-popular.
    Mainstream songs that are not in this library (like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, etc.) cannot legally be used.

  • After your ceremony, your officiant files your paperwork with Vital Statistics.
    You can then order your official Marriage Certificate online or at a registry office.
    (It does not come automatically - Alberta requires you to order it.)

  • Yes.
    You must obtain an Alberta Marriage License before your ceremony.
    The officiant legally cannot perform the ceremony without it.
    We will guide you through the simple process.

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  • Yes!
    We offer private Lincoln Navigator rides and 13-seater shuttles for guests.
    Moraine Lake requires shuttles - and if you decline our shuttle add-on, you must secure shuttle access for all guests yourself.

  • We bring two for free.

  • Sign, pay the retainer, pick your date & location - done.

  • No.
    For quality control and to avoid disruptions, no guest photographers/videographers/bloggers are allowed.
    We are the exclusive photo + video team for your day.

  • Yes - all permits needed for the ceremony location are included.

  • Yes!
    You can add 2nd or 3rd locations for more scenery and variety.
    Banff has lakes, forests, meadows, and mountain viewpoints - expanding locations gives you a full cinematic story.

  • Most locations require a 5–10 minute walk on easy paths.
    We guide you the whole way.
    If mobility is a concern, let us know - we have alternative spots.

  • Rescheduling is allowed 30 days before your date for emergencies only, and the new date must be within 6 months - based on our availability.

  • Editing takes about 5 weeks.
    We spend time making everything look clean, cinematic, and true to your day.

  • You can opt to add this to your package as an add-on.

  • We keep our editing true to our style.
    We fix colors, brightness, and small things like skin smoothing — but we don’t change bodies, or do heavy Photoshop edits unless you buy the extra service.

    Because we shoot outdoors, things like weather, crowds, lighting, or sudden movement can affect what gets captured. We always do our best, but we can’t control everything.

    Our team follows a set editing style - that’s what you’re booking us for.
    You can share small ideas, but you can’t request a totally different style or look.

  • Elopement runs about 90 minutes, which includes:
    • 30 mins walk + settling into ceremony spot
    • 30 mins ceremony + initial photos/video
    • 60 mins photo/video couple’s session afterward

  • No.
    All payments and retainers are non-refundable because they secure your date, team, and permits.

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