Authentic & Heartfelt Ceremonies
Your Big Island Officiant
Experience a ceremony as authentic as your love.
I weave the genuine spirit of Aloha into every moment, proudly welcoming all couples into a space of true inclusion.
Whether you envision a Christian service, Jewish traditions, or a heartfelt blend of elements, I specialize in honoring the land through sacred Hawaiian traditions—from the resonant call of the Pu (conch shell) and the exchange of leis to a soulful couples' blessing.
“Pūpūkahi i holomua.” — Let us unite to move forward.
Is the date available?
For a quick response, text Michaela at 808-896-7955.
Choose Your Service
Kahu Michaela is your ceremony Officiant, not a wedding planner. She offers Hawaiian-style ceremonies for all! Take a moment to review the ceremony options. Pricing is the same for weddings, elopements, and vow renewals, with additional charges for locations beyond the Kohala Coast.
We would be happy to recommend a beach location.
#1. Wedding Officiant Services:
Michaela will officiate your wedding or vow renewal ceremony. Once confirmed, we can schedule a 20-minute consultation to discuss beach options, ceremony script, and the processional. Along with 5 minutes of amateur photos taken on your cell phone after the ceremony, should you choose not to hire a photographer. **SERVICE FEE:** $495.00
#2. Marriage License Signing: (Legal Requirements Only)
Available between 2 PM and 3 PM at Waikoloa Beach Resort or my office in Waikoloa Village. Cash Only.
Includes legal requirements, signing, and a finalized marriage with the state of Hawaii. **SERVICE FEE:** $150.00.
**Add $100.00 for a Short and Sweet ceremony: $250.00
#3. Hawaiian Blessing:
Experience an authentic Hawaiian Blessing. This service is designed for those who already have an officiant for their wedding ceremony. The blessing includes a conch shell, Hawaiian chant, ring blessing, and lei exchange.
**SERVICE FEE:** $450.00
#4. Officiant to Legalize Marriage License
Perfect for couples with another officiant who need assistance with processing their marriage in Hawaii. This service provides a simple marriage license signing at your ceremony venue or a location of your choice. *Ideal for those needing an officiant to finalize and process their marriage license with the State of Hawaii. **SERVICE FEE:** $400.00
**Payment Process**
Upon booking confirmation, Michaela will send an invoice to finalize your arrangements. Payment can be made via Cash, Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle at the ceremony. If paying with cash, please bring the exact amount in a labeled envelope with your name and ceremony date. Michaela will provide a full payment receipt for your records.
Beach Permit and Liability Insurance: $75.00
ADD TRAVEL FEE FOR LOCATIONS OUTSIDE
OF KAILUA-KONA AND THE KOHALA COAST.
**TRAVEL & MILEAGE:**
Travel fees apply for locations beyond the Kohala Coast, as well as hiking, boat trips, and helicopter tours. Add $75 per hour and $0.75 per mile. Calculations are based on a round trip from Waikoloa Village to your location, using Google Maps.
**Late Fees:** Late fees will be charged if couples fall behind schedule without notification. Please note that the officiant is not required to stay if the couple is over 15 minutes late. We appreciate your understanding in maintaining the schedule.
Authentic Hawaiian Ceremony
Spiritual, Non-Religious
Most Requested
Authentische hawaiianische Zeremonie
Sofern nicht anders angefordert, wird diese Gliederung verwendet.
Blasen des Pu
Oli (Gesang) Der hawaiianische Gesang der Liebe
Segen auf Hawaiisch und Englisch.
Ho'i Wa'a – Die Reise beginnt
Lei-Austauschzeremonie
Tausche Mana und den Atem des Lebens aus
Gelübde & Absichtserklärung
Hawaiianische Ringesegnung und Ringtausch
Kukui-Lei-Zeremonie, dies ist eine Handbinde- und Einheitszeremonie im hawaiianischen Stil.
Segen auf Hawaiisch und Englisch
Proklamation
*Die Zeremonie dauert 25 Minuten.
Authentic Hawaiian
with Personal Touches
Christliche Zeremonie mit hawaiianischen Elementen
Blasen der Muschel
Oli (Gesang) Der hawaiianische Gesang der Liebe
Eröffnungsgebet – Segen auf Hawaiisch und Englisch.
Ho'i Wa'a – Segnung eines Paares und einer Blumenkette.
