Intimate Lakeside Wanaka Couple Photography –

Outlet Track

There’s something so effortlessly romantic about Wānaka—the mountains, the lake, the peacefulness. And when it comes to capturing couples in their element, few places are more magical than the Outlet Track, where the Clutha River flows out of Lake Wānaka. It’s the perfect backdrop for an intimate, lakeside couple photography session.

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a beautiful couple along this scenic trail, just as golden hour settled over the water. The soft evening light, the stillness of the lake, and the gentle rustling of the trees made for a dreamy, cinematic atmosphere. Every glance, every laugh, every quiet moment between them felt unforced and honest—and that’s exactly what I aim to capture.

Whether you’re visiting Wānaka on a romantic getaway, celebrating an anniversary, or just want to freeze this season of life with your favourite person, Outlet Track couple sessions are such a special way to do it. The trail gives us a mix of river views, lakeside serenity, and leafy pockets of native bush, all within a short walk. It’s intimate, beautiful, and oh-so-Wānaka.

As a Wānaka-based couple and wedding photographer, I love creating relaxed sessions that feel more like a walk with your person than a posed photo shoot. It’s about real connection, genuine moments, and beautiful storytelling through light, landscape, and emotion.

Thinking about booking your own couples session in Wānaka? Whether it’s a proposal, engagement, or just because—you don’t need a milestone to document your love. Let’s head to the lake and make some magic.

Available across Wānaka, Central Otago & Tāhuna, Queenstown
Get in touch to book your lakeside couple shoot today!