Rising above Lake Wakatipu, the Bayonets are sharp ridges sculpted by glacier and time, known for their dramatic, cinematic lines. This remote location is a photographer’s dream and a couple’s sanctuary, accessible only by helicopter. Landings are gentle with awe‑inducing vistas of lake and mountains. Your eyes won’t know where to look.
Historically, these ridgelines were traditional travel corridors for Māori hunters and later waypoints during the gold rush. The landscape still holds their echoes. For your elopement here, the setting feels sacred and cinematic, wind‑swept peaks, lake glow, and soft light dancing across stone. It’s the sort of place that makes you feel alive. We’ll capture every untold angle with patience, warmth, and a light touch.
