Eloping in Cairns: Just You, Your Love, and a Bit of Magic

Thinking of skipping the big wedding and doing something a little more low-key, a little more you? You're in good company. Eloping is no longer about running off in secret — it’s about stripping it back to what really matters: you, your person, and a moment that’s completely your own.

And honestly? Cairns is the dream place to do it.

Picture this:

☀️ Sunrise vows on Palm Cove Beach

🌿 Waterfall kisses at Millaa Millaa Falls

🌧️ A quiet “I do” in the middle of the Daintree Rainforest

🔥 Or a whisky toast for two at Three Wolves, hidden down a laneway in the heart of Cairns

No big production, no pressure — just adventure, love, and a killer backdrop.

Favourite Elopement Spots in Cairns & Beyond

Here are a few stunning spots that couples (and celebrants like me) absolutely love for elopements:

Palm Cove Beach Soft golden sand, swaying palms, and the sun rising over the ocean. It’s peaceful, magical, and has a just-the-two-of-you kind of feel, especially early in the morning.📍 More about Palm Cove

Millaa Millaa Falls One of the most iconic waterfalls in Queensland. Lush, misty, and seriously romantic — perfect for vows with a little splash of drama (and maybe an actual splash if you take a dip after).

📍 Visit Millaa Millaa Falls

The Daintree Rainforest Old, wild, and deeply peaceful. Whether you're in a hidden eco-lodge or standing barefoot under the canopy, it’s the kind of place that makes everything feel big and beautiful and full of meaning.

📍 Explore the Daintree

Three Wolves, Cairns City For lovers of moody lighting, killer cocktails, and cosy vibes. Eloping doesn’t have to mean a mountaintop — it can mean your favourite little whisky bar at golden hour.

📍 Three Wolves

Bonus: Treat Yourself Pair your elopement with a celebratory dinner at one of our best local restaurants — Nu Nu Restaurant (right on the beach) or Ochre in the city are both amazing picks for an intimate meal with top-notch food and wine.

What You Need to Elope in Queensland

Eloping is easy and beautiful — but yep, there’s still a tiny bit of legal stuff to take care of:

• You’ll need to complete a Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) at least one month before the day.

• And you’ll need two witnesses at the ceremony.

Travelling from interstate or overseas? Don’t stress — I can help arrange your witnesses. Whether it’s my husband, your photographer, or a couple of kind locals, we’ll make it easy.

P.S. Have you heard about my Tiny Tuesdays? If you're thinking of eloping or doing a legals-only ceremony on a Tuesday, you’ll get 10% off. It’s perfect for couples who just want to make it official in a simple, sweet, no-fuss way — without the weekend price tag.

Eloping Doesn’t Mean Missing Out

You can still have all the good stuff:

• Handwritten vows that make you both tear up

• A mini ceremony full of heart and humour

• A beautiful bouquet from a local florist

• Photos to treasure (I’ve got some incredible local photographers I can recommend!)

• A cheeky post-vow swim or a first dance under the stars

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Whether it’s barefoot on the beach or sipping margaritas in a bar, it’s about doing what feels right for you.

So if you’re dreaming of a wedding that’s laid-back, meaningful, and soaked in tropical magic — eloping in Cairns could be exactly what you’re looking for.

And if you want someone who knows the area, can guide you through the legal bits, and will 100% cheer you on while you do it your way — I’d love to help.

Let’s make it official. 💛