The Ultimate Oahu Packing List

The ultimate packing list for Oahu Elopements that you’ve been searching for! Whether you’re having a beach,  waterfall, mountain, or catamaran elopement, this list will make sure you don’t forget a thing!

So you’re eloping in Oahu, Hawaii, but you’re not sure what to pack!

Congratulations on choosing to have your elopement on the beautiful island of Oahu! There are plenty of fun and adventurous activities to do on the island, but there are also many weather conditions to consider. With both of these aspects in mind, it may be challenging to decide what to pack for your perfect Oahu elopement! But don’t worry, this blog has everything you need to make a packing list that suits your needs. Let’s get started!

Packing Lists for your Elopement in Oahu

PACKING LIST FOR THE PLANE RIDE TO OAHU:

  • Wedding Dress and/or Suit in a garment bag as a “personal item” to carry-on
  • Neck Pillow
  • Head Phones
  • Eye Mask
  • Portable charger and charging cord

LEGAL NECESSITIES PACKING LIST:

  • Photo Identification
  • Marriage License or License
  • Permits
  • Need help with getting a Hawaii Marriage License? Head over to my blog here- “How to Elope in Oahu Legally”

ALL WEATHER PACKING LIST FOR OAHU:

  • Light, breathable clothing like shorts and flowy dresses for casual/formal occasions
  • Hiking clothes you don’t mind getting wet or dirty. Running shorts and biking shorts work great!
  • Waterproof hiking boots
  • Sandals
  • Rain jacket

PACKING LIST FOR AN OAHU BEACH ELOPEMENT:

  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Hats
  • Swimsuits
  • Sunglasses
  • Sandals

PACKING LIST FOR AN OAHU WATERFALL ELOPEMENT:

  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Waterproof Hiking Shoes
  • Insect Repellent
  • First Aid Supplies
  • Wedding Dress and/or Suit in garment bags

PACKING LIST FOR AN OAHU MOUNTAIN ELOPEMENT:

  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Waterproof Hiking Shoes
  • Insect Repellent
  • First Aid Supplies
  • Wedding Dress and/or Suit in garment bags

PACKING LIST FOR AN OAHU CATAMARAN/BOAT ELOPEMENT:

  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Hats
  • Swimsuits
  • Snorkeling Gear- fins, mask, snorkel! You can also rent these on the island!
  • Sunglasses
  • Sandals
  • Wedding Dress and/or Suit in garment bags

PACKING LIST FOR THE PLANE RIDE BACK HOME:

It’s a must to bring Hawaiian gifts back home from the islands! Here are my favorites:

That’s it! As your elopement photographer, I will help you build your packing list and more! In addition to capturing every special moment on your elopement day, I also provide timeline creation & management, an informative guide, personalized planning, permit assistance, location scouting, unlimited communication, sneak peeks within 48 hours, optional officiant services, and all photographer travel fees covered! Let’s start planning your Oahu elopement today! Contact me here!

If you want more tips for your Oahu Elopement, check out my How to Elope in Oahu Resource here!

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alexis & blake,
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Beyond her incredible work, she is truly a wonderful human being inside and out. What made the experience even more special was how she made every step of the planning feel custom and tailored just for us as a couple. She is thoughtful and intentional—not only with what she captures through her lens but also behind the scenes in ways you might not even realize.  On top of it all, Sheryl goes above and beyond. She is professional, reliable, and trustworthy—qualities that made us feel completely confident and at ease every step of the way. Her kindness, professionalism, and genuine care made the whole journey effortless and joyful. We are grateful for the beautiful memories she captured. These photos are not just pictures—they’re a timeless treasure we will cherish forever. 

uyen & aaron,
thailand multi-day elopement

From our first call, I could feel Sheryl’s excitement and passion for what she did. As a type A girly, I loved how organized and detailed Sheryl was. From her intake form to our Zoom calls to texts and emails back-and-forth, I knew Sheryl would carry out our day exactly how we envisioned it. And she did just that! We are over the moon at how our photos turned out. Sheryl was our biggest hype man, kept us (mainly me) calm and collected when things didn’t pan out the way we expected, and weathered every storm with grace.  She captured our day perfectly.

tracy & Carlos, switzerland multi-day elopement

From planning out our adventures, and even scouting the day before at each location, she helped with everything. She was always in constant communication from the first day we reached out to her, till the day that our gallery was sent to us. Our photos truly captured the pure bliss and love that we felt in each moment, and we will cherish them forever. We were so comfortable with traveling with Sheryl throughout our multi-day elopement, and had so much fun as well! We truly don't know what magic Sheryl has in her, as well as those cameras of hers, but every picture was so magically beautiful, and we love her so much (I mean, she even slept in an igloo for us, how could we not?!).