SKOGAFOSS ICELAND ELOPEMENTS PHOTOGRAPHY
Skogafoss Iceland elopements photography
Iceland waterfall wedding
Iceland has a reputation for being an untouched wilderness. But this isn't true all over the country; especially not in popular spots such as Skogafoss Waterfall. This waterfall gets more than 1,000 visitors a day, and it's famous for eloping. So if you're planning on eloping at Skogafoss how do you avoid the crowds?
Follow this guide.
What to expect from eloping at Skogafoss in Iceland.
If you’re willing to uproot your life, throw caution to the wind and run off to the most gorgeous country in the world — Iceland is your kind of place.
Yes, you can get officially married in Skogafoss! I work with a brilliant officiant who does outdoor ceremonies in Iceland!
Elopement is one of the most memorable events in every couple’s life. Sounds different from traditional marriage, doesn’t it? Elopement in Iceland is an experience of your lifetime for many reasons. It’s about being spontaneous and enjoying being in love without anyone knowing about it. Eloping can be done by just two people or with all the family and friends to enjoy the moment with you. The first step to eloping in Iceland is picking your day, time and location. As no one knows about you getting married, there are no distractions of doing things according to certain schemes or plans. You can plan everything on your own and create a day that suits only you both, as a couple. You will have all the time to think everything out and make it one of the most beautiful days of your life.
What to know about eloping at the Skogafoss in Iceland.
Skogafoss waterfall is very powerful and the close you go to it, the wetter you will get. It’s good to keep your distance at the waterfall and not get wet during your ceremony.
2. Due to being the most known waterfall in Iceland, it’s good to try to avoid huge tourist crowds. You can even elope early in the morning or late during the evening -especially during summertime when there is much more light!
3. If you are bringing guests to your ceremony, they might have a problem hearing the ceremony, since the waterfall is so powerful it makes hearing the ceremony very challenging.
What to wear in your Skogafoss elopement in Iceland.
Curious about what to wear in your Skogafoss elopement? Iceland might hold the record for most days of rain per year, but you can still enjoy your elopement day fully!
You can wear your wedding dress and suit for your elopement ceremony and waterproof, warm coats while you walk to Skogafoss and keep them with you close by.
Make sure your shoes are also waterproof and not slippery.
Plan out the details for your Skogafoss elopement in Iceland.
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There are multiple ways to do your elopement ceremony as there are places to get married.
Just us. This is usually what elopement ceremonies are all about: just you two there and all the moments will be shared by you two. No guests or family members there. The ceremony is still official for you to get legally married.
Intimate ceremony. This is usually used in the meaning that in the ceremony there can be your parents, siblings or only your best friends involved. If you feel nervous about sharing your vows with your partner in front of your family, you can have a separate moment where you share them and then the moment where your family attends.
Symbolic marriage. The simplest way to get married. Eloping can happen anywhere. A symbolic ceremony is in most places not legally recognized so you will be needing an officiant to officiate you as a married couple.
Civil ceremony. Usually happens in a courthouse and you will sign the register. You will mostly need witnesses (usually two) to sign the register also.
Religious ceremony. If you wish to have a religious ceremony abroad, it’s good to start by contacting your local with necessary requirements. They can have recommendations of the church to get married in.Hand-fasting. It's an ancient Irish tradition, where the couple's hands are tied together as a symbol of their union. The celebrant ties the couple’s hands together with several ribbons.
Unity ceremony: are symbols of the choice you're making to merge your life with your partner. There can be unity candles, planting a tree together, combining two different drinks into one. -
Waterproof jackets and shoes, extra socks, sunglasses, reusable water bottle, Legal documents and others to have your elopement happen legally in Iceland, wedding rings, vows, snacks, the medication you might be needing, wedding flowers, tissues
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Visit the waterfall early in the morning or as last thing of the day.
Where to stay at your Skogafoss elopement.
Accommodations that are close to Skogafoss
Hi, I’m Lisa! Elopement photographer in Iceland.
The fresh air. The hush of silence that can only be heard in nature. That is how it feels to get married in Iceland. You feel a connection with nature as it embraces you and your loved ones. I absolutely love elopements and having Skogafoss as your elopement location is an epic one! You will have a new Icelandic friend who will make your day an unforgettable experience and help you craft it according to your values and needs. I will do the location scouting for you, create a timeline for your day and show you the local secrets of Iceland.
Ok, it’s time to make your Iceland elopement come true!
Get in touch.
McWhirter elopements
+3546596405
lisa@mcwhirterelopements.com
Iceland elopement photographer
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