Documentary & artistic wedding and elopement photography for romantic & adventurous couples — from Monteverde‘s Cloud forest to La Fortuna and Guanacaste’s beaches.
Hi, I’m Joice Dahianna — a Costa Rica wedding and elopement photographer based in Monteverde. Together with my husband Diego, our second shooter and drone pilot, we document weddings across Costa Rica, Mexico, Colombia and beyond.
Our style is honest: unposed, emotional and rooted in place. And with our wedding planning team and travel partner, you’re never planning alone.
WHAT WE OFFER
Weddings, elopements, engagements and family sessions, all with the same candid, editorial eye. Every love story is welcome, including same-sex and LGBTQ+ couples.
Weddings
Luxury destination weddings surrounded by volcanoes, cloud forests and golden beaches. Candid, documentary coverage so you stay fully present — no posing stress.
La Fortuna (The Springs, Los Lagos) | Guanacaste (Andaz, RIU, Westin Conchal, Mangrove, Secrets Papagayo) | Manuel Antonio (Villa Punto de Vista), Tamarindo, Monteverde Cloud Forest.
Elopements
For couples dreaming of a private ceremony, just the two of you. As an experienced elopement photographer in Costa Rica, I guide you through locations, permits and timing — from hidden waterfalls to mountain viewpoints.
Boutique hotels and natural locations like forest trails, waterfalls, and mountain viewpoints across Costa Rica.
Proposals
Relaxed engagement sessions or surprise proposals in Costa Rica’s most iconic scenery. Planning to pop the question? We’ll be your accomplice: the spot, the timing and the logistics, all kept secret until you kneel down.
Natural locations like forest trails, El Tigre or La Fortuna waterfalls, and mountain viewpoints across Costa Rica.
Families
A relaxed family photo session in Costa Rica, built around real moments, not stiff poses. On vacation or just want updated portraits? I’ll suggest an easy, gorgeous location and capture your family’s laughter, hugs and little chaos.
La Fortuna (Arenal viewpoints + forest trails) | Monteverde (cloud forest) | Guanacaste (beach + tropical landscapes) | Manuel Antonio, Tamarindo.
Full pricing upfront, no hidden fees — plan with confidence before you inquire.
WEDDING
5 hours | 450+ photos
from USD 2,250
ELOPEMENT
2 hours | 150+ photos
from USD 1,450
ENGAGEMENT
1 hour | 35+ photos
from USD 595
FAMILY
1 hour | 35+ photos
from USD 495
Transparent starting prices — here's what comes with every booking.
Prices shown are starting rates. Any add-ons or travel fees are confirmed in writing before you book — no surprises.
What to expect after your session.
Your complete, professionally edited gallery, delivered to your private online gallery.
Full delivery time may vary slightly by season and package size — you'll always have a confirmed date in writing.
PORTFOLIO
Explore a portfolio of destination weddings, elopements, and engagement sessions in Costa Rica — candid moments, natural beauty, and genuine connection captured from beach ceremonies to mountaintop vows.
Real couples. Real reactions. Words from people who trusted Joice Dahianna, Costa Rica wedding and elopement photographer, for candid, emotional images they'll keep forever.
"Joice captured our wedding in the most beautiful and natural way. Personally, I love photography, and having a great photographer at our wedding was a top priority. She exceeded all my expectations. I wanted candid photos of our guests, the special moments throughout the day, and of course, of us as a couple. She delivered all of that and so much more! Thank you, Joice - The Best Costa Rica Wedding Photographer!
JAMILA HACHE & DANIEL ROJAS
Testimonial
Volcanoes, misty cloud forests and two coastlines within a single day’s drive — in Costa Rica, the landscape becomes part of your story. As an experienced destination wedding and elopement photographer in Costa Rica, these are the regions where I photograph couples most often, and where you’ll find some of the best venues in Costa Rica.
Arenal Volcano views, natural hot springs, Lake Arenal and the thundering La Fortuna Waterfall — one of the most iconic settings for a wedding or elopement in La Fortuna.
