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Vrede en Lust Wedding

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Cocktail Style Wedding at Cavalli Estate

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Intimate Wedding at Grand Provence

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Wedding at Belair

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Belair Wedding

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Cavalli Estate Wedding – Kelly & Bheki

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Elopement in South Africa

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Rod and Linda’s fairytale elopement in South Africa at the luxurious La Residence Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek was one of the most special weddings we covered in 2021. We love shooting elopements because one can really focus on the couple! No stressed-out mothers, jealous bridesmaids, or other distractions – all the focus is on the bride and groom!

Between the pair, they have five grown children and three grandchildren, so life back in the US is busy. After postponing the wedding plans a couple of times due to Covid, along with other challenges, the couple decided instead to elope in South Africa, on the front side of their already planned honeymoon in our beautiful country. They chose the beautiful La Residence Boutique Hotel, set on the foothill of the Franschhoek mountains. The location is magnificent and the standard of service, food, and facilities are impeccable!

We were looking for an intimate and meaningful experience at a beautiful and special place, yet simple to execute

The intimate and romantic ceremony took place next to the Tea House, on the rolling lawn next to the swan lake. After the couple enjoyed canapes and sparkling Rose, we followed them around the grounds to capture more intimate moments for the couple’s photo session. The romantic dinner in the Sunken Lounge overlooking the breathtaking mountain scenery rounded off the perfect elopement abroad. Following their stay in the Cape Winelands area, they moved on to experience safari in both Kruger National Park and Sabi Sand, then a last stop in Cape Town before heading home and back to reality.

ZaraZoo, Cape Town Wedding Photographers

Have a look at other weddings that we have shot at La Residence – one out our favourite wedding venues in Franschhoek!

Davina & Anthony – Summer
Jennifer & David – Summer
Zithe & Alex – Summer
Imogen & Savva – Summer
La Residence Venue Review

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Wedding at Webersburg

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Rukudzo & Nyasha’s wedding at Webersburg was another wedding that was affected by the COVID lockdowns. After having to postpone from April 2020, the wedding eventually happened in October 2021. We’ve been so snowed under in catching up with postponed weddings that we totally forgot to post this one!

It was a windy day at Webersburg, but nothing could stop our couple, that lives in the UK, to enjoy their wedding. The wedding venue at Webersburg is making a big comeback, and rightly so! I remember shooting there almost every weekend 13 years ago when the venue first opened. The Webersburg grounds, manor house, and venue location is truly idyllic

And for a photographer, there is so much to work with! The Manor house interior gives lends a timeless and classic element to the photos – I love it!

But all the praise for pulling this one off, in spite of all the delays and lockdowns, is Kevin of VIP Hosting. Kudos to you my friend! You’ve created a beautiful wedding and surely many fond memories!

As I am writing this post, I have another enquiry for a wedding at Webersburg in my inbox and I am looking forward to shooting at this world-class wedding venue in Stellenbosch again!

Have a look at a few other weddings we have shot at Webersburg over the years:

Neusa & Renato – Coordinated by Tracy of Trunk Events
Mikky & Nwabisa – Wedding of the Year 2010
Wedding of the year Part 2 – Coordinated by Wedding Concepts

Webersburg with it’s Cape Dutch Manor house, Vineyards, ancient oak trees, roling lawns and idyllic setting is one of the most beautiful winelands wedding venues in Stellenbosch!

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Molenvliet Stellenbosch Wedding

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If you liked this Molenvliet, Stellenbosch Wedding you might also fancy these weddings ZaraZoo Photography recently did there:

Fairytale Wedding – Nicole & Jonathan
Courtyard Wedding – Kirsty & Simon
No seating plan reception – Cisco & Lani
Classic Wedding – Sulezi & Mutsa
Wedding with 4 dogs – Ashlynne & Brent
Wedding Concepts wedding – Nqobile & Bheki
Spring wedding – Haseena & Richard

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Cavalli Wedding Photos in Stellenbosch

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Cavalli Estate Wedding – Abi & Ayo

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Wedding at The Polo Room

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As lockdown levels went down and up, so did the feasibility of Kathryn & Chris's wedding at the Polo Room actually happening! But, then there was a gap, and they took it!

You have to take your hat off for the coordinator, David Bloch, that made everything happen within a month! It looked beautiful and our couple had their long-awaited dream wedding just before the third wave hit Gauteng. Just call it impeccable timing!

One thing that makes the Polo Room such a popular wedding venue is that they cater for everything onsite. Both bride and groom got ready in the luxury accommodation on site. Kathryn's hair and make-up was done by Gina Myers and Liezl Leach and she was dressed in a beautiful gown by The Bridal House. Chris and the boys were dressed in stunning suits by David Harris Custom Made. The ceremony was held on the elevated lawn that overlooks the Polo field and the reception was held in the very versatile Polo Room Event hall.

Kathryn, the owner of a few racehorses, and Chris, a racing agent, Specifically chose this venue because of their love of horses. They even went as far as to transport their champions to be part of the wedding and we were lucky to get a few snaps of them with their pride and joy!

After the lovely ceremony on the lawn, guests relaxed in the same, informal space. We just love this trend for the ceremony and pre-dinner drinks spot to be merged with some formal seating and couches and ottomans. It definitely creates a festive atmosphere and this new trend might be here to stay!

The reception was seamless! Guests were entertained by a live band, James Bassingthwaighte and treated to the culinary excellence of the By Word of Mouth Caterers.

A big shout out to David Bloch and his team for creating one of the most memorable Covid Weddings ever!

If you liked this wedding at the Polo Room, then you might also like these weddings below:

Mmanake & Tshepo - The Polo Room
Alfred & Zimbini - Val de Vie
Lluyanda & Siya - Val de Vie
Ebun & Segun - Val de Vie

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Traditional Wedding in Mthatha

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Cavalli Wedding Celebration – Marian & Trevor

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Wedding Videography

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Wedding Videos

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Destination Wedding Videography – Lake Como, Italy

Jo & Jason’s intimate wedding in Mandello del Lario in Lake Como. A 3-day wedding celebration with 28 close friends and family. We were with them at every event, capturing every special moment in one of the most beautiful places in the world.

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Wedding Video – Cavalli Estate, Stellenbosch

Moses and Monique’s lavish wedding at Cavalli was our first of 2020 – and what a fantastic way to start the new decade! Moses and Monique’s wedding is one of the most colourful we ever covered and probably one of the most high profile. We had the queen of Uganda (related to Monique) and other dignitaries in attendance.

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Molenvliet Wedding Film

Ndidi & Chuba, a very romantic video of a stunning American couple at one of Cape Towns top wedding venues. Molenvliet has it all, the mountains, the vineyards, the authentic working farm feel. If you are considering South Africa as your wedding destination, then this venue will tick all the boxes for you!

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Wedding Videography – Ex Nihilo, Paarl

The little township of Mbekweni has produced many diamonds out of the rough. Our Groom, Sandise was another one of those guys that rose to great heights from humble beginnings.

For me, a white South African, it was also a great experience to start with the Grooms preps in his parental home in the heart of this township just outside Paarl. What is special about Sandise’s family, is the value they add to relationships and the way that elders are respected.

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Wedding Film – Molenvliet, Stellenbosch

It was a perfect, windless, blue-skied spring day! To top it, we had the most handsome and easy going couple to work with! A big thanks to Nqobile and Bheki for trusting us to capture your special day at Molenvliet Estate in Stellenbosch!

