DESTINATION WEDDING PLANNING

Celebrate Your Love in an Extraordinary Kenyan Destination

From the shores of Diani and Watamu to the landscapes of Naivasha, Nanyuki, the Maasai Mara and beyond, Kenya offers unforgettable settings for destination weddings.

Our Destination Wedding Planning service brings together beautiful design, detailed event production, guest hospitality and travel logistics. We help you select the right destination and venue, create a wedding experience inspired by the location, and coordinate every detail from arrival to departure.

Whether you are planning a romantic beach ceremony, an elegant garden wedding, a luxury lodge celebration or an intimate safari wedding, Leilani creates an experience that is seamless, personal and unforgettable.

This Service Includes

  • Destination and venue research

  • Venue recommendations and site inspections

  • Wedding concept and location-inspired design

  • Budget development and management

  • Supplier sourcing within or outside the destination

  • Supplier travel and accommodation coordination

  • Guest accommodation recommendations

  • Airport and local transfer planning

  • Guest itineraries and welcome information

  • Welcome dinners and pre-wedding activities

  • Ceremony and reception planning

  • Cultural experiences, excursions and group activities

  • Wedding-party logistics

  • Backup and weather-contingency planning

  • On-location production and wedding management

  • Post-wedding brunches and farewell experiences

Featured Kenyan Destinations

  • Diani Beach

  • Watamu

  • Mombasa

  • Naivasha

  • Nanyuki

  • Limuru

  • Maasai Mara

  • Amboseli

  • Lamu

  • Nairobi and its surrounding countryside

Perfect For

Couples who want to turn their wedding into a memorable travel experience shared with the people they love.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Kenya offers beautiful wedding settings throughout the year, with the ideal timing depending on your chosen destination and the type of experience you envision. For outdoor celebrations, we can help you select a suitable season and location based on factors such as weather, guesttravel plans and venue availability.

  • For a destination wedding, we recommend beginning the planning process approximately 9–12 months in advance. This allows sufficient time to secure your preferred venue and vendors, coordinate travel arrangements, develop your event design and give your guests adequate time to make their travel plans. We can also work with shorter timelines depending on availability and the scope of your wedding.

  • Yes. We can guide you on the relevant wedding and event requirements and assist with coordinating with the appropriate authorities or service providers. Requirements can vary depending on your circumstances and the type of ceremony you are having, so we recommend confirming the applicable legal requirements early in the planning process. We do not provide legal advice, but we can help coordinate the process.

  • Absolutely. We plan weddings of different sizes, including intimate celebrations and private

    gatherings. Smaller weddings receive the same level of attention to detail, with the planning

    and design tailored to your guest count, venue, style and budget.

  • Yes. We can assist with coordinating additional guest experiences as part of your wedding planning, including safari excursions, beach experiences and other activities. We can help coordinate the relevant venues, accommodation, transportation and service providers to create a well organised experience for you and your guests.