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It’s a new year at Simple Oahu Wedding, and we thought we’d welcome it in with a fresh look at our stunning Oahu wedding venues–just in time for Valentine’s Day!
If you’re planning an Oahu ceremony and seeking out the perfect locale for your Big Day, one of our top sites is sure to make your wedding dreams come true. Come take a peek at our most popular venues, complete with beautiful photos of real Oahu weddings!
Kualoa Ranch Secret Island Ceremony
Overview:
Secret Island is a remote and completely secluded white sand beach in the private nature reserve of Kualoa Ranch. This Oahu site is protected by prominent valleys and towering mountain peaks and is considered to be one of the most sacred places on the island, harkening back to “Old Hawaiʻi.” Its dense tropical foliage and 800-year-old Moli’i Fishpond is a living relic of the traditional way of life, free from commercial pursuits and modern developments.
History:
Kualoa Ranch was established in 1850 and still serves as a cattle ranch owned by the descendants of Dr. Gerritt P. Judd. The mission of this long-established family is to protect the sacred land of Kualoa and to educate its visitors with the rich history of the reserve and instill a reverence for the environment and Hawaiian culture.
Tours and weddings at this location help the ranch “keep the lands undeveloped so that future generations will be able to enjoy them as well” (Kualoa).
What Makes it Spectacular:
Ceremonies at Secret Island on Kualoa Ranch are the epitome of intimate and exclusive. This venue is so private that wedding parties can only access the shoreline by voyaging on a traditional Hawaiian fishing boat over a 135-acre pond. The wooden pier and the soft rocking of the water make for a once-in-a-lifetime experience for guests and a fairytale wedding for the couple…
Following the boat ride, you’ll be guided through winding trails of native hau trees, leading into a grand reveal of the magnificent Kane’ohe Bay, the islet of Mokoliʻi (Chinaman’s Hat), and the powder-soft sands of Secret Island.
And just like the seascape, the mountainside of Secret Island is uniquely breathtaking. Guarded by Kaʻaʻawa Valley, Kualoa Valley, and Hakipuʻu Valley, one of the hallmarks of this ancient location is its diverse greenery and land structures. This beach locale is populated with wetland birds and features tropical, marshy, and jungle terrain.
Secret Island is the ideal wedding venue for couples who long for privacy, adventure, and a chance to experience “Old Hawaiʻi.”
Things to Consider:
- Secret Island offers seating for up to 50 guests.
- Ample parking is available.
- Its waterfront location faces north-east, which means comfortable afternoon shade in place of vivid sunsets.
- Because this venue is so secluded, only portable restrooms are accessible on the beach.
- This package is available Mon-Fri for a 4 PM ceremony with an additional charge for Saturday and Sunday weddings.
Click here to see more real weddings at this venue or learn more about the packages we offer.
Paradise Cove Luau
Overview:
Paradise Cove Luau is situated on Oahu’s leeward shore and features spectacular sunset views. This gorgeous venue offers two ceremony location options: a perfectly manicured lawn or a white sand beach, both are embraced by swaying palms and the pristine Hawaiian ocean.
History:
In Hawaiiana, the leeward side of Oahu is considered to be a place for royalty, which makes it a fitting locale for an Oahu venue location that offers traditional Hawaiian entertainment and food. Paradise Cove Luau has serviced guests for more than 20 years and makes it a priority to preserve the culture and history of the island.
What Makes it Spectacular:
Sunsets, ocean, and sandy shores, this venue has all the breathtaking tropical beauty of Oahu! If you’re drawn to the island vibes of a beach wedding, then Paradise Cove Luau is an idyllic locale. It boasts some of the most sweeping and exquisite panoramic views available. And following the ceremony, we’ll stroll down to the shoreline for some stunning portraits on the sand.
Paradise Cove Luau also offers a unique reception option to delight your guests. You can book directly with the venue to reserve a table for the luau, and as you wait for the sun to go down and the fires to alight, you can indulge in an optional cocktail hour with your closest friends and family… or make reservations at one of the nearby renowned restaurants in the Ko‘olina area.
