Helicopter Glacier Wedding on the Knik Glacier in Palmer Alaska

Bec & Nick’s Alaska glacier wedding was out of this world. They tied the knot through the Alaska Glacier Lodge‘s helicopter tour to the Knik Glacier in Palmer Alaska. I was not only honored to be there to witness their elopement, but I had the honor of photographing this unique experience. Megan Rai was there to document the adventure cinematically. Bec & Nick then played their wedding video at their reception later that year.

Alaska Glacier Lodge wedding bride and groom kissing in front of mountains by elopement photographer jessica sofranko

The Riverside Airbnb

Bec & Nick stayed the night before at The Riverside AK Airbnb a-frame. It was the perfect getting ready spot. The airbnb featured a hot tub, gorgeous sunset views and clean aesthetics for getting ready photos. Kelsey with Lipstick & Bobbypins did the bride’s hair and make up.

Helicopter at Alaska Glacier Lodge

After getting ready, the couple did a first look at the airbnb before heading over to the Alaska Glacier Lodge for their helicopter tour. The bride’s parents were in attendance and the ceremony officiated by the helicopter pilot. The couple explored the Knik Glacier for more photos and even scooped up and then toasted with glacier water. “Magical” doesn’t do this experience justice.

Dinner at Chop House

After their Alaska Galcier wedding, the couple and their guests dined at Chop House at Lake Lucille in Wasilla, Alaska. It was the perfect spot to celebrate. The frozen lake provided a beautiful view to enjoy their reception dinner. The staff and food were incredible.

The little details of their Alaska Glacier Wedding

The bride’s dress came from DORRis Wedding while the groom’s attire came from Men’s Wearhouse. The flowers in the bouquet and boutonniere were made of wood and dyed, from Sola Wood Flowers.

snowy peek in Alaksa
the bride's snow boots for her wedding at Alaska Glacier Lodge by elopement photographer jessica sofranko
bride getting ready at the Riverside AK airbnb in Palmer Alaksa
bride getting ready at the Riverside AK airbnb in Palmer Alaksa
getting ready details at the Riverside AK airbnb in Palmer Alaksa
bride's snow shoed at the Riverside AK airbnb in Palmer Alaksa
bride and groom first look the Riverside AK airbnb in Palmer Alaksa
bride and groom first look the Riverside AK airbnb in Palmer Alaksa
bride and groom first look the Riverside AK airbnb in Palmer Alaksa
bride and groom first look the Riverside AK airbnb in Palmer Alaksa
Bride & groom getting ready for their helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge
Bride & groom getting ready for their helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge
Bride & groom getting ready for their helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge
views of Knik Glacier from the helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge
views of Knik Glacier from the helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge
views of Knik Glacier from the helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge
Bride & groom getting ready for their helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge
views of Knik Glacier from the helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge by Jessica Sofranko
views of Knik Glacier from the helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge by Jessica Sofranko
views of Knik Glacier from the helicopter tour at Alaska Glacier Lodge by Jessica Sofranko
couple about to walk down the aisle on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
bride walking down the aisle on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
elopement ceremony on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
elopement ceremony on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
groom catching bride's tears during elopement ceremony on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
groom reading vows during elopement ceremony on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
bride and groom exchanging rings during elopement ceremony on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
first kiss during elopement ceremony on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
bride and groom crying during elopement ceremony on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
bride and groom kissing in front of helicopter by Alaska Glacier Lodge Helicopter tours
Bride & Groom during elopement on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Bride & Groom during elopement on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Bride & Groom snuggling during elopement on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Bride & Groom cheersing with glacier water during elopement on Knik Glacier by Alaska Glacier Lodge by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Bride & Groom during elopement on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Bride & Groom during elopement on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Bride & Groom in front of helicopter during elopement on Knik Glacier by Alaska Glacier Lodge by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Bride & Groom on Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Viewd of Knik Glacier by destination wedding photographer Jessica Sofranko
Bride at Alaska Glacier Lodge by Jessica Sofranko
Bride and groom in front of frozen lake at Chop House at Lake Lucille in Wasilla Alaska
Bride at Alaska Glacier Lodge by Jessica Sofranko
Bride and groom cheers champagne at Chop House at Lake Lucille reception in Wasilla Alaska
polaroids of bride and groom during intimate glacier wedding in alaksa by jessica sofranko

As Bec & Nick are fans of Disney’s Haunted Mansion and Halloween you can see their co-ed bridal shower here.

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