Tamarindo’s golden sunset beaches, luxury all-inclusive resorts on the turquoise Papagayo waters, and the secluded coves of Las Catalinas for intimate, upscale elopements.
Hanging bridges, El Tigre Waterfall and sunset ceremonies overlooking the Nicoya Gulf — a misty, mystical setting for intimate weddings and adventurous elopements.
Home to the Whale’s Tail at Marino Ballena, hidden Nauyaca waterfalls and secluded beaches surrounded by rainforest, with a laid-back, bohemian feel far from the crowds.
Afro-Caribbean charm and black-sand beaches in Puerto Viejo, plus Tortuguero’s remote jungle canals, reachable only by boat or plane, for wildlife-immersed ceremonies.
Beaches inside a national park with monkeys and sloths, plus hillside luxury hotels and villas with panoramic ocean views, ideal for grand destination weddings.
Not sure where to elope? We’ll match your date, guest count and season to the right region.
8+ years as a professional wedding & elopement photographer in Costa Rica, with 650+ celebrations documented nationwide.
Fluent in English and Spanish, guiding couples from abroad through every logistical detail of a destination wedding.
From officiants to golden-hour timing, we handle the details.
Real emotion over staged poses images that feel like you.
MEET THE TEAM
A Costa Rica-based team of two photographers and an experience planner, with 8+ years of destination weddings.
Joice works as a destination wedding photographer in Costa Rica, guiding every couple with genuine care from first consultation to final delivery. She's your main point of contact throughout.
Diego is the second photographer on every wedding, capturing key moments from a different angle so nothing gets missed. He's also the drone pilot behind every aerial shot.
Ceilyn Castro designs and coordinates every proposal, elopement and wedding, from planning and logistics to personal touches. She handles the details so you can stay fully present, and every moment unfolds just as it should, ready to be beautifully captured.
Still have questions? Write to Joice directly.
Drone coverage is part of our team's toolkit, but it's not something we can guarantee as a fixed package item — it depends on hotel/venue permits and weather conditions (rain and wind). Our team travels with a drone and uses it whenever conditions allow, at no additional cost to you.
Yes — we specialize in both intimate elopements and full-scale luxury weddings across the country, from ceremonies in the Monteverde Cloud Forest to private beach weddings in Guanacaste, always with two photographers covering every wedding.
We focus exclusively on photography to give it our full creative attention, and partner with a trusted videography team we personally recommend — so your day is fully documented in both photo and film, without compromising on either.
Booking your wedding, elopement, or photo session is simple, no matter where you're located. We handle all consultations, planning, and communication remotely via email, making the process easy for international couples.
To reserve your date, a 50% retainer of your selected photography package is required. The remaining balance is due before your wedding or session.
International couples can make secure payments via PayPal, while couples based in Costa Rica can pay by local bank transfer.
Yes. Through our partnership with Ceilyn Castro of Your White Wedding — one of the top destination wedding planners in Costa Rica — we can coordinate your full wedding logistics: venues, vendors, timelines, and design, all in sync with the photography from day one. It's the difference between beautiful photos and a truly spectacular gallery: when every detail is already handled, your day unfolds naturally, and that's exactly what ends up captured.
Absolutely. We proudly photograph same-sex weddings and elopements across Costa Rica with the same candid, documentary approach we bring to every celebration — every love story deserves to be told honestly.
Dry season (December to April) offers clear skies and is the most requested time of year, while green season (May to November) brings beautiful soft light and lush, vibrant landscapes with fewer people around. It is the rainy season, though, so I always make sure we have a solid backup plan for your wedding or elopement.
I strongly recommend booking 6 to 12 months ahead, especially during high season (December to April), when my calendar fills up fast. That said, don't hesitate to reach out even last-minute — sometimes a date opens up unexpectedly, so it's always worth asking.
Tell me a little about your celebration and I'll get back to you personally to start planning your wedding photography in Costa Rica.
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