Aiste Photo Tours & Shoots

We went for a full day tour with Aiste around Queenstown and it was absolutely amazing. I don't think we would have been able to see so much without her. She knew exactly where to go and what to see. The pictures she takes are fantastic and Aiste was lovely to meet. Would definitely recommend

Professional photographer, knowledgeable local guide, reliable driver, strategic planner and personable customer service...Those are just some words to describe Aiste's services during our trip to Queenstown in September 2020. I was planning a surprise proposal for my girlfriend (now my fiancée) and was looking for a suitable photographer to capture the perfect moments. The plan was to have an alpine landing at one of Queenstown's scenic hillside. Two months before our trip, I was lucky enough to have found Aiste on the internet who turned out to be my secret co-planner. Among other things, she suggested a number of great locations and helped to source for suitable quotes from a local helicopter operator. She took time to understand my requests and executed them perfectly. On the all important day, Aiste turned up as a fellow tourist on our flight. I proposed to