The Church of the Good Shepherd is an iconic photography site. However as we need to protect the church grounds and manage the expectations of other visitors we require professionals to apply for a Private Property Use permit and pay a fee.
Priority will always be given to couples who have arranged to be married at The Church of the Good Shepherd for whom the commercial rates below do not apply.
The fee is for photography on Church grounds and doesn't include access to the Church.
Exclusive access is not offered.
No wedding or commercial photography is allowed on the grounds without permission and payment. This applies to all wedding couples not married in a ceremony at the church and all groups accompanied by a professional photographer. The fee is payable to the church guide on arrival or by prior bank transfer and a permit issued. No professional photos permitted on Sundays.
30 minute session | $100
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No public access after the gates are closed at dusk.
Concessions are available to Wedding Photographers visiting the site often:
10 x 30 minute sessions | $800.00
10 x 60 minute sessions | $1200.00
Please apply for a permit prior to your first visit. You will be asked to leave if you do not have a permit. No professional photos on Sundays.
No public access after the gates are closed at dusk.
Professional sessions not permitted on Sunday (all day).
The church and grounds may be closed at any time for a private wedding or funeral for up to 2 hours.
Please apply for a permit prior to arrival. Please note access is not permitted inside of the church or on the grounds at night.
APPLY FOR PERMIT
Please contact us well in advance to apply for a permit. Fees are dependent on duration of filming, exclusive access requirements and eventual use. Please note access is not permitted inside of the church.
Filming is not permitted on Sunday.
The church and grounds may be closed at any time for a private wedding or funeral for up to 2 hours.
T's & C's are available upon request.
Situated on the shores of Lake Tekapo amidst the natural beauty of the lake and mountains, the Church of the Good Shepherd was built to the glory of God and as a memorial to the Mackenzie pioneers.
Find out moreSet amidst the lake and mountains visitors from all over the world are entranced by the majestic landscape surrounding the Church of the Good Shepherd.
Find out moreThe Church of the Good Shepherd was built to provide a place of worship and a place of gathering for weddings, baptisms and funerals in Mackenzie. We celebrate and mourn together.
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