This venue is perfect for the couple who dreams of a Hawaii beach wedding with postcard-worthy flair.
Things to Consider:
- While this venue does have a reception option, there’s no onsite location to get ready in.
- The ceremony is on private property but the beach behind it is open to the public, so it’s not 100% private.
- Only the bride and groom may access the beach for photos after the ceremony. Guests are asked to remain on Luau Grounds.
Click here to see more real weddings at this venue or learn more about the packages we offer.
Royal Hawaiian Golf Club
Overview:
Situated in the endless greenery of Maunawili Valley, the Royal Hawaiian Golf Club is truly one of Hawaii’s hidden gems. Spanning over 1,100 acres of Kailua, this Oahu wedding venue offers one of the most spectacular outdoor ceremony sites. Standing atop the manicured garden lawn, couples say “I do” with the majestic Mount Olomana and Ko’olau Mountain Range towering on the horizon.
History:
The Royal Hawaiian Golf Club was co-designed by the world-famous father-and-son architect team of Peter and Perry Dye. It opened in 1993 and has recently been updated with a fresh blueprint by the renowned golfer Greg Norman.
What Makes it Spectacular:
This venue is all about the scenery. Lush tropical jungles, pristine ponds, and glistening streams are just a few of the natural elements that adorn this elegant yet rustic course.
After the ceremony, you’ll be treated to a cart ride through old Hawaiian trails, whisking you away to each breathtaking locale and making for an unforgettable photo extravaganza! You’ll cross over stone bridges, pose in front of a traditional Hawaiian rock wall, and share your first tender moments as a married couple with sweeping water features in the backdrop.
Not only is the terrace exquisite, but this venue also boasts a stately 45,000 square-foot Clubhouse with a restaurant and full bar onsite. Reception accommodations may be booked directly with the vendor and include rooms for both intimate and lavish parties.
The Royal Hawaiian Golf Club is ideal for a couple who loves the native greenery of Hawaii.
Things to Consider:
- This venue offers up to 30 chairs for the ceremony.
- Ample and free parking is available.
- Waimanalo beach is 30 minutes away, so with additional photography time, it’s possible to capture vivid oceanfront photos.
- This venue has an abundance of amenities including onsite restrooms, outlets, ballrooms, and a full bar.
Click here to see more real weddings at this venue or learn more about the packages we offer.
In addition to these top 3 venues, we also offer an exclusive yacht ceremony aboard the vintage Vida Mia. First built in 1929, this unique vessel has recently been restored to all of its Great Gatsby Charm. Entertain your guests in style, and say “I do” as you sail into the horizon.
With such gorgeous options, you can’t go wrong! And whichever Oahu venue location you choose, we look forward to coordinating your Hawaii wedding!
Is a venue package not for you? Come check out our Oahu beach wedding packages.
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A gentle mist blessed the valley during the spirited Oahu beach wedding of Michelle and Hanna-Klara. We were honored to capture the sweet and endearing love that shines from this beautiful young couple.
With the Secret Island of Kualoa Ranch setting the stage, the ceremony was feminine with a splash of tropical allure and foggy mystery. Endless blooms of coconut palms and local greenery painted the shoreline, while the calm ocean lapped gracefully in the foreground. It all served as the perfect canvas to capture the tender affection that filled this whimsical Oahu wedding.
Before setting sail to Secret Island, the couple shared a few intimate moments on the floating dock, rocking to-and-fro with the pulse of the ocean. Does it get more romantic?
The ceremony was ordained over by the talented Kahu Kawena Mechler. She began the union with a traditional Hawaiian chant, and the guests fell into a silent reverie as they soaked in the melody, the oasis-like venue, and the tranquil love between the brides.
Michelle guided Hanna through the Jewish tradition of glass breaking as her proud father took pictures of the joyous occasion.
We loved the thoughtful touch of the two overlapping rainbows on the silken sack. It was a perfect way to commemorate both family heritage and the LGBTQIA community.
This stunning capture looks as if it was freshly painted. Two lovely women donned in white dresses carrying bouquets and parasols, all set against the aquamarine sea… did we just stumble into a Monet?