Inimitable, Muldersdrift – Wedding Video

Kedy & Saneli’s wedding on the 6 of March at Zavion Kotze’s stunning Gauteng Wedding Venue was the very last one we shot before all public gatherings were seized in the wake of the WHO Global Pandemic announcement on the 15th of March.

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Wedding Video – Val de Vie, Paarl

Is was the absolutely perfect, windless day for the outdoor ceremony and Sinawe looked absolutely stunning in her Vonve Bridal Couture Dress. After the ceremony, as is the tradition at Val de Vie, the couple threw in the first ball, to start the polo match. With their guests enjoying canapés and sipping champagne while watching the game from the pavilion, we took the gap to take the couple for their photo shoot.

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Wedding Videography Packages

ZaraZoo offers high-quality videography for your wedding or corporate events. Below are the standard videography packages, but you can also contact us if you want a tailored package that suits your specific needs. Our wedding videography team has produced wedding videos since 2003.

A good videographer will not only capture the formalities, but also the emotions and create a fairytale movie trailer for you. Hop on over to our Youtube Channel to view some of our most recent weddings videos, or scroll down to the bottom of the page to see a selected few.

6-Hour Package

6 Hours Coverage on Your Wedding Day

1 Videographer

3 – 5 Minutes Trailer Video (Highlights)

1 Minute Instagram Trailer

Cermony Video – Additional Cost

Speeches Video – Additional Cost

Videos Supplied on Wetransfer

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9-Hour Package

9 Hours Coverage on Your Wedding Day

2 Videographers + Drone

3 – 5 Minutes Trailer Video (Highlights)

1 Minute Instagram Trailer

Full Video of Ceremony – From walking down isle to confetti

Full Video of Speeches

Videos Supplied on Wetransfer

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Live Streaming Your Wedding

Apart from just capturing your wedding or event, we can also live stream it to your guest that cannot attend. Platforms like Youtube Live Streaming and Facebook live Streaming now allows for people to attend your event or conference from a remote location.

On top of the remote attendance benefit, a live video of your event can also save you on the cost of of venue hire. You can now hire a smaller auditorium and let most of your delegates and guest attend the conference online.

Our specialised team of live streaming video professionals can combine footage from multiple cameras and mix it into a seamless video feed that can then be broadcasted live on online streaming platforms like Youtube and Facebook.

If you are looking for an even more elaborate service, we can fill in the gaps on your wedding day with pre-recorded footage of your couple session and recorded messages from people that could not attend the wedding day. We can even include childhood video footage in this product!

Videography Service Explained

A Typical 9-hour Wedding Videography Service will start 3 hours before the ceremony with coverage of the wedding venue exterior and arial photography with the drone. There-after we normally head over to the groom to capture some footage of him and the boys getting ready. This will be followed by footage of the bride getting ready. About 30 minute befor the ceremony we move over the ceremony location to set up all the cameras and plug in our sound recording devices.

After the ceremony, while the bride and groom is congratulated by the guests, one of our team of two videographers go to capture the decor elements of the reception venue. The other cameraman will tay with the couple to get guest reactions and just the joyous atmosphere of guests mingling.

We then take the couple away for their couple photo session with the photographer. If you have both a photographer and videographer, you should allow for at least 1 hour for this couple session so that both stylistic photos and video can be done. anything shorter than that would mean a rush job.

After the couple session both our videographers head over to the reception venue for the setting up of cameras and sound equipment in order to capture the rest of the formalities of the evening.

But the capturing of the video on the day is not even half of the work done to produce your amazing wedding video. Once we get to the office, the footage of the wedding is downloaded and backed up. One can easily have 300 GB of footage for a wedding. You can imagine how many terabytes of video footage we have in storage!

The editing process starts with the syncing of cameras and audio and then we flush the footage of bad clips and unusable segments. Once we have all the good clips together and have an idea of the look and feel we want to achieve, then the creative process starts with finding the right music tracks to accompany the footage. This can literally take days, but it is of great help when the couple indicates what music they would like to have. Once the music is chosen, the editing of the highlights clip will take roughly a day and the editing of the ceremony and reception will take another day.

The editing footage is then given to the client for feedback and this might result in another day of editing. So after about 5 days of work, your wedding video will be finished and ready to be sent to you via Wetransfer.

Now that you have a good idea of the process involved, you might look more favourably at the prices charged by the top videographers in South Africa.

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Luxury Elopement at L’Atrium

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Inimitable Wedding Photos

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Inimitable Wedding Photos

If you like these Inimitable Wedding Photos, then you might also want to have a look at some of the other weddings we’ve covered in Gauteng and the Muldersdrift area.

Red Ivory – Ditshego & Seleme
Red Ivory – Walter & Baakedi
Inanda Polo Room – Mmanake & Tshepo
Oakfield Farm – Marianne & Evros
Summer Place – S’ne & Justice

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Franschhoek Elopement Wedding

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Beach Wedding Inspiration

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Beach Wedding Inspired Styled Shoot

The Wedding Table for our Beach Wedding inspired styled shoot was nothing short of an idyllic masterpiece. the flowers and decor tied in with the Boho theme perfectly. To stick to the natural theme, Marcel got up at the crack of dawn to forage for shells, sea weed, sponge and some flowers in bloom that he found in and around the resort. Colourful glasses and hand painted antique plates and cutlery were used to give the table an eccentric and unique look and feel.

Sea Shack is not marketed as a wedding venue and it does not have furniture, tables and chairs to host a wedding, so we had to source the table and ornate wooden chairs from a nearby wedding venue called Gelukkie. Other decor elements were provided by N Concepts and the antique plates and cutlery is from the scullery of Marcel. I think the wedding table looked fantastic!

The dresses used for this beach wedding inspired shoot was provided by Victor K Couture. The hair and make-up of our models were done by the very talented Mont Romay hair and make-up artist. As photographers, we had an absolute ball! The natural scenery lends to so many backdrops and photo opportunities. The huge boulders at the ceremony location, the sandy beach, the wooden jetty and even the shacks of the resort. We really had an endless array of options to show off the dresses.

Our two very willing models were superb. Not only were they very willing, but also in some cases also a bit daring! To climb to the top of rocks with high heels cannot be easy! My favourite shots of the day was definitely the photos taken in the golden hour as the sun set. It worked out beautifully and I got some stunning shots of our models in their boho inspired dresses.

If you were inspired by our Beach Wedding styled shoot then you might also find the blog posts below of value:

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Cape Point Vineyards Wedding

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Getting Married in Cape Town – South Africa

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Why Getting married in Cape Town is a Good Idea?

South Africa has a coastline that stretches 2800km and sandy beaches are plentiful. It has breathtaking mountain ranges, barely inhabitable deserts and lush forest vegetation. Here on the southern tip of Africa, where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet, you will find an impressive array of different cultures, languages and natural beauty as well as a unique blend of friendly hospitality and invigorating local flavour.

Cape Town is located in the most southernly province, the Western Cape, and has the infrastructure of a first world city. When the Dutch colonised South Africa in 1652, it was at the port of Cape Town that they anchored. The rich history and heritage of the city with the towering mountain at its edge is what makes it such an attractive tourist destination.

