Hawaii is a highly sought-after destination to tie the knot! We have beautiful weather year-round, rich culture, some of the world’s best beaches, and breathtaking scenery for every type of nature lover! It’s an easy choice for couples seeking a destination wedding. One of the first things everyone wants to know is how much it does it cost?! Unfortunately, this is not an easy answer as there are a number of factors that go into it. One of these is, which island you choose! Today, we are talking about the stunning garden isle, Kauai! As with our blog on the Cost to Get Married on Oahu we will use averages to give you a general idea of what to expect for your wedding on Kauai. No two weddings are the same, so we can’t provide exact costs however, we can break down the average costs for you.

The average cost of a wedding for around 75 guests on Kauai is between $40,000- $60,000 – this estimate is for weddings ONLY, (does not include airfare, experiences, accommodation, or wedding attire.) There are so many factors and a variety of vendors that will affect the overall cost of your wedding. Here is a simple breakdown of average costs for each vendor category on Kauai:

Now, break it down further into a couple of different scenarios for around 50 guests… Keep in mind, the costs given in the examples below are average and can be higher or lower based on what is important to you for your wedding. Your wedding vision, guest count, needs, and vendor choices will all affect these numbers. Please note we are not including coordination/planning costs in these scenarios which range from $2,000-$7,000 based on a couple’s needs.

= Estimated Total: Around $ 55,000

= Estimated Total: Around $45,000

When it comes to a smaller guest count (50 people and under) vs. a larger guest count (over 75 people) it doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s “half the cost” or “double the cost”. For example, for a group of 150 guests, costs will be higher by about 30-40% to account for vendors with guest-count ties (rentals, catering, florals, etc.) whereas a smaller group of 35 will often be only 20-30% cheaper. Is this specific math 100% accurate? NO. But in our experience, it’s basic averages you can rely on. There are specific services that will be more affected by guest count such as catering, rentals and florals, where ars others that won’t like DJ, Photography and Videography.

What may seem like minor additions here and there can add up quickly! The scenarios and estimates we mentioned in this blog do NOT include taxes or tips for your vendors. Hawaii has a high sales tax of around 4.5% so we want to make sure you take this into account when planning and budgeting. You also don’t want to forget about gratuity for your amazing vendors. Check out our guide on how to tip your vendors!

Remember, Hawaii is an island in the middle of the pacific with lots of which means travel costs can add up. Airfare, hotels, transportation and all the fun activities need to be taken into consideration for your destination wedding budget.

Check out our blog on what it Costs to Get Married on Oahu for some tips and tricks on how to save money on your vendors! These suggestions can be used for a wedding celebrated anywhere!

There you have it, an idea of what it will cost to get married on Kauai. Please reach out to our team to book a consultation for a more accurate quote based on your specific wedding details.

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