As an end to the beautiful day, the couple shared their first dance on the wooden dock, swaying to the music and the rhythm of the ocean.
Thank you for sharing your Special Day with us, Michelle and Hanna… we wish you the fondest aloha in the years to come…
Oahu Beach Wedding – Details:
Time of day: Afternoon
Oahu Wedding Venue: Kualoa Secret Island
Oahu Wedding Photographer: Pinky from Simple Oahu Wedding
Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kawena Mechler
Onsite Coordinator: Oli
Hair and Makeup: Reveal
Wedding Musician: David Asing
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It doesn’t get better than an Oahu Destination Wedding at Kualoa Secret Island! With one look it’s easy to see why this venue is one of our favorites. I mean just check out those majestic mountains! And then if that isn’t enough to convince you of the beauty of this location, imagine taking a relaxing ride on a catamaran to cross the ocean to this private setting! Amazing right?!
Besides choosing an amazing setting for their Oahu Destination Wedding, Katelyn and Joshua also showed up in style for their ceremony. And we love that our bride’s daughter was her maid of honor and got to participate in all of the festivities! Plus she looked amazing too!
Overall this was such a special day and we cannot thank Katelyn and Joshua enough for sharing it with us! Congratulations and Warm Aloha to you both!
Oahu Wedding Packages: Simple Oahu Wedding
Onsite Coordinator: Mai of Simple Oahu Wedding
Oahu Wedding Photographer: Jasmine of Karma Hill Photography
Videographer: Red Ring Studio
Oahu Officiant: Pastor John Fuchigami
Wedding Arch: Aloha Artisans
Oahu Wedding Floral: Bouquets & Arch Floral by The Happy Haku
Hair & Make-up: Reveal
Oahu Wedding Venues: Kualoa Secret Island
Time of Day: Evening
See another gorgeous Oahu wedding here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/laura-makoto-oahu-venue-wedding/
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Nikki and JR are no rookies at this relationship stuff! They’ve been building their life together for the last 10 years and this beautiful wedding in Hawaii is just a new chapter in their book!
Nikki & JR met in high school. JR was a junior and Nikki a sophomore when they met. They have a beautiful 8 year old daughter named Madeline who we absolutely adored! We love the special part she took in their Oahu Venue Wedding. Her love and affection for her parents was just so sweet to capture.
After their beautiful union officiated by Reverend Dennis Chong, Nikki and JR enjoyed some time along the shore of Kualoa Secret Island. The backdrops are just spectacular there and we always enjoy capturing the beauty there. Thank you so much Nikki and JR for choosing Simple Oahu Wedding for your Oahu Venue Wedding! We thoroughly enjoyed everything about your special day!
Oahu Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding
Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding
Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan of Karma Hill Photography
Oahu Officiant: Reverend Dennis Chong
Oahu Wedding Floral: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii
Videographer: Tone Hawaii
Oahu Wedding Venues: Kualoa Secret Island
Time of Day: Evening
See another Oahu wedding here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/oahu-venue-wedding-tracy-mike/
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We cannot get over how perfect Anna and Andrew’s Kualoa Secret Island Wedding was! For starters it was the most beautiful day on Oahu. With beautiful blue skies and just the right amount of cloud coverage to create that magic lighting we love so much. And it really doesn’t get better than this epic venue!
An Epic Wedding Venue
It’s one of our favorites for a reason. I mean who wouldn’t want to start their wedding festivities by hoping on a catamaran and crossing the ocean to this beautiful beach surrounded by the most amazing mountains?! If you’re looking for a paradise setting, a Kualoa Secret Island Wedding is the perfect fit!
Anna and Andrew had a truly memorable ceremony as they exchanged heartfelt vows with the ocean behind them. And what made it even more special is that they were surrounded by loved ones! We’re confident this is a day none of them will ever forget, how could they? We know we sure won’t!
After saying “I do” our newlyweds were excited to take wedding portraits to further commemorate the occasion! And we cannot get over how perfect these two are together. We can tell just by the way they look at each other that they will have the most amazing life together as husband and wife!