Travellers are often amazed at the sheer number of attractions and experiences one can have in the greater Cape Town region. Here you can learn how to kite surf, conquer your fears by diving with great white sharks, taste world class wines and see the Big 5 on Safari, all within a few days!

It is this unrivalled blend of nature and culture that makes Cape Town such an attractive option as a wedding destination and it is why so many couples from the UK, the USA, the Far East and the Middle East opt to get married in our beautiful city. With the weak local currency, foreigners find that the buying power of their pounds and dollars stretch much further than anticipated. Here you can have a 5-star wedding at a fraction of the cost it would set you back on home soil. Further to that, couples simply stay on for another week or two for their honeymoon – it just makes sense!

General Information

Population – Approximately 60 million

Currency – South African Rand (ZAR) – See current Exchange Rate

Languages – 11 official languages – English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, Northern Sotho, Tswana, Ndebele, Swazi, Tsonga, Venda

Religious Orientation – The largest in order are Christian (incl. Catholic, Zionist and Pentecostal churches), Hindu (including Tamil) and Muslim.

Major Cities – Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Durban

Flight Time to Cape Town from

London – 11h30

New York – 19h55

Paris – 14h45

Dubai – 9h45

Singapore – 19h55

Sydney – 31h00

Vaccinations needed – Detailed information can be found here

Visa Requirements – Look up your county here

Where to start?

South Africa is four times the size of the United Kingdom. There are an unlimited number of attractions and activities to be found around the vast variety of landscapes and this makes choosing the perfect itinerary a rather daunting task for prospective visitors.

A good starting point would be to determine your preferred wedding type or location. Do you want a beach wedding, a romantic wedding on a historic wine farm or is it an intimate safari experience you envisage for your wedding. Once you have made the decision on the wedding type, your next point of call would be to start looking for a wedding venue.

A great resource of wedding venues in Cape Town and the rest of South Africa, is the South African Wedding directory, Pink Book Weddings. Hop on over to their Wedding Venues hub to easily browse through hundreds of listed venues, from Beach Venues, Bushveld Venues, Country, City or Wine Farm Venues. They have it all!

When it comes to wedding venues, there are so many choices. It is in and around the town of Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands that you will find most of the prestigious venues. Here you will find historic Cape Dutch Wine Estates that are surrounded by romantic vineyards with converted barns and purpose built venues. Read our blog about the Top 10 Wedding Venues in Cape Town, to see the magnificent venues Cape Town has to offer.

If the wedding planning seems too daunting for you, you might want to employ the services of some of the worlds top wedding planners that are based in Cape Town. Below, we have listed a few for your convenience:

For more wedding planners in and around Cape Town, browse through some of the top coordinators listings on this South African Wedding Directory.

You next step would be to think about all the sights you would like to see and the local activities and famous attractions you would like to experience. In and around Cape Town, you will find these amazing attractions and adventures:

Table Mountain – One of the New 7 Wonders of the World.
The Sandy Beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay
Aquila Private Game Reserve where you can see the BIG 5 on a Safari
Dive with the Sharks in Gansbaai
Do a Zipline between cliffs at the Ceres Zipline
Fine Dining and Wine Tasting in Franschhoek

Cape Town Weather & Climate

The temperate climate of South Africa is one of the main attractions for overseas visitors. Apart from a short rainy season from June to August, Cape Town has sunny , clear blue skies most of the year round.

It has four, clearly-defined seasons

Spring – (September to November) with temperatures between 15 and 22 degrees celsius

Summer – (December to February) 25 to 35 degrees celsius

Autumn – (March to May) 10 to 22 degrees celsius

Winter – (June to August) with the temperature varying between 5 and 20 degrees celsius.

Where most of the country gets rain in Spring and summer, the Cape Town region that tends to have winter rainfall. The best time for getting married in Cape Town is from November to May. From late August to October thousands of indigenous flowers are in bloom; and in Autumn, from April to May, you will experience cooler, less windy days, with the warm hues of autumn colours spreading through the landscapes.

Even though it can be a gamble to host your wedding in winter in Cape Town, it comes with the benefits of vastly reduced rates and you might just strike it lucky and get a beautiful crips winters day. This video explains what Cape Town is like for winter weddings.

Culture, Food & Drink

South Africa is often referred to as “the rainbow nation” because of the large variety of cultures, languages, lifestyles, cuisines, attractions and talents; Its colourful people are a a vibrant mix who has a contagious zest for life. Cape Town, has a rich European flavour due being annexed by the Dutch and the British over the years. Then there is also the influence of the French settlers, the imported Malayan slaves and not to forget the indigenous Khoi and San tribes. Over the years these influences have formed a very unique blend of friendly and interesting people.

In recent years, Cape Town has rocketed unto the culinary scene. The Cuisine in Cape Town is heavily influenced by the European and Malay heritage. This range of cooking styles, combined with the friendly local hospitality, fresh ingredients, very well priced alcohol and award winning South African meats, makes Cape Town a mouth-watering haven for food lovers. Expect to pay only a fraction of what you normally will at their top restaurants.

In South African Restaurants one is expected to tip at least 10% of the total, but sometimes a service charge might already be included. Waitrons are paid a very small basic wage and they usually rely on tips received from customers to supplement their income. Therefore, a tip of fifteen percent is the suggested minimum. Value-added tax (VAT) stands at 15% and is payable as part of the total sum fo your spend.

The Cape Winelands region that surrounds the City of Cape Town, is one of the leading wine producing regions in the world! Here you will find a huge variety of cultivars, blends and distilled alcoholic beverages.

During the hot and humid summers, Capetonians prefer chilled Sauvignon Blanc or Chenin Blanc wines. And during winter the red blends, aged Cabernet Sauvignons, Shiraz and Merlots are brought out of the cellar to warm up the cold winters evenings. The wine estates of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch with their historic Cape Dutch Manor houses and lush green vineyards in between the towering mountains is unrivalled in beauty. A day out wine tasting and lounging under age old oaks is a must do activity.

Wedding Costs

The cost of getting married in Cape Town can range anywhere between R40 000 and R500 000 (Convert to your currency) depending on how basic or extravagant you want to go. This is the cost for your wedding day and excludes bridal and grooms attire and travel and accommodation costs.

In recent years, many wedding venues in Cape Town have set up packages that include most of the elements you will require. These packages can work out a lot cheaper than booking the individual service providers seperately. The majority of Venues are located on Wine Estates and most of the time they also offer accommodation for a some of your guests. Keep in mind that the South African drink and drive laws are very strict and it is highly recommended that you either stay on site or get a driving service like Uber for your transport.

Some venues might not charge an outright venue fee, but rather base their price on the number of guests you will have. They work on a minimum “per-head” basis, but their fee is normally all inclusive of tables, chairs, crockery, cutlery, catering and basic decor.

To ensure a good quality service, we highly recommend you book your photographer and videographer on your own and not to go with the vendors that are included in the venue package. We offer great wedding Photography and Video Packages that can also be customised to suit your needs.

Most suppliers will require a deposit of between 10% and 50% to secure your wedding date. It is also common to settle the remaining outstanding amount at least 14 days prior to the wedding date. Payment normally happens via Electronic Bank Transfer (EFT), but some vendors might accept Credit Card Payments. Few Vendors might insist on cash transactions in hard currency, but where you can, rather opt for the electronic payment option. As a precaution, it is also advisable not to carry large amounts of cash and valuables on your person while travelling around the country.

