South Coast Iceland Elopement at Waterfall and Caves | Iceland Elopement Photographer

Libby and Tripp’s South Coast Iceland Elopement had everything (and more) that I’ve come to expect when shooting on the south side of the island—the epic scenery of the South Coast of Iceland, constantly changing weather, and an ever-changing playground of possibility. 

Being an Iceland Elopement Planner, as well as an Iceland Elopement Photographer, allows me a very unique perspective and opportunity to really engage with my clients because I get to spend so much time getting to know them. And, an added bonus is that I get a feel for the level of adventure they’d like to tackle, which allows me to let my creative flag fly and design them a ridiculously rad adventure, mixed in with all the romance that eloping in Iceland carries with it. 

This is why I LIVE for planning, coordinating, and shooting Iceland elopements! It’s also why I chose to move to Iceland and fully immerse myself in the country and the culture—so I could explore and find all the places that regular tourists or photographers visiting from other places never get to experience. In a nutshell, living in Iceland allows me to plan and shoot completely unique, mind-blowing Iceland adventure elopements for all of my couples, which is exactly what I did for Libby and Tripp for their South Coast Iceland Elopement!

I knew right away that these were my kinda peeps! I mean, a bride who chooses a bouquet of black calla lilies and feathers is definitely a keeper! Not only that, but Libby’s main goal for their elopement on the South Coast of Iceland was to stay as chill as possible (which we did, because it was about minus one million degrees outside—haha!) and just enjoy the experience. Again—no stress and go with the flow—dream couple!

And Holy Stressless Adventure Elopement, Batman! Libby and Tripp were up for anything and they took everything—wind, harsh afternoon light, chilly-brr waterfall spray, and my “Let’s go up there! Let’s go over here!” suggestions—in perfect stride! And, since Libby wore tights and hiking boots under her dress, she stayed warm(ish) and we were able to hoof it all over the place, stopping wherever we wanted to create some timeless, romantic images in the stunning surrounding scenery.

Libby and Tripp had some super memorable moments during their elopement! A dog came out of nowhere to visit during their First Look, which was fun! And their ceremony was, basically, on top of a private waterfall. Talk about friggin’ magical! Tripp teared up during Libby’s vows and Lib’s dad came with them and I could feel how happy and proud he was to witness their marriage, despite freezing his butt off! Once their ceremony was done, we explored—stopping wherever we found something epic—and ended up with so many amazing images by waterfalls, in caves, on mountain tops!   

And this, THIS, is what I love so much about being an Iceland Elopement Planner and Photographer. What could be better than showing my adventurous clients the most beautiful (and often unknown) places in this beautiful country while also being immersed in the high-vibing energy of their rad love? And I felt that love, so keenly, while we hiked around the South Coast, enjoying the day and each other. 

To see more from Olivia & Tripp’s South Coast Iceland Elopement, check out this feature about them published in Creative Weddings! 

black calla lily bouquet and couple's rings for a South Coast Iceland Elopement with Stephanie Zakas
Lace details of a wedding dress up close and hanging far away from a set of antlers by Stephanie Zakas, Iceland elopement photographer
A bride gets ready for her South Coast Iceland elopement and laces up new hiking boots over tights and warm socks.
Groom gets ready for South Coast Iceland elopement by doing up his suspenders and putting on a watch gifted by his bride.
Groom waits while his bride and a random dog walk toward him across tall grass during a South Coast Iceland elopement first look with Iceland Elopement Photographer Steph Zakas
Bride and Groom share a First Look during their South Coast Iceland elopement with Iceland elopement planner Steph Zakas Photography
Bride and groom laugh at a dog during a First Look with Iceland Elopement photographer and planner Stephanie Zakas
Couple elopes at a private waterfall during South Coast Iceland elopement with elopement photographer Stephanie Zakas
Couple exchange vows at private waterfall on the south coast of iceland with iceland elopement photographer steph zakas
Newlyweds share first kiss after ceremony on top of a private waterfall with Iceland Elopement planner and photographer Stephanie Zakas
newly eloped couple explores the grasslands on the south coast of iceland with Stephanie Zakas elopement photographer
Bride and groom explore during their south coast iceland elopement, smiling and showing off her tights and hiking boots under her dress
bride and groom stand oceanside on the south coast of iceland with coastline stretching out behind them and her dress blowing in the wind
bride and groom stand together cliffside on the south coast of iceland looking at each other as the coastline stretches out behind them
Newlyweds pose next to a multi-layered waterfall during their south coast iceland elopement with Stephanie Zakas iceland elopement photographer
Bride and groom stand framed by sun flares at the mouth of a seaside cave on the South Coast of Iceland during their elopement with Iceland photographer Steph Zakas

And, if you plan to elope in Iceland and you’re looking for a local who knows all the secret places, can plan and shoot your elopement, and set you up with a killer honeymoon itinerary, hit me up! 

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