Thank you so much, Anna and Andrew, for letting Simple Oahu Wedding celebrate with you on such a special occasion! We had the most wonderful time with you and wish you all the best on the journey ahead. Congratulations and Warm Aloha!
Oahu Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding
Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding
Oahu Wedding Photographer: Mike of Karma Hill Photography
Oahu Officiant: Pastor John Fuchigami
Musician: Jeremy
Oahu Wedding Floral: Pastel Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii
Hair & Make-up: Heather
Oahu Wedding Venues: Kualoa Secret Island
Time of Day: Evening
View our recent wedding: Anna & Danny’s Oahu Beach Wedding
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Tracy & Mike’s Oahu Venue Wedding was truly spectacular and we were so honored to have been a part of it. The Secret Island Venue at Kualoa Ranch did not disappoint this weekday afternoon. The soft lit skies and calm water provided a peaceful setting for Mike & Tracy!
This sweet pair met when Mike moved to Taiwan for a teaching job. He ended up meeting Tracy on a dating app and the rest is history. The both felt a connection right away and Mike describes his sweet bride as his ‘perfect life partner!’ It doesn’t get much sweeter than that! It’s clear that their love for each other is sweet and true! We love how Mike even shed a quick tear during their ceremony!
Thank you so much Tracy & Mike for including Simple Oahu Wedding on this stop in your journey! We are honored and we wish you two the very best in the years to come!!
Oahu Wedding Packages: Simple Oahu Wedding
Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding
Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan of Karma Hill Photography
Oahu Officiant: Kimo Taylor
Musician: Jeremy
Oahu Wedding Floral: Sweet Blossoms Hawaii
Oahu Wedding Venues: Kualoa Secret Island
Time of Day: Evening
See our recent Oahu wedding here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/marissa-ryan-oahu-venue-wedding/
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After working on Oahu for a couple of summers years back, Lindy knew she wanted to get married here. So we loved helping plan this Oahu Venue Wedding! Having met on Bumble, a dating app where the women ask the men out, Lindy knew she was interested in David from the beginning. And we think they make a perfect match!
With loved ones there to celebrate with them, including our groom’s two sons, this was a ceremony full of love and excitement. Just as a wedding should be! So we’re confident this is a day none of them will ever forget. Thank you so much, Lindy and David, for letting Simple Oahu Wedding share in the joy of your special day. Congratulations and Warm Aloha!
Oahu Wedding Packages: Simple Oahu Wedding
Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding
Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan of Karma Hill Photography
Oahu Officiant: Pastor John Fuchigami
Hair & Make-up: Bride’s Sister
Oahu Wedding Floral: Sweet Blossoms Hawaii
Oahu Wedding Venues: Kualoa Secret Island
Time of Day: Evening
View our recent wedding: Tangible Love ~ Alicia & David’s Oahu Destination Wedding
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With their 3 month baby boy Gus and loved ones in tow, Polly and John were so excited to get married at an Oahu Destination Wedding! They went full aloha style for their wedding party’s attire, and we thought it was so cute how our groom and his little son matched. I mean just check out how adorable these photos of them all together are! We’re obsessed.
We love how this Oahu Destination Wedding created an intimate yet festive setting for this couple to say, “I do” in paradise. One of our favorite parts of this location is the private boat access. Not only does it make for a memorable experience, but it’s also super fun for wedding portraits! Which is always a plus 🙂 . Thank you, Polly and John, for letting Simple Oahu Wedding be part of such a special day! Congratulations and Warm Aloha!
Oahu Wedding Packages: Simple Oahu Wedding
Onsite Coordinator: Vy of Simple Oahu Wedding
Oahu Wedding Photographer: Jasmine of Karma Hill Photography
Oahu Officiant: Pastor John Fuchigami
Wedding Floral: Sweet Blossoms Hawaii
Oahu Wedding Venues: Kualoa Secret Island
Time of Day: Evening
Check out our last Oahu wedding here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/yukie-david-oahu-beach-wedding/
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