If you employ the services of a wedding planner ask, you can ask them to make the payments on your behalf. This will save you a lot of headache in setting up a multitude of foreign payment transactions and costs incurred through multiple international currency transfers.

To read more about the cost of getting married in Cape Town, hop on over to this article about wedding costs in South Africa.

Legal Requirements for Getting Married in Cape Town

You do not have to be a South African resident or citizen to get married here. That means any foreign national can get married legally in South Africa. The legal requirements for a marriage (not including customary or civil union, which falls under different legal requirements), are similar to those of most other Western countries; namely:

You should be elegible to get married. (not currently married, no other legal impediments)
For non-citizens, parties must complete the BI-31 form (Declaration for the Purpose of Marriage), which must be completed in the presence of your Marriage Officer.
For legal purposes, two witnesses and the Marriage Officer sign the marriage register after the solemnisation of the marriage in the designated venue.

For more information, visit the website of the Department of Home Affairs in South Africa.

It will take about 6 to 8 weeks for the marriage certificate to be issued. The Marriage Officer should be able to provide sufficient information about the legal process for certification and registration, in addition to the website link above. Follow this link to get in contact with Marriage officers in Cape Town.

For up to date legal requirements, you should contact the South African embassy in your home country, or your country’s embassy in South Africa.

Articles and Resources

Requirements for Foreigners to get married in South Africa – Article by Pink Book Weddings
Wedding Venues in Cape Town and the Cape Winelands
Marriage Officers in Cape Town
Wedding Coordinators in Cape Town
Wedding Advice Youtube Channel
ZaraZoo Cine Wedding Video Youtube Channel

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Weekend wedding Celebration at Molenvliet

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Constantia Wedding Celebration

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Cavalli Estate – Wedding Venue Review

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It will appeal to…

MolenVliet Wedding Venue is what we call an all-in-one venue. There are separate houses for the Bridal and Grooms preparations, countless ceremony options and an amazing main wedding hall for the reception. Having everything in one place, with so many options means you do not have to waste any time in travelling from or between your preps venue or ceremony location. Furthermore, the main reception hall is a blank canvas that can be transformed to fit in with just about any theme you want.

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Ceremony Options at Molenvliet Wedding Venue

When it comes to spaces for wedding ceremonies, Molenvliet Wedding Venue has plenty to offer.

The lawn of the Manor House – This beautiful outdoor setting is surrounded by huge established oak trees and perfectly manicured gardens and flanked by the Manor House. The driveway up to the manor house offers the perfect bridal car entrance and reveal.
The lawn at the entrance fountain – similarly surrounded by beautiful gardens and close to the cottages and guest parking.
The Lawn in the middle of the Vineyards – Imagine getting married right in the middle of the vineyards with river and mountain views!
The Ageing Cellar that can accommodate up to 150 guests seated cinema-style. This venue is perfect for adverse weather conditions and is located right next to the reception venue.

One of my favourite traditions at Molenvliet is for the bride and groom to lead their wedding guests down the hill to the reception venue. The short, magical walk takes you through through the estate on a oak tree lined road the opens up into “The Street”, a road that runs through the scenic main block of vineyards.

Pre-dinner Drinks Spaces

All of the ceremony areas mentioned above can double up as outdoor pre-drinks areas. But added to that are also:

The patio next to the reception venue – with views over the vineyards and Dwarsrivier that runs through the venue, this deck is my favourite. It is close to the bar, kitchen and ablution facilities but you still have that fantastic outdoor feel.
The courtyard in front of the reception hall, this enclosed space with an open roof in the middle and covered perimeter can also be covered with a stretch tent for wet weather conditions. The perfect backup plan!

My favourite is the lawn in the middle of the vineyards! Just imagine sipping your bubbly while surrounded by vineyards and mountains while listening to some fine live entertainment and enjoying the company of your closest family and friends.

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Couple Photos at Molenvliet

When it comes to photo opportunities, MolenVliet has it all and more. This is a working wine farm that produces award winning wines, yet it is manicured to perfection to give a real feeling of opulence and style. Apart from the rolling vineyards, impressive old oaks and winding paths the estate also boasts with one of the most amazing backdrops in the mountains surrounding it.

And if you are worried that it might rain on your wedding day, fear not, the indoor options are just as plentiful. With an impeccably furnished and decorated Manor House and other under-roof facilities your indoor photos will totally match up to the quality of those taken on the rest of the estate.

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Reception Options

Molenvliet offers plenty of versatile reception spaces:

The Main Venue with its “all-white” Colonial meets Cape Dutch style is designed to adapt to any wedding or event, without it ever looking the same. It is the perfect blank canvas! But apart from this main hall that can accommodate up to 250 guests. The rectangular shape means you can apply a multitude of floor plans so that no one wedding will look the same as the other. The hall also boasts with a very spacious modern bar area and a guest lounge with permanent furniture. Both areas are finished off with stylish checkered flooring.
The open-air Courtyard, that overlooks the veranda and deck facing the Vineyards, this is perfect for smaller functions or can be utilised as a dance floor when the venue is at full pax.
The Patio next to the venue – If you are looking for an open-air setting with all the convenience of the adjacent indoor space then this is a good option. This area is for great for smaller wedding parties and intimate weddings.
The Vineyard lawns van be used to erect a marquee – Imagine a clear tent in summer and partying the night away under the stars!

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Bar & Catering

The kitchen at the main reception hall is spacious and fully equipped, but no resident caterer, so you have to hire in your own and outside caterers are welcome.

The bar at the main reception venue is fully licensed and fully stocked. No third-party bar services are allowed and only Molenvliet wines can be served at weddings. Corkage fees apply only to Cap Classique and Champagnes.

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Jonathan & Nicole – Summer wedding
Sulezi & Mutsa – Luxury wedding coordinated by Otto de Jager
Lwanda & Tiro – Coordinated by Wedding Concepts
Cisco & Lani – No seating plan – lounge setup
Annual White Celebration 2014 – Luxury Wedding Industry Party
High Profile Wedding – High Profile Wedding featured in Munaluchi Bride
Allesandro & Delmarie – Italian pilot marries South African blonde

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Luxury Wedding Lake Como

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Traditional wedding in Mthatha

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Lake Como Destination Wedding Photos

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

Ceremony – Villa Confalonieri – Mandello del Lario

Reception – Relais Villa Vittoria – Laglio

Wedding Photos – Villa Monestero & Mandello del Lario

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African Wedding at Red Ivory

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

If you liked this African wedding at Red Ivory, then have a look at these other weddings that we covered here recently:

Ditshego & Seleme – Early summer
Mpho & Lets – Autumn
Rhulani & Nhlanhla’s – Summer

Incidentally, the Rhulani & Nhanhla’s wedding also got featured in Fair Lady Bride Magazine – See the feature below

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Cavalli Wedding Photos

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If you liked these Cavalli Wedding Photos, then have a look at other weddings we have covered there:

Summer – Monique & Moses (colourful)
Winter Wedding – Sean & Pat
Cavalli Wedding Photos (Summer) – Daiana & Samke
Summer Wedding at Cavalli – Thomas & Marie-Grace
Summer Wedding at Cavalli – Tamsyn & Dax
African wedding at Cavalli – Ijeoma & Kunle
Styled Shoot at Cavalli

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Cape Town Waterfront Couple Photos

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Monique & Moses – Signal Hill Cape Town
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Marissa & Cobus – Clifton 4th Beach

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Boschendal Wedding Photos

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Boschendal Wedding Photos

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Intimate Wedding Pictures at Cavalli

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If you liked these intimate wedding pictures at Cavalli, then you might also want to look at other weddings we have covered here:

August (Winter) Wedding – Sean & Pat
Cavalli Wedding Photos (Summer) – Daiana & Samke
Summer Wedding at Cavalli – Thomas & Marie-Grace
Summer Wedding at Cavalli – Tamsyn & Dax
African wedding at Cavalli – Ijeoma & Kunle
Styled Shoot at Cavalli

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Top 10 Luxury African Weddings – ZaraZoo Wedding Photos

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

1. Nqobile & Beheki – Molenvliet Wine Estate in Stellenbosch

The perfect season starter… a Wedding Concepts Wedding at Molenvliet!

