LUXURY WEDDINGS | DOCUMENTARY
Wedding Photography Services in Costa Rica
For couples planning a luxury destination wedding surrounded by Arenal Volcano views, cloud forests, rainforests and golden beaches.
Our wedding photography in Costa Rica keeps you calm and present while we capture the real emotions and quiet moments of your day — honest, elegant and timeless.
LOCAL EXPERTISE & ARTISTIC
Joice Dahianna: Costa Rica Wedding Photographer with Local Expertise & Creative Direction
Years of photographing weddings across Costa Rica taught us to work with its changing weather, soft rainforest light and dramatic skies. Around 80% of our weddings have had rain at some point — and those moments often become the most romantic images.
As local wedding photographers, we know La Fortuna and Monteverde deeply, and also shoot in Guanacaste, Manuel Antonio and Puerto Viejo. We help you choose the right location, timing and styling for engagement sessions and post-wedding adventures.
Many couples add an adventure session the day after the wedding — beach, river, waterfall or “trash the dress” — with calm direction, rain or shine.
RECOGNITION
Award-Winning Costa Rica Wedding Photographer with an Authentic Approach
AS SEEN IN
REAL WEDDINGS
Top Costa Rica Wedding Photography Portfolios
Real destination weddings in Costa Rica, from beach ceremonies to volcano-view celebrations — every gallery shows our candid, romantic storytelling.
Arianna & Roberto’s Wedding at Belmar Hotel
A cloud forest wedding at Hotel Belmar, Monteverde — vows by a quiet lagoon, wrapped in mist.
Jamila & Daniel’s Wedding at Hacienda Doka
A vibrant celebration at Hacienda Doka, near Poás Volcano — one of Costa Rica’s most scenic backdrops.
Laura & Esteban’s Wedding at Las Catalinas
An ocean-side ceremony under dramatic skies — a true example of beach wedding photography in Costa Rica.
Melissa & Jason’s Wedding at Secrets Papagayo Resort
Luxury and natural beauty in one place — a destination wedding at Secrets Papagayo Resort, Guanacaste.
CHOOSING YOUR LOCATION
Where Should You Get Married in Costa Rica?
Each region changes the light, the logistics and the guest experience. Here’s how the most-requested areas compare — or explore our guide to the best wedding venues in Costa Rica.
MONTEVERDE
CLOUD FOREST
Misty Monteverde cloud forest that opens to golden-hour ocean views — sunsets found nowhere else.
Best for: couples chasing mist, mountains, and ocean views in one frame.
LA FORTUNA
ARENAL VOLCANO
La Fortuna: luxury venues with Arenal Volcano, Lake Arenal, rainforest and hot springs as your backdrop.
Best for: couples wanting volcano, lake, and hot springs in one trip.
TAMARINDO | GUANACASTE
BEACH & RESORTS
Beach resorts along the whole coast — golden sand and dramatic Pacific sunsets.
Best for: couples dreaming of a resort wedding right on the sand.
UVITA | BEACH
WHALE’S TAIL BEACH
Home to the iconic Whale’s Tail, with pristine beaches and boutique hideaways like Kura Boutique Hotel and Tiki Villa.
Best for: couples wanting a boutique beachfront celebration surrounded by nature.
PUERTO VIEJO
CARIBBEAN
Afro-Caribbean charm, black-sand beaches and jungle rivers — a bold stage for a boutique luxury wedding.
Best for: couples wanting a vibrant, off-the-beaten-path luxury wedding.
MANUEL ANTONIO
BEACH & RESORTS
Wildlife, rainforest beaches and hillside luxury villas like Villa Punto de Vista and Sandglass Collection.
Best for: couples dreaming of a rainforest-meets-ocean luxury wedding.
— PACKAGES
What’s Included in Our Wedding Photography Packages?
Destination wedding photography packages in Costa Rica for international couples, customized by:
- i.Coverage hours & lead photographer — half-day or full-day wedding photography
- ii.2 Photographers
- iii.Timeline guidance for the best natural light
- iv.Photography-focused itinerary planning, plus getting-ready prep tips for both of you
- v.Professionally edited, high-resolution images
- vi.Private online gallery (1 year) + printing rights
- vii.Engagement session or trash dress (add-on)
- viii.Gallery delivered within 31 days.
— PLANNING AHEAD
Legal or Symbolic Ceremony in Costa Rica
Costa Rica welcomes international couples, and the legal process is simpler than most expect.
Legal Wedding
Here’s what’s required:
- Valid passports for both partners
- Two witnesses (18+, can be any nationality)
- A licensed local officiant or lawyer to file the marriage
Your final marriage certificate, translated and apostilled, typically takes 30–45 days to process after the ceremony.
Read the full article: Legal Requirements to Get Married in Costa Rica →
Symbolic Ceremony
A Cacao Ceremony to Say I Do
Our officiant weaves a cacao blessing into symbolic ceremonies — a ritual that honors the land and bonds two people, written from scratch around your story.
Read the Full Article: Symbolic Wedding Ceremonies in Costa Rica →
EXPERTS IN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY & PLANNING
Meet Your Costa Rica Wedding Photography & Planning Team
A Costa Rica–based team of two photographers and a dedicated wedding planner. Two angles and drone coverage on the photography side, seamless planning behind the scenes — nothing is left to chance.
Joice Dahianna
Lead Photographer & Founder
Joice works exclusively as a destination wedding photographer in Costa Rica. She’s your main point of contact from first consultation to final delivery, and leads the creative direction of the brand.
Diego Ramírez
Second Shooter & Drone Pilot
Diego is the second photographer on every wedding, capturing key moments from another angle. He’s also the drone pilot behind every aerial shot and the behind-the-scenes videos on our social media.
Your White Wedding
Wedding Planner
Ceilyn Castro designs and coordinates proposals, elopements and weddings — planning, logistics and personal touches — so you stay fully present while every detail unfolds.
