Amber and Aimer’s elopement was such a great example of how to do a "big" day with a small group. They chose to host their wedding in the Sechelt Inlet, starting the day at Stay Wilder, these beautiful eco-glamping domes tucked right into the rainforest.

The afternoon was super relaxed. Amber and Aimer got ready in separate domes with their moms, which kept things feeling calm. We did their first look right there in the forest, and we got so lucky with the timing; the light was streaming through the trees just as they saw each other for the first time.

After that, we headed over to Sandy Hook where their family and friends were waiting for the ceremony. It was a beautiful afternoon with clear blue skies and plenty of warm sun. The ceremony spot had an amazing view looking out over the ocean and the mountains across the inlet. After they made it official, we did some family photos and hung out at the viewpoint for a bit to get some portraits of just the two of them along the coast.

Everyone headed back to Stay Wilder for a long-table dinner under a tent in the rainforest. It was exactly what they wanted—just a chill evening with toasts, delicious food by Gourmet Girl, cake, and their favourite people. To end the evening with us, we headed to Porpoise Bay Park for golden hour. The evening golden light was incredible and was such a memorable end to the evening with them. A truly perfect Sunshine Coast wedding day.

Best Sunshine Coast Wedding Venues

Whether you’re eloping or having a small intimate wedding with your loved ones, Tofino and Ucluelet have some of the most beautiful wedding venues in Canada.

All of the venues look over the ocean and are close to stunning locations for wedding photos.

Most of the venues in this guide offer elopement & intimate wedding packages.

This adventure-filled Tofino elopement featured a Pacific Rim National Park ceremony, helicopter landings on a remote island and mountain lake, and a windy golden-hour session on the coast. The perfect inspiration for couples planning a Tofino elopement — Tofino Wedding Photographer & Videographer

Cassandra & Spencer’s Tofino elopement was a dreamy, intimate celebration in the rainforest. They exchanged vows under ancient trees, shared a misty beach picnic, and included heartfelt personal touches—making their day full of love, intention, and magic.

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Paige and Mitch’s intimate autumn wedding at the Wickaninnish Inn in Tofino, BC, was a breathtaking celebration filled with love, connection, and west coast beauty. Their wedding day fell between two wild storms but the weather remained calm and rain-free, allowing them to enjoy a first look on Chesterman Beach, a magical rainforest ceremony, and a romantic candlelit dinner in the Inn’s wine cellar

Tayler and Sawyer’s love story began in childhood and led to a breathtaking wedding in Tofino. They shared a heartfelt first look in the rainforest, exchanged vows on Cox Bay Beach, and celebrated under the stars at Tin Wis Resort. With the ocean as their witness, their day was intimate, timeless, and deeply personal—a true reflection of their love.

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Lexa and Matthew’s intimate elopement at the Pointhouse Suites on the Sunshine Coast, BC, was a dreamy, love-filled day. With moody summer skies and ocean views, they shared a heartfelt first look, a romantic ceremony with their moms, and golden-hour portraits with dramatic clouds. They ended the evening with a private candlelit dinner, soaking in the magic of the day.

Emmalee & Aj’s intimate elopement on the Sunshine Coast was a heartfelt blend of love, creativity, and nature—celebrating at home, in the misty rainforest, and at the special spot where Aj proposed.

Jan & Jasmine’s summer wedding at Long Beach Lodge in Tofino was pure magic. A sun-filled day set the perfect vibe for their intimate celebration. From private vows in a secluded cove to a heartfelt Cox Bay ceremony, misty sunset photos, and a cozy reception, their day was a beautiful celebration of love on the wild West Coast.

Emily and Mike, surrounded by the ancient trees of Cliff Gilker Park in Roberts Creek on the Sunshine Coast, exchanged their vows – just the two of them and their wedding commissioner. Their elopement began in the rain, but as if on cue, the sun emerged from behind the clouds the moment their ceremony ended.

The forest seemed to hush in reverence as Emily and Mike whispered their promises to one another. Rays of sunlight filtered through the dense canopy, casting a warm golden glow on the couple, creating a scene straight out of a fairytale.
The rich green hues of the rainforest blended seamlessly with the radiant beams of sunlight, creating a captivating contrast that made our hearts skip a beat. We all couldn't help but marvel at the beauty that surrounded us.

Sam and Austin’s intimate Gibsons elopement was pure magic. They exchanged vows at Gospel Rock’s cliffside lookout, celebrated with champagne, and ended the day at Sechelt Inlet with a dance at sunset. Joined by their senior pup, Rio, it was a dreamy, love-filled Sunshine Coast elopement day.

The evening after their elopement, we met Jenni & Andrew on the beach for a golden hour session filled with soft light, quiet moments, and west coast beauty. The light was dreamy, the shoreline calm and it felt like the perfect exhale to end their weekend elopement celebration.

Jenni and Andrew’s Sunshine Coast BC elopement was intimate, quiet, and full of west coast beauty. They got ready at the Pointhouse, had a heartfelt ceremony by the Sechelt Inlet, wandered through the rainforest, and ended the day with a sunset picnic and beach photos the next evening.

Robin and Jason’s Tofino elopement was filled with love, adventure, and connection. After a cozy morning at Pacific Sands Resort, they shared an emotional rainforest ceremony. A beach picnic with their kids, golden hour portraits, and a dreamy bike ride along Cox Bay made for a magical day.

Amy and Michael’s Ucluelet elopement was an intimate celebration on Vancouver Island’s West Coast. With their pup Molly, they exchanged vows on a misty cliffside, explored the Rainforest Trail, and ended the day on Wickaninnish Beach.

Megan and Dirk’s intimate Sunshine Coast elopement was filled with love, adventure, and breathtaking views. From a heartfelt first look at Gospel Rock to a magical rainforest ceremony in Cliff Gilker Park, they embraced every moment. Ending the day with a beach picnic, their elopement was the perfect mix of romance and nature.