We’re so excited to share Nqobile and Bheki’s luxury wedding with you. It was a perfect, windless, blue-skied spring day! To top it, we had the most handsome and easy going couple to work with! A big thanks to Nqobile and Bheki for trusting us to capture your special day!

As many of you might know, Molenvliet had a few upgrades during the low season. One of these was a fantastic new ceremony / pre-drinks area right in the middle of the vineyards. And to add to the grandeur of this fantastic estate, the owners installed two massive fountains on either end of the this area. The result – a stunning, symmetrical and almost Versailles-like vista, with the towering Franschhoek mountains in the background. Honestly, this venue is just getting better and better!

Both bride and groom and their entourage got ready at Molenvliet. With a bride tribe of 8 and an equal number on the groom’s side, this wedding party could have filled up a wedding on their own! Bheki and the boys were dressed in white tuxedo jackets with black pants. The girls looked ever so stylish in their off-white bridesmaid dresses and Nqobile lived up to her eloquent self, looking like a royal princess in her Pronovias Dress.

When I heard that this would be a Wedding Concepts Wedding, I knew we were going to be in for a mind-blowing setup with the decor and design. Again Kate and her creative team created a unique experience that included both classic and modern elements, with a made-from-scratch wedding logo specially designed for the couple. Well done girls! You’re the best of the best!

After the beautiful ceremony, guests were lead down the hill by the couple and their two sons. Guests were entertained by Buddy Holly and his jazz band while feasting on sumptuous braai bits and an array of other finger foods prepared by Two Chefs while we took the couple away for their formal photos. What a joy it is to work with a couple that enjoys taking photos – we had a blast!

The reception venue was as impressive as the ceremony and pre-drinks area. It even included special Champagne and Whiskey bar and a unique floral experience as you’d expect from a Wedding Concepts wedding. The evening included a live show by celebrity comedian Felix Hlophe. All in all, the production was a huge success and we’re extremely happy with the end result and the stunning photos we were able to deliver.

Apart from the Photos, ZaraZoo also did the wedding video. Keep an eye on this blog in a week to see the highlights clip of Nqobile and Bheki’s wedding at Molenvliet

Photography team – Stefan Steenkamp & Jo-Lizna Botha

Video Team – Jaun Buys & Andre van Niekerk

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Cavalli Wedding Pictures

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If you liked these Cavalli Wedding Pictures, then have a look at other weddings we have covered there:

August (Winter) Wedding – Sean & Pat
Cavalli Wedding Photos (Summer) – Daiana & Samke
Summer Wedding at Cavalli – Thomas & Marie-Grace
Summer Wedding at Cavalli – Tamsyn & Dax
African wedding at Cavalli – Ijeoma & Kunle
Styled Shoot at Cavalli

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Top 10 Tips for Planning an Elopement

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

2. Splurge on the Good Stuff

Let’s just say it how it is, shall we? Weddings cost plenty of money. The more people you invite, the more expensive the wedding becomes. However, if you are planning on eloping, you can afford to splurge on the good stuff. Do you want a romantic candlelit dinner for just the two of you in Paris? Do it! Or perhaps you’ve always dreamed of having a picnic under the Eiffel tower. When you elope, you can afford to splurge on the good stuff. Instead of spending all of that money towards the venue, decor, food, ect. of a traditional wedding – put the money towards an unforgettable elopement just for the two of you.

3. Look for a venue that does it all

If you are planning on getting eloped, you want your wedding day to be as easy-going and stress-free as possible, right? The best way to do this would be to find a wedding venue that does it all. Plenty of wedding destinations offer wedding packages. Pick a venue where flowers/sound/champagne is included, it’ll just make your planning a lot easier. Warning – some venues might charge you for using outsourcing vendors so be sure to read the T’s & C’s thoroughly.

4. Pick an amazing photographer

If you decide to elope, one of the most important elements of your wedding day should be the photographer. You’ve already picked an incredible location so pick a photographer that captures the essence of your wedding day and the beauty that surrounds you perfectly. There are even specialist elopement photographers across the globe that travel from continent to continent just to take stunning getaway-wedding photos. A professional photographer is a must-have for an elopement because these photos are the memories that you will be able to share with all of your friends and family who will not be in attendance. Some couples even get videographers to compile beautiful elopement videos with scenic views of the vow exchange.

5. Do it yourself (and do what’s good for you)

What makes plenty of brides feel under pressure when it comes to weddings is that they want to keep everyone happy. They want to please their parents, their in-laws and their friends. One of the best parts about an elopement is that you can actually do what’s good for you. Get the venue and the dress you’ve always been dreaming of, and plan the day you’ve always hoped for – without letting other people’s opinions influence you.

6. Combine your elopement & honeymoon

If you’re going to get married abroad, you should make a trip out of it! It doesn’t really make any sense going somewhere overseas for less than a week. And since you’ll already be there (be it Spain or Bali), you can save some money by having your honeymoon in the same location. Being able to save on the expenses of a traditional wedding is one of the main reasons people choose to elope. So why not put some of the money you saved towards a luxurious getaway for just the two of you.

7. Let your friends and family know (and plan a small event at home)

A big reason why brides may feel sceptical about eloping is because they don’t want to disappoint their friends or family members. If you want to elope, the best thing to do would be, to be honest with them from the start. Explain that you feel like this option is going to be the best for you and your loved one. When you return back home, you can have an event where everyone can be included. Be it a simple dinner, a braai, a picnic or a party. Your loved ones will want to celebrate this joyous occasion with you! If you are not sure yet, check out Pink Book’s 10 Reasons Why You Should Elope.

8. Don’t feel guilty

At the end of the day, you need to do what is going to be the best for you. So don’t feel guilty if you think that eloping is the best option for you. This is the one day where you are allowed to be selfish. Sure, some people are guaranteed to be disappointed but just explain the situation to them without feeling guilty about it. Those who love you will understand.

9. Pay attention to detail

If you elope, you can actually pay attention to the tiny details. Try selecting a venue that has a “just the two of you” package; they may include something like a couples massage, a candle-lit dinner or champagne and strawberries in the package. Find something that is going to make your experience personal and memorable.

10. Get it in writing

Even if it is just the two of you, you should still get everything in writing. Make sure to sign a contract with the venue, read over the T&Cs and get confirmations from all the service providers that are involved. Plenty of destination weddings only offer symbolic weddings. This means that you’ll have to get married legally first before you have the wedding there. The bottom line is, just make sure to be aware of all the legal aspects that are involved.

