The Big Island
HAWAII WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER
Big Island Wedding Videographer
I've been filming weddings throughout Hawaii for more than a decade, and the Big Island is one of the places I keep coming back to. It's a completely different experience from the other islands, with everything from the resort-lined Kohala Coast to paniolo country around Waimea and the volcanic landscape of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
For me, the best wedding films aren't just about how beautiful the setting is. They're about the people, the emotion, and all the little moments that make the day yours. I take a relaxed, unobtrusive approach so you can stay present with the people you're there to celebrate with while I document everything as it unfolds.
Whether you're planning a wedding at a resort on the Kohala Coast, a private estate near Kona, or somewhere completely unique, the Big Island gives us an incredible backdrop without needing to manufacture the moments.
A FEW BIG ISLAND VENUES I'VE FILMED AT
Kona Village Resort - Mauna Lani Resort - Mauna Kea Beach Hotel - Kona Beach House
Big Island Wedding Films
Connor + Gillian | Mauna Lani Resort
Paul + Kimia | Mauna Lani Resort
Aaron + Amanda | Mauna Lani Resort
Sage + Kaitlyn | Kona Beach House
Keao + Sarah | Private Residence
Logan + Olivia | Kona Village Resort
Big Island Wedding Venues
The Big Island has some incredible places to get married, especially along the Kohala Coast. I've had the opportunity to film at Kona Village, a Rosewood Resort, and it's one of those properties where the setting and atmosphere give you so much to work with.
Mauna Lani is another favorite, with a beautiful coastal setting and plenty of variety throughout the property. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is another incredible option, with its oceanfront setting and classic Hawaii resort feel. And then there's Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, which has a completely different character and one of the island's most iconic beaches.
Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or a full wedding weekend with everyone you love, there are some incredible options across the island.
Filming Weddings on the Big Island
The Big Island has a little bit of everything. You can start the morning overlooking the Pacific, drive through green ranch country around Waimea, and end the day somewhere that looks like another planet. That variety is part of what makes filming here so much fun.
The Kohala Coast is home to some of Hawaii's most beautiful wedding resorts, while Kona has its own laid-back coastal feel. Head inland and the landscape changes completely, with rolling pastureland, eucalyptus forests, and views toward Mauna Kea. Further south, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park brings an entirely different side of the island into view.
Wherever your wedding takes place, my approach stays the same. I'm there to document the people and the feeling of the day without turning it into a photo shoot. The laughter, the nerves, the hugs, the happy tears, and everything happening between the big moments are what make your film yours.
While You're on the Big Island
If you're bringing your family and friends to the Big Island for your wedding, I'd encourage you to make some time to experience the island together. There's so much more here than beautiful beaches and resort pools, and some of the best memories can happen on the days surrounding the wedding.
Big Island Wedding Videographer FAQ
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I think one of the biggest things that makes the Big Island different is the size of the resorts. The Kohala Coast has some really incredible, high-end properties, and they give you a lot of room to spread out and make the day your own.
Because the resorts are so large, most have multiple options for your ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception. You aren't locked into having everything happen in one spot. You can build the flow of the day around the places you like most, move around the property, and have each part of the wedding feel a little different.
I also really like that you can have your family and friends stay with you at the same resort. Everyone can be together for the whole weekend, hang out at the pool or beach, grab dinner, and actually spend time together outside of the wedding day.
The Big Island just does the big destination wedding really well. The resorts are beautiful, the service is high-end, and there's enough space and flexibility to make the whole weekend feel like your own.
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One of my favorite things about a Big Island wedding is having so many options for the days around the wedding. The island is huge and incredibly diverse, so you can have a completely different experience depending on where you go.
Go night diving with manta rays off the Kona Coast. You don't need to be a diver to experience it, and watching these massive animals glide through the water at night is one of the most memorable things you can do on the island.
Take a day trip to Hilo and explore the east side of the island. It's a completely different feel from the resort areas around Kona and the Kohala Coast, with lush scenery, waterfalls, local food, and a more laid-back atmosphere.
Visit Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and see the volcanic landscape that makes the Big Island so unique. Depending on conditions, you may even get to see an active eruption.
Go horseback riding around Waimea and experience the island's paniolo country. The green rolling hills and open pastureland feel worlds away from the beaches and resorts along the coast.
If you're bringing your favorite people all the way to Hawaii, I'd make the most of the time together. The wedding day is only one part of the experience.
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Kona Village, a Rosewood Resort is probably the one that stands out most to me. I've filmed there and absolutely love the way the property feels. It's beautifully connected to the landscape and has this incredible sense of place that comes through in a wedding film.
Mauna Lani is another one I really enjoy, especially because there's so much variety throughout the property. And I'm looking forward to filming at Four Seasons Hualalai as well. Mauna Kea is another great option if you're drawn to a more classic Hawaii beach setting.
The Big Island is nice because these venues don't all feel like variations of the same resort. They each have their own personality, which means the right choice really comes down to what kind of experience you want your wedding weekend to have.