Lei-Austauschzeremonie
Korinther
Die Gelübde - Teilen Sie persönliche Gelübde oder folgen Sie mir
Segen der Ringe
Ringtausch
Handfasten und Einheitszeremonie im hawaiianischen Stil.
Schlussgebet auf Hawaiisch und Englisch
Proklamation des Paares
Bitte stellen Sie alle Gebete, Schriften oder Lesungen zur Verfügung, die Sie in Ihre Zeremonie einbeziehen möchten.
*Die Dauer der Zeremonie beträgt 15 bis 20 Minuten.
The Classic with Personal Touches
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Ceremony Opens with the Conch (optional)
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Reading - Words of Aloha
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Prayer, Reading or Cultural Tradition
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The Vows
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Declaration of Intent
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Blessing of the Rings
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Ring Exchange
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Reading
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Prayer, Reading or Cultural Tradition
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Proclamation
Ask Michaela to send you the Christian Script , Christian/Hawaiian Script, Hawaiian/Christian/Jewish script.
Use this script if you'd like to include the Sand Ceremony, Hand-Fasting, and Religious Elements.
Short & Sweet
15 Minute Script
Kurze und süße Zeremonie
Verwenden Sie diese Gliederung, um Ihr ganz persönliches Zeremonieskript zu erstellen
Willkommen - Aloha
Lektüre
Adresse
Absichtserklärung
Gelübde
Ringsegnung
Ringtausch
Segen
Proklamation
Sie können Ihrer Zeremonie beliebige kulturelle Traditionen hinzufügen.
Gerne können Sie eine Einheitszeremonie hinzufügen. Die Materialien müssen Sie bereitstellen.
*Die Zeremonie dauert 10–15 Minuten.
**Additional Fees & Services**
**Non-Refundable Retainer/Deposits by request** Secures your date and covers some pre-planning time. 50% with balance due at ceremony.
**Travel & Mileage**
Fees for locations beyond Kohala Coast, Kailua-Kona, Waimea, and activities like hiking/boat trips.
$75 per hour and $0.75 per mile, calculated from Waikoloa Village via Google Maps.
**Estimated Rates for Locations**
- Hilo: 2.5 hrs + 100 miles = $811.00
- Kulaniapia Falls: 3 hrs + 140 miles = $879.00
- Volcano National Park: 4 hrs + 180 miles = $984.00
- Punaluu Black Sand Beach: 5 hrs + 200 miles = $1064.00
- Outer Island Package: $2500.00, includes transportation and fees.
**Special Holidays**
Add $200 for Valentine’s Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Halloween, and Christmas.
**Consultation**
$249.00 per hour. Non-refundable retainer secures your date.
**Payment Methods**
Cash at ceremony
- Venmo @Michaela-Larson-7
- Zelle 808-896-7955
- Credit Card (tax and fees apply)
- Make Checks out to Michaela Larson
**Late Fees**: Apply if the ceremony starts 20 minutes late unless a call is made. The officiant will wait a maximum of 30 minutes. The officiant is not required to wait longer than 30 minutes to start ceremony.
**Early Morning Services**
- $100 for 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
- $200 for 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM, only at Waikoloa or Mauna Lani Beach Resorts.
**Retainers are Non-Refundable**
**Contact**
Text Michaela at 808-896-7955 three days before the ceremony to confirm time and location. The couple is responsible for obtaining the marriage license. Tax and credit card fees will be added to your invoice.
Wählen Sie einen Zeremonienstil
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Is a permit required for my wedding?
Absolutely. You will need a permit for all public beaches. We will help you secure the permit based on your selected locations. The list of current beaches can be found on the State of Hawaii Wiki Permits website.
2. What if it rains on my day?
We love the Island’s weather, which can change rapidly. We typically stick to the scheduled date and time. In the rare event of extended weather issues, we can reschedule your wedding to a different date or location if available.
3. When is the best time for my wedding?
We recommend sunset for the best lighting and sunset experience. Remember, timing varies by location, as the sun rises in East Hawaii and sets in West Hawaii.
4. Are there sunrise fees?
There is a sunrise fee of $200 for locations at Waikoloa and Mauna Lani Beach Resorts. For events within 90 minutes of sunrise. Request a quote for all other locations.
5. Do I have to use the vows provided or can we share our own personal vows?
Use scripted vows or prepare your own personal vows. I actually prefer when couple prepare their own. I step to the side to allow privacy as well photographers have additional photo opportunities.