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Resources for planning an Elopement in South Africa

Wedding Concepts – Planner
The Event Planners – Planner
The Aleit Group – Planner
Other Wedding Vendors / Suppliers in South Africa – Pink Book Wedding Directory

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Vrede en Lust Wedding Photos Cape Town

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Top 5 Wedding Venues in Franschhoek

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

No. 4 – Grande Provence – Wedding Venues in Franschhoek

No 3. – La Residence – Wedding Venues in Franschhoek

Think 5-star opulence, luxury and royal service – That is a very modest description of La Residence Franschhoek Hotel & Spa! Over the last few years, this magnificent establishment has proved itself one the jewels of the Cape Winelands! There are but a few that can compete with the charm and sheer class of this lovely Wedding Venue. La Residence is set on a 30-hectare private estate on the foot of the Franschhoek mountains and is surrounded by plum orchards, lavender fields and vineyards. It is set on the outskirts of one of South Africa’s most famous villages, Franschhoek and just an hour from Cape Town by car. The hotel is part of The Royal Portfolio that includes other famous establishments like Birkenhead House in Hermanus and soon to open The Silo Hotel in the V&A Waterfront.

La Residence Franschhoek Wedding Venue

Is This Wedding Venue for You?

It will appeal to… If you’ve dreamed of a classic, black tie wedding, then this is the one for you. The Hotel itself is a mix between modern rural French and middle eastern architecture with fountains and lush creepers decorating the entrance. The interior speaks of extravagance, with a classic chequered floor filled with beautiful antiques, Persian rugs, crystal chandeliers and luxurious fabrics to create an atmosphere of unequalled opulence. The main dining hall opens up to a marble tiled, U-shaped courtyard that ends in a rim flow pool with vistas over the mountain and orchards.

Then there is the Persian Alley, an open-air section that overlooks the dam with black swans and the whole of the Franschhoek valley. I have seen the most amazing sunsets here in summer, with the skies painted in beautiful colours. The max pax is 150 but I would say that La Residence is ideally suited for smaller, intimate weddings of between 40 and 60, Imagine your closest family and friends dressed in style and seated on the classic long table in the main dining hall.

Do note that if you want to use the Hotel as a wedding venue, then you are required to book out all the accommodation. In essence, for the duration of the wedding, you will have exclusive use of this fantastic hotel, ensuring an uninterrupted celebration!

Wedding Accommodation – Bridal & Grooms Preps

The accommodation is on another level, with suites individually decorated, each with its own theme. Most of the rooms open up onto spacious balconies that overlook the valley below. The hotel can sleep 42 in total; ample space for the main bridal party and more. Be warned that these luxury rooms come at a price though.

In total, the hotel consists of 11 luxury suites (double rooms) and then the 5 Vineyard Suites that can accommodate 4 guests each. Both bride and groom is spoiled for choice when it comes to preparation rooms. The luxury Suites are out of this world! Hands down the best bridal preparations location in the whole of the Western Cape!

Spa Treatments

By the time you get to the venue the day before the wedding, your stress levels might be running high. This is the perfect opportunity to indulge in the fantastic Spa Facilities at La Residence. Unwind, de-stress and get into a calm frame of mind for your big day.

The La Residence Franschhoek Hotel has two in-house therapists. Allow yourself to be pampered in the tranquil, air-conditioned double treatment room or in the privacy of your own balcony. Treatments include Body Therapy, Facial Treatments and Beauty Treatments.

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Signal Hill Couple Photos

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Natelee & Barry – West Coast
Ope & Abe – Strand Beach
Alana & Jan – Strand Beach
Sango & Cindy – Paternoster
Mart-Mari & Oliver – Blouberg

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Top 3 Wedding Venues in Stellenbosch

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

3. Nooitgedacht Estate – Stellenbosch Wedding Venue

Nooitgedacht Estate is situated just 5km outside Stellenbosch on the R304 and a mere 40 minutes by car from Cape Town City Centre. The Estate offers an All-in-One facility that allows for all the preparations and proceedings to happen on-site.

The Manor House and converted slave quarters are very well suited for bridal and grooms preparations. The lush gardens and chapel offers plenty of ceremony options and the rustic converted wine cellar can host receptions of up to 260 guests.

Lovely natural gardens, huge oaks, vineyards, rustic farm buildings and fruit orchards offer a variety of wedding spaces and plenty of photo opportunities. This all is set on the backdrop of the towering Stellenbosch mountains in the distance.

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The Bride & Groom Prep Areas
Ceremony Options & Chapel
Pre-Dinner Drinks Area
Reception Options
Wedding Photography Options
Catering & Bar Services
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It will appeal to…

If you ever dreamed of getting married on a Stellenbosch Wine farm, then Nooitgedacht is probably the picture you had in your head… You walking down from the steps of the historic Manor with its Cape Dutch gables while being showered with confetti by your closest family and friends!

For the bride seeking an opulent start to the day, imagine getting ready in the stunning bridal suite, with its four-poster bed and bridesmaids dancing around your feet… Your wedding ceremony under the shade of an oak tree that is older than the oldest person you know; A stroll and a kiss in the middle of the tree-lined entrance lane; Your grand entrance as Mr & Mrs into the spacious old candle-lit wine cellar.

These are just a few of the special moments you can look forward to when you tie the knot at Nooitgedacht. It is definitely worth its spot in our list of the top 3 wedding venues in Stellenbosch.

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Bridal & Grooms Preps

The Bridal suite in the Manor House is a reminder of the class and grandeur that once bestowed this residence. High wooden ceilings, double doors that open up unto the large veranda (stoep) and a modern, refurbished bathroom are some of the other highlights of this room. It is big, big enough to comfortably fit the bride and all her bridesmaids… and yes, big enough for both moms as well! For the groom and his party, getting ready at one of the 3 converted slave quarters, with ensuite bathrooms, are just perfect! Having both groom and bridal parties do their preparations on site is a big bonus and will relieve a lot of transportation stresses.

Ceremony Options & Chapel

The faunum (chapel) attached to the Wine cellar (reception venue), is a fantastic indoor ceremony option. It is a rustic space with exposed brick walls and old wooden windows and can seat up to 120 guests.

The estate also offers a variety of outdoor ceremony options. The gardens are huge. My favourite spot would be the lawn in front of the manor house, with the bride making her entrance straight from the lovely wooden doors of the from the bridal suite.

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Pre-Dinner Drinks Areas

On a clear sky, sunny summers day, pre-drinks can be done on the lawn in front of the manor house or on the paved area in front of the cellar. Both spots are absolutely magical and will give your guests the full winelands experience while they sip their bubbly under the shade of those ancient oaks that are littered around the homestead.

For winter and grizzly cape rainy days, the foyer of the cellar can be utilised. This area is big enough to accommodate your wedding party, without them feeling squashed. With its wooden floors and ceilings and antique furniture pieces, it gives that warm farmhouse feel that will let the misery outside fade away.

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Reception Options

The old cellar (Banquet Hall) can accommodate up to 260 guests, making it one of the biggest venues in the Stellenbosch area. But do not be alarmed with the size. With clever use of indoor plants and lighting, even a wedding of 120 will not feel sparse. An oak-beamed roof, screed floors and rustically plastered walls are some of the elements that give the cellar its charm. It can be dressed in any theme – a fantastic blank canvas to work with. The main hall is flanked by modern ablution facilities and a bar.

