Elopements in Costa Rica Designed Around Your Story
Luxury & intimate elopement experiences across Costa Rica’s waterfalls, beaches, jungles, and volcano destinations — thoughtfully designed with planning, photography, and personalized experiences.
THIS IS FOR YOU IF…
You Don't Want a Wedding.
You Want a Moment.
No seating charts. No timelines built around other people's schedules. No performance.
Just the two of you, a setting that takes your breath away, and a team that has taken care of every single detail — so the only thing you have to do is show up and feel it.
That's what we do at Macaw Experiences.
We design luxury elopements in Costa Rica for couples who know what they want: something real, something beautiful, and something that belongs entirely to them.
CURATED LUXURY ELOPEMENT PACKAGES IN COSTA RICA
Every Elopement We Create Is One of a Kind
Each package is a starting point, not a box. We tailor every detail to your story, your vision, and how you want to feel on the day.
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The Pura Vida Elopement Experience
For the couple who wants to elope simply, beautifully, and without distraction. This experience is built around one perfect setting in Costa Rica — a place that feels like it was chosen just for you.
We take care of the location, the timing, and the photography, so all you need to bring is each other.
Includes:
Expert location curation based on your travel plans and vision
Professional luxury photography session
Personalized timeline and day-of coordination
Pre-experience planning call to understand your story
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The Tropical Elopement Experience
A fully curated elopement where beauty meets intention. Every detail — from how you look to how the ceremony flows — is thoughtfully designed so you can be completely present in the moment that matters most.
This is the experience for the couple who wants everything taken care of, elegantly and effortlessly.
Includes:
Expert location curation across Costa Rica
Professional luxury photography
Licensed officiant for symbolic or legal ceremony
Hair & makeup styling by a professional artist
Bridal bouquet & boutonniere
Personalized ceremony timeline and coordination
Pre-experience planning call
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The Macaw Elopement Experience
Our most immersive elopement experience — a full journey through Costa Rica's most stunning landscapes, guided by our team from beginning to end.
Multiple locations. Unhurried pace. Photography that moves with you. And white-glove planning that makes the entire day feel effortless.
This isn't just an elopement. It's the beginning of your life together, captured in full.
Includes:
Extended storytelling coverage throughout your elopement experience
Multiple locations (if desired)
Full timeline creation
Location and experience design
Personalized support throughout the entire planning process
Assistance with bookings and curated recommendations throughout your Costa Rica experience
Custom itinerary planning for your elopement trip
WHERE YOUR STORY UNFOLDS
Costa Rica Has a Setting for Every Kind of Love
From volcanic landscapes and hidden jungle waterfalls to turquoise Caribbean shores and golden Pacific sunsets — we know this country intimately, and we'll help you find the place that feels like yours.
La Fortuna: Dramatic volcanic landscapes, steaming hot springs, and some of the most breathtaking waterfalls in the world. For couples who want their elopement to feel like a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Uvita & Manuel Antonio Elopements:Where the jungle meets the Pacific. Lush rainforest, secluded beaches, and golden hour light that photographers dream about. Ideal for something dynamic, wild, and romantic.
Bajos del Toro Elopements: An off-the-beaten-path gem — powerful waterfalls, dense jungle, and a feeling of complete seclusion. For the adventurous couple who wants their elopement to be a discovery.
Guanacaste Elopements: Costa Rica's sun-drenched Pacific coast — pristine beaches, crystal-clear water, and the warm, unhurried pace of a place built for romance. Flamingo Beach, Tamarindo, Santa Teresa, Montezuma, and more.
Monteverde Elopements: High above the clouds, in a forest that feels like another world entirely. Misty, mystical, and unlike anywhere else on earth. For couples who want their ceremony to feel truly extraordinary.
The Caribbean Coast Elopements: Turquoise water, swaying palms, and a laid-back magic that is entirely its own. Puerto Viejo and the Limón coast offer one of the most unique and beautiful backdrops in all of Costa Rica.
DESIGNED JUST FOR YOU
Something We Design Together
For the couple with a vision that doesn't fit a package — or a trip that deserves to be extraordinary from arrival to departure.
We become your personal concierge for Costa Rica. Every experience, every reservation, every magical detail is designed around your elopement and your story. Nothing is standard. Everything is intentional.
This experience can include:
Full Costa Rica trip planning and concierge coordination
Hotel reservations at the finest properties
Private tour and activity bookings — hot springs, catamarans, rainforest hikes, wildlife excursions, ATV rides, and more
Full-day or full-trip photography coverage
Private chef experience
Videography
Live music
Cold fireworks
Private catamaran or yacht ceremony
Floral design and décor
Marry Me letter styling
Cultural experiences — fire dancing, cacao workshops, bioluminescence
Anything else you envision
Investment: Starting at $1,500 USD · Custom experiences from $3,000 to $10,000 USD
Anything else you envision - we bring it to life
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes — foreigners can legally get married in Costa Rica. Many couples also choose to have a symbolic ceremony here and complete the legal paperwork in their home country.
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Costa Rica is beautiful year-round, but the best season depends on the experience you’re dreaming of. Dry season (December to May) offers sunnier beach days, while green season (June to November) brings lush jungles, dramatic waterfalls, and fewer crowds.
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Yes. We guide couples throughout the entire planning process — from choosing locations and creating timelines to helping with bookings, recommendations, and personalized experiences throughout your trip.
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Most couples book several months in advance, especially during peak travel seasons. If you already have travel dates in mind, we recommend reaching out as early as possible.
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Absolutely. Some couples choose an intimate experience with just the two of them, while others include a few loved ones in their celebration.
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Some of our favorite locations include waterfalls, beaches, jungles, and volcano destinations throughout Costa Rica. Recommendations are personalized based on the type of experience you want.
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Yes. We provide personalized recommendations for hotels, activities, transportation, and experiences to help make your trip feel seamless and intentional.
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Yes — and we love doing this. Through our Custom Experience, we act as your full concierge for Costa Rica: hotel reservations, private tours, activity bookings, and a day-by-day itinerary built around your elopement. You arrive, and everything is already in place.
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We work across all of Costa Rica — La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano, Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, the Guanacaste coast, Uvita, Bajos del Toro, the Caribbean coast, and beyond. If you have a dream location in mind, we'll make it happen.
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Whatever makes you feel like yourselves — only more so. Some couples go fully formal, others choose resort-wear or something in between. We're happy to offer styling guidance based on your chosen location and the overall feel you're going for
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Absolutely. Our elopement packages are equally designed for vow renewals — an intimate, meaningful way to celebrate your commitment in one of the world's most beautiful places.
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Simply reach out via WhatsApp or book a free planning call. We'll have a conversation about your vision, answer any questions you have, and take it from there.
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Not at all. Many couples come to us with only a feeling or vision in mind, and we help guide the rest of the experience from there.
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Elopements are usually more intimate, intentional, and experience-focused. Instead of following a traditional wedding timeline, couples are able to create a day that feels more personal and meaningful to them.
RECENT GALLERIES
CELEBRATION OF Love
Whether you're saying “I do” for the first time or reaffirming your vows years later, our elopement, micro wedding and vow renewal packages are crafted to offer unforgettable moments in the most magical places of Costa Rica. From beach theme weddings to lush rainforests and garden weddings, we create emotionally rich and visually stunning experiences designed just for you.
