Elopements
Just the two of you
Intimate, unhurried elopements in Cape Town’s most beautiful corners — mountains, coastline, vineyards. Your day, done your way.
Elopement Photographer Cape Town
Intimate. Unhurried. Just the two of you — and Cape Town at its most beautiful.
I am a professional elopement wedding photographer based in Cape Town, specialising in intimate destination elopements throughout the Western Cape.
Elopement Photographer Cape Town | Riekert Cloete Photography
An elopement is not a compromise — it is a choice. A choice to keep your wedding day small, personal, and completely your own. As a Cape Town wedding photographer with more than 22 years of experience and 500+ weddings photographed, I believe some of the most powerful wedding days I have ever documented were elopements.
No seating plan anxiety. No timeline dictated by a hundred guests. Just the two of you, a stunning Cape Town location, and photographs that tell the story exactly as it happened.
Whether you are eloping on a clifftop above the Atlantic, under ancient oak trees in Franschhoek, or in a private corner of one of the Winelands’ finest estates — I will be there to document every quiet moment, every glance, every laugh.
Why Elope in Cape Town?
Cape Town is one of the world’s great elopement destinations. Here is why couples fly in from the UK, Europe, Australia, and beyond to elope here:
- World-class scenery — mountains, vineyards, ocean, and valleys within a 45-minute drive of the city
- Uncrowded locations — especially on weekdays, you can have iconic spots almost to yourselves
- Favourable exchange rates — your elopement package goes further in South Africa than in Europe or the US
- Year-round sunshine — Cape Town’s best light runs from October to April, with golden hours photographers dream about
- Venue flexibility — most Winelands estates welcome elopements with far less planning overhead than a full wedding
- An adventure worth remembering — your guests can’t come to Cape Town? Then come to Cape Town
What's Included in Every Elopement Package
- Pre-session consultation (Zoom or in-person) — timeline, location, style, logistics
- Full edited gallery delivered within 2 weeks (industry standard: 6–8 weeks)
- Full-resolution digital files — no watermarks, download and share immediately
- Personal printing licence — print for yourselves, your families, your home
- Location and timing advice — I know where the light falls at every hour
- Officiant and styling referrals on request
- Experience with international couples — Zoom consultations, card/EFT payments, digital delivery worldwide
Elopement Photography Packages
My elopement photography packages are designed to give you flexibility while ensuring you receive a beautiful, complete story of your day.
2 Hour Elopement Package – R6000
up to 2 hours coverage
Minimum 200 professionally edited images
Online gallery for easy download and sharing
Guidance with location planning
3 Hour Elopement Package – R9000
Up to 3 hours coverage
Minimum 300 professionally edited images
Online gallery
Location advice and timeline guidance
Additional hours: R3000 per hour
If you’re planning something custom, feel free to reach out and we can tailor a package to suit your day.
For International Couples Eloping in Cape Town
Roughly 60% of the couples I photograph travel to Cape Town from outside South Africa.
If you are planning a destination elopement, here is what makes the process easy:
• Zoom consultations — no need to visit in advance, we plan everything remotely
• Location and venue recommendations — I know what works at what time of year
• Officiant referrals — licensed officiants who handle international couples regularly
• Payment by credit card, EFT, or international transfer
• Full edited gallery delivered digitally within 2 weeks — viewable from anywhere in the world
Elopement Photography FAQs – Cape Town
A. Elopement photography in Cape Town typically starts at R6000 for 2 hours. Packages can be customised for additional hours, locations, or travel. I’ll help you choose the right coverage to tell the complete story of your day.
A. Absolutely. I guide couples to the most scenic, private, and accessible spots across Cape Town and the Western Cape — from Table Mountain and Cape Point to the beaches of Camps Bay and the vineyards of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
A. Yes! Many couples travel from overseas to elope in Cape Town. I provide guidance on locations, timing for the best light, and help create a stress-free, memorable experience.
A. My packages include professional coverage of your day, professionally edited images, an online gallery for easy download and sharing, and guidance with locations and timelines. Additional hours can be added if you want more coverage.
A. I recommend booking as early as possible, especially for popular seasons (spring and summer). This ensures your preferred date, locations, and time slots for the best natural light.
A. Yes! I highly recommend Iza Cloete, a professional hair and make-up artist experienced in Cape Town elopements. She can help you look amazing while keeping your style natural and effortless.
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I aim to make booking your elopement photography as simple as possible. Here are the ways you can pay:
EFT / Bank Transfer – Secure payment directly to my account. (Bank costs may apply for international payments.)
Yoco (Credit / Debit Card) – Pay conveniently in person or online via Yoco.
Cash – Accepted for local clients.
Bitcoin – Digital currency payments are also accepted.
💡 Tip: All payments are secure and flexible, making it easy to confirm your booking.
An elopement typically involves just the two of you and possibly a legal witness, with no guest list. A micro-wedding includes a small group of guests — usually under 20 people. I photograph both; the packages above cover elopements. Contact me if you are planning a micro-wedding.
Cape Town weather can be unpredictable, especially in winter. Cloudy and overcast light is actually beautiful for elopement photography — soft, even, no harsh shadows. If severe weather makes the session unsafe, we discuss rescheduling on a case-by-case basis.
Ready to Plan Your Cape Town Elopement?
If you’re searching for a Cape Town elopement photographer, I would love to hear about your plans.
Whether you’re travelling from overseas or planning locally, I can help guide you with location ideas, timing for the best light, and creating a relaxed experience.
📍 Based in Durbanville, photographing elopements across Cape Town and the Western Cape.
Tell me your date, your vision, and a little about the two of you. I will come back to you within 24 hours with availability and next steps.
Recommended Hair & Make-Up Artist
If you're looking for professional hair and make-up for your elopement in Cape Town, I highly recommend:
Budgeting your elopement? See what wedding photography costs in Cape Town (2–3 hours is genuinely enough for an elopement) · travelling from abroad? Destination weddings
Just the two of you
Let’s plan your escape
An elopement should feel effortless. Tell me where you’re dreaming of, and I’ll handle the rest so it’s just about the two of you.