Outdoor, you can set up a see-through marquee on the main lawn or set a long table in the lane that leads up to the homestead. An intimate open-air setting under a huge oak and dangle fairy lights from the overhanging branches is another option. For a less risky outdoor option, there is also the spacious porch of the Manor House, that can be extended with a stretch tent if needed. This would be ideal for smaller wedding parties.

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Wedding Photography Options

Nooitgedacht is one of the best-preserved examples of a Cape Dutch wine farm and it is no surprise that most couples opt to take their photos on the Estate. There is so much to work with. Take a short stroll over the railway line and you’ll arrive at a stunning dam, that mirrors the Simonsberg in the distance. Right next to it, you have lush grassland and vineyards that can be used as a canvas. In springtime, the orchard next to the cellar, with pink and white blossoms makes the perfect fairytale setting.

The homestead itself with lush manicured Gardens, authentic Cape Dutch buildings, expansive lawns with fish ponds and wisteria and boston ivy-clad buildings offer an endless array of photo opportunities.

Not to fear! If your day is rained out, you can get the owners permission to utilise certain parts of the Manor house and its historic architecture and antique furniture.

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Catering & Bar Services

The food at Nooitgedacht is divine! They boast a fully equipped kitchen and world-class chefs. Unfortunately, no outside catering is allowed. The kitchen offers a choice between buffet or plated 3-course meals and canapé’s and is charged on a per-person basis. Candy Bars and dessert tables are also done on request.

The fully stocked bar just next to the main hall is spacious and has a rustic farm feel to it. The venue will provide barmen and waiters at a cost. All wine is supplied by Nooitgedacht and sourced locally from neighbouring wine estates. Should you choose to supply your own wine, corkage is charged at R25 per bottle. The bar is stocked with beers, ciders and spirits and is operated as a cash bar.

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Wedding Concepts Wedding at Molenvliet

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

If you liked this Wedding Concepts Wedding at Molenvliet, you might also fancy these weddings ZaraZoo Photography recently did there:

Fairytale Wedding – Nicole & Jonathan
Courtyard Wedding – Kirsty & Simon
No seating plan reception – Cisco & Lani
Classic Wedding – Sulezi & Mutsa
Wedding with 4 dogs – Ashlynne & Brent

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Cavalli Wedding Photos

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Some more Cavalli Wedding Photos taken over the last few years:

Cavalli Wedding Photos (Summer) – Daiana & Samke
Summer Wedding at Cavalli – Thomas & Marie-Grace
Summer Wedding at Cavalli – Tamsyn & Dax
African wedding at Cavalli – Ijeoma & Kunle
Styled Shoot at Cavalli

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Spring Wedding at Molenvliet

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

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If you liked this Wedding Spring at Molenvliet, you might also fancy these weddings ZaraZoo Photography recently did there:

Fairytale Wedding – Nicole & Jonathan
Courtyard Wedding – Kirsty & Simon
No seating plan reception – Cisco & Lani
Classic Wedding – Sulezi & Mutsa
Wedding with 4 dogs – Ashlynne & Brent
Wedding Concepts wedding – Nqobile & Bheki

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Wedding at Grande Provence – Franschhoek

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:23 +0000

If you liked this wedding at Grande Provence, then you have a look at some other other weddings we’ve covered in Franschhoek.

La Paris – Tala & Saad
La Residence – Antony & Davina
La Residence – Imogen & Savva
Vrede en Lust – Kylie & Peet

Franschhoek is one of the most beautiful parts of the Cape Winelands and South Africa as a whole! It has been a wedding for years and years. With wedding venues like Grande Provence, La Residence, Vrede en Lust, the Conservatory and many more – this picturesque wine producing district is an area to explore when it comes to choosing your wedding venue.

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Stylish Beach Engagement Photo Shoot

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:19 +0000

Their Love Story

A little timeline and some insight into the couple, straight from the fiancé. 🙂

2006 – Not quite Mr & Mrs

Our story started back in 2006 when we met through a mutual friend, we knew there was a spark the minute we started chatting.

We have been inseparable ever since. We took the leap of faith to long distance as we both wanted career development and I moved to London. It was tough but it lasted.

2011 – He put a ring on it

On the 7th August 2011, we got engaged! We have been together for 5 years! I was worried that Sanjeeva was never going to arrange it as he was taking his time…

It was a FABULOUS day! A sunny, rather warm day in the Cape at the end of winter!! To my surprise, we had stopped at the 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa. Welcomed in luxury with champagne and lead to the leopard bar for drinks. The most amazing sunset on this day and the waiter suggested moving to the balcony, to get some pics, little did I realize that as I turn around he would be on one knee! He popped the question and I said: “Did you ask my dad first” afterwards, yes! “About damn time“ What a perfect proposal it was, I was very surprised and very excited! I do, I do, I do! Now we’re getting married.

This engagement photo shoot was one of our most stylish sessions to date. Everything from the couple’s black suit and dress, to the velvet purple couch on the sandy shore.
Rochelle has been a huge fan of ZaraZoo for years, therefore when the love of her life, Sanjeeva, proposed she knew who to contact first – ZaraZoo Photography

ZaraZoo is honoured to have captured their engagement photo shoot as well as their wedding photos. This engagement shoot was something for the books, as it was totally different to what one normally do at the beach… Tracy from Trunk Events was able to get this amazing chair from STUFF Rentals and Sales for this stylish beach engagement shoot.

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Aleit Wedding at Val de Vie

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:19 +0000

An International Wedding Celebration in Cape Town

Our couple wanted a festive celebration – it had to be a fun, light and joyous day for their guests, most of whom travelled from far. To be exact, 13 countries – UK, US, Zimbabwe, Australia, Taiwan, New Zealand, Canada, UAE, Zambia Switzerland, Kenya and South Africa. Tendai and Shari could not be more full of praise fro Nicola of the Aleit Group for the excellent job done in achieving the look, feel and atmosphere they envisaged.

Shari and the girls did their preparations at a luxurious villa on the Polo Estate. She was dressed in a classic creation by American designer, Monique Lhuillier, bought in Amsterdam after a fruitless search in UK Bridal shops. The dress was complemented with a pair of glitzy Jimmy Choos and Swarovski encrusted studs and bracelet. The 6 bridesmaids looked gorgeous in their off shoulder dusty rose pink mermaid dresses

I fell in love with the French Silk trumpet style, teamed with a cute Bow and the Chantilly lace top with lovely flower detail (Just so me)… Kudos to my good friend Kobus Dippenaar for helping with the last minute nips and tucks!

Tendai and the boys got ready at Pearl Valley Golf Estate, right next to Val de Vie. As a big fan of renowned Savile Row designer William Hunt, Tendai wore an Ashmore collection suit and shoes from his favourite designer. His accessories included a silver Patik Phillipe watch, his Oxford University cufflinks, black bowtie handmade in Scotland and a classic cream Christy’s Panama hat and pink happy socks. The Groomsmen were dressed in Navy blue DKNY suits, Grey double-breasted waistcoats, black neckties and Panama hats.

