Adventure Looks Good on You — Switzerland Adventure Photography & Portraits for Wild Hearts.
Natural, heartfelt images for couples, solo explorers, and anyone who craves breathtaking Swiss Alps photos — from mountain hikes to lakeside strolls.
Is This Your Kind of Magic?
If you’ve ever daydreamed about standing on a Swiss mountain peak with wind in your hair, laughing until your stomach hurts, and knowing a Switzerland adventure and elopement photographer is capturing every wild, beautiful second… you’re absolutely in the right place.
But maybe you’re not looking for epic mountain hikes. Maybe you just want gentle, natural portraits among wildflowers or along peaceful lakes. Or perhaps you’re planning a surprise proposal, a day-after wedding shoot, or simply want photos that celebrate you being you.
Either way, you want photos that feel raw, joyful, windswept, and totally alive.
I’m here for the adventurers, the romantics, and those who believe life’s best moments deserve to be remembered in breathtaking places. And if you’re nodding your head right now… well, hi. Let’s create some magic together.
A Few Quick Answers
(Because I Know You’re Wondering…)
Nope. Some of my favourite sessions happen a few steps from a parking lot. Epic doesn’t have to mean exhausting.
Zero torture here. I specialize in helping camera-shy humans feel like rockstars. No stiff posing. Lots of laughs.
The sooner the better — especially for summer and autumn weekends. I only take a limited number of adventures each year so I can give you my absolute best.
Great question! My Nature Portrait Sessions start at CHF 490 in Montreux, and custom adventures vary based on how epic (or chill) you want to go. I’m always happy to help you find something magical that fits your vision and budget.
Dive deeper in my full FAQs at the bottom of this page.
So… What Are You Here For?
THE WILDLY UNTRADITIONAL COUPLES
You want to elope — because the thought of a big wedding gives you hives. You’d choose birdsong and mountain breezes over any traditional wedding ceremonies. Whether it’s sunrise vows on a mountain ridge, a helicopter drop onto a glacier, or a private fondue in a rustic hut, I’ll help you craft an adventure entirely yours.
I’ll be right beside you — part planner, part cheerleader, and 100% your adventure buddy.
NATURE PORTRAIT SESSIONS
Breathtaking Outdoor Photos Without the Hike
Or maybe you’re not planning a wedding or a huge adventure, but simply want beautiful, heartfelt photos that feel real and natural. My Nature Portrait Sessions are perfect for:
✓ Solo adventurers wanting portraits in Swiss nature
✓ Couples celebrating engagements, anniversaries, or “just because” moments
✓ Best friends, siblings, or parents with kids who crave authentic outdoor memories
✓ Gentle adventures like a lakeside walk or forest trails
These sessions start at just CHF 490 in Montreux — proof that you don’t need a massive adventure to have photos that feel like magic.
BESPOKE ADVENTURE SESSIONS
Your Epic Swiss Photo Story
And then there’s the next level — my Bespoke Adventure Sessions. These are designed for those who crave something a bit wilder and more epic. Think:
✓ Surprise proposals crafted around hidden locations
✓ Pre-wedding sessions or day-after wedding adventures
✓ Epic hiking experiences or remote alpine trails
✓ Glacier views, waterfalls, helicopter landings, and more
These sessions range from 2–3 hours and can be extended for bigger adventures. Anything longer than 3 hours begins to blend into elopement territory — with all the planning love and detail that comes with it.
No matter how big or small your vision, I’ll help you plan every detail so you can focus on soaking up the magic.
Your Switzerland Adventure and Elopement Experience
Because you deserve way more than just pretty photos. In fact You deserve an experience that makes you say, “Holy crap, this is our life.”
I’m Maaike — half Swiss, half Dutch, and 100% obsessed with mountains, real moments, and making people laugh until they forget there’s a camera pointed at them. I’m Leave No Trace Certified because I believe in protecting these landscapes we love. I’m also Elopement Education Certified — which basically means I know how to plan wild, joyful photo adventures that stay stress-free and stunning.
With over 15 years of event-wrangling experience, I’m cool under pressure (especially helpful when the Swiss weather decides to throw drama at your day). I’m your Swiss insider, adventure buddy, chocolate dealer, and personal hype-woman — ready to help you craft a day that feels like the best chapter of your story.
My values? Authenticity, sustainability, and making sure you feel amazing in front of my lens. Because the best photos happen when you’re fully living your day — not worrying about stiff poses.
When you work with me, you’re getting an entire experience built around who you are, what makes your heart race, and the landscapes you love most. I’ll show you secret places tourists never find, keep you laughing when the wind tries to steal your veil, and always have Swiss chocolate on hand at exactly the right moment.
Because life is short — and you deserve photos (and memories) that feel wildly, wonderfully you.
How Your Adventure Becomes Reality
Step 1 – Dream Big:
We hop on a video call and talk about your wildest ideas. Whether you’ve got a detailed vision or just “I love mountains,” we’ll shape it into something epic.
Step 2 – Plan Like Pros:
I send you personalized location options, timelines, and secret spots. We figure out logistics, weather backups, and all those fun details so your day flows seamlessly.
Step 3 – Live the Magic:
Show up, be yourselves, and have the time of your life. I’ll be there capturing every grin, happy tear, and mountain breeze — so you’ll remember how it felt.
Because These Moments?
You Can’t Get Them Back
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One day, you’ll look back and say, “Remember when we stood on that summit, wind howling, and said our vows?” Or maybe, “Remember how the lake was like glass as we laughed until our sides hurt?”
Those moments deserve to be captured — beautifully, honestly, and with every ounce of feeling they hold.
Don’t leave your memories to chance. Let’s create photos that feel like you.
I only take on a handful of adventure shoots each year to keep things personal and epic. If your heart’s calling for Swiss mountains, don’t wait — let’s secure your date.
Frequently asked questions
Nope! Whether you’re seasoned mountaineers or casual strollers, we’ll tailor your adventure to your comfort level. No 8-hour hikes required… unless you’re into that!
Not on my watch. I’m all about natural, candid photos that capture how your day felt. You’ll be too busy having fun to remember the camera’s there.
Absolutely. My packages work beautifully for just the two of you—or a handful of your favorite humans. I photograph intimate celebrations of up to 20 people.
Absolutely. I’ll give you location ideas, timing advice, local tips, and vendor recommendations. Just note—I’m not a full-service planner who books everything for you, but you’ll have all the insider help you need.
For elopements, as early as you can—because I only take on 14 couples a year to give each one my full energy and creativity. For adventure portrait sessions, I’m more flexible and can often fit you in sooner, but popular seasons (hello, wildflower summer and golden autumn!) book up fast.
The only photos you’ll regret are the ones you never take. Let’s make sure your wildest Swiss memories live on forever.
Ready to make your adventure real?
I’m Maaike—a Swiss adventure and elopement photographer, Alps expert, Leave No Trace advocate, and certified elopement planner. Obsessed with real moments, wild places, and helping you have the time of your life. Let’s make magic (the sustainable kind)!
Sustainable & Leave no trace certified
Elopement Education certified