ZaraZoo Photography and Aleit Wedding Planners Work Well as a Team

If you liked this Aleit Wedding at Val de Vie, have a look at a few others we covered there:

Spring – Thembi & Tando
Ebun & Segun – Wedding Concepts
Summer – Luyanda & Siya – Top Billing Wedding
Summer – Kara & Dirk – The Aleit Group
Early Summer – Pontsho & Luthando
Early Summer – Dincer & Tammy
Val de Vie Venue Review

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Black and White Wedding Photos at Lourensford

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:19 +0000

Black and White Wedding Photos by ZaraZoo Photography

This was a completely new request for us as wedding photographers. The couple requested that their wedding is captured completely in black and white photography. Seeing the beautiful vineyards and mountains on greyscale was a new experience for us.

It was a perfect summer’s day in Somerset West. The ceremony was conducted in the tree-lined lane leading up to the venue. After the vows and formalities, the wedding party was led, by a traditional Cape Brass band. The pre-dinner drinks area on was the veranda at Laurent. Here, they were treated to a variety of canapés prepared at food stations. During this, we took the couple for their photo session to a few secret locations on the Lourensford Estate.

Vicky & Ryan wanted a simple yet signature wedding theme for their wedding day and reception. A theme that would make guests say: “That is so Vicky & Ryan!”. To make it all happen, Jade of Jade Customized Events was hired. They briefed her on their desired look and she made the miracle happen! The culmination was all white with touches of rose gold geometrics and greenery. And lots and lots of flowers! Exactly what they envisioned!

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If you liked this Lourensford Wedding, have a look at a few others that we have covered at this awesome venue in Somerset West

Autumn – Shaun & Jade
Summer – Mariette & De Villiers
Early Summer – Ngawethu & Ndumiso
African (Nigerian) Wedding – Afolabi & Debola
Laurent @ Lourensford Venue Review

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Weekday Wedding at Molenvliet

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:19 +0000

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Stellenbosch Wine Farm Wedding

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:19 +0000

The Stunning Outdoor Wedding Ceremony

The outdoor ceremony was conducted on the lawn of the Garden Cottage. Wow, what a setting! It overlooks vineyards and mountains, the perfect setting for exchanging vows! After the ceremony, guests were served champagne and canapés while we took the couple for photos in the estate itself.

The reception tent and setup was built from scratch. Everything from the Kitchen to the washing facilities had to be brought in. This was a logistical feat itself! But the end product was an amazing Bedouin garden venue that compared to some of the best reception venues I have shot at in my 15 years of covering weddings. I must commend Bconfident Events for pulling everything together. What made it even more difficult was that the bride lives in the UK!

Oh yes, how can I forget to mention the hats! I have not seen the invite, but I’m sure it mentioned something about hats being a “must-wear” item for the woman. Since most of the guests jetted in from the UK, it made sense to incorporate this very British tradition of women wearing elaborate hats to weddings. I just love the picture of the hats all pinned together on a wire with washing pegs!

Once the reception got started, the whole wedding party got into another gear! The energy levels spiked and the night ended in a full-on party, with young and old on the dance floor, dancing the night away. Katie & Paul’s wedding was one to remember!

Stellenbosch Wine Farm Wedding Photos by ZaraZoo Photography

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The Most Lavish Wedding At Val De Vie

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:19 +0000

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Most Luxurious, Lavish Wedding in South Africa

The outdoor ceremony was very emotional and sweet and ended off with Sebastien pledging his life to his bride. A series of printed signs were flipped over while Christiana’s favourite song was played in the background.

After the ceremony, guests were treated to a polo match while the French champagne flowed and the most appetising canapés were served. Our couple opted to have their couple shoot the next day. So we had a bit more time to cover the decor of the reception hall. Well yes, we needed a lot of time, as there was so much to take photos of! Just the flowers alone, done by Fleur le Cordeur, ran into 6 figures!!! I have to stop here and give credit to the coordination team of The Event Planners!

Niki and Madri did an outstanding job to organise this wedding – take into account that neither bride or groom live in SA and that neither of them speaks English as a first language. Kudos to them! I guess this is where their experience in the wedding industry came in! Seriously, – I do not know a lot of other planners that could pull off an event of this magnitude so flawlessly!

The reception was amazing! Sebastien and Christiana just did not stop wooing each other! First, there was the company of classical ballerinas, then an insane physical performance by a duo of acrobats. This was followed by jugglers and by Christiana and her girls giving Sebastien a private rehearsed dance. The food was out of this world and the cake… OMW… where do I start? It had 9 tiers and was made by the cake wizards from Wades Cakes!

And for a spectacular end to a jam-packed day, Sebastien treated his new wife to a romantic fire show. This was display by the very talented fire dancers of FireTribe.

Photoshoot with Cheetahs!

Oh yes, how dare I forget the unusual shoot request for the next day. I must say, I was a bit nervous to incorporate real live Cheetahs into the post-wedding shoot the next day. Not only have I never been so close to a big cat, but also nor did I know how our couple would handle it. To top it, the extremely windy conditions outside meant we had to do the whole shoot with the cheetahs indoors. Just imagine being confined in a room with two killer cats! Well, it was not so bad in the end. I must say these two kitties were very well behaved – they must have had a decent meal before they got there. But one thing is certain, while my one eye looked through the lens, the other one kept a close eye on their every move…

Top Wedding Photographers in South Africa

If you liked this Wedding at Val de Vie, then have a look at a few others we have covered there recently:

Spring – Thembi & Tando
Summer – Ebun & Segun – Wedding Concepts
Summer – Kara & Dirk – The Aleit Group
Early Summer – Pontsho & Luthando
Early Summer – Dincer & Tammy
Summer – Tendai & Shari – The Aleit Group
Val de Vie Venue Review
Top Billing Wedding @ Val de Vie

Val de Vie is one of the top Wedding Venues in the Cape. If you are venue hunting and want to see more venues like these in the Cape Winelands, follow this link to the Paarl Venues listed in the Pink Book Wedding Directory.

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Top Billing Wedding – Val de Vie

Stefan Steenkamp — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:41:19 +0000

Luyanda Nyathi and Siyabonga Mnikathi’s Beautiful Wedding

It was an outdoor ceremony, held in the courtyard next to the grand ballroom. Our couple exchanged vows in front of 180 of their closest friends and family in a beautiful ceremony on a perfect blue-skied day. Finding a good shot was a bit tricky, as we had to compete with the Top Billing wedding and Video crew, so you might see the odd cameraman in a shot, but I think we did well to dodge the most of them. At the end of the day, this wedding was a movie magic spectacular!

After the ceremony, guests were ushered to the Polo Pavillion where Veuve Clicquot Champagne was served along with the most sumptuous canapés and treats. To top it, our couple arranged for a Polo match to be played as entertainment for guests!

The Grand Ballroom at Val de Vie was decorated in style by Okasie. The Classic & Elegant theme that Luyanda envisaged came to life when the party started as the bridal party made their dancing entrances. After speeches and formalities, guests yet again moved to another venue at Val de Vie for the “After Party”. What a fantastic way to celebrate a marriage!

Photos by Stefan Steenkamp & Laura da Paixao & Lilani Carinus

Top Billing Wedding Feature

If you liked this Top Billing Wedding at Val de Vie, then have a look at a few others we have covered there recently:

Spring – Thembi & Tando
Summer – Ebun & Segun – Wedding Concepts
Summer – Kara & Dirk – The Aleit Group
Early Summer – Pontsho & Luthando
Early Summer – Dincer & Tammy
Summer – Tendai & Shari – The Aleit Group
Val de Vie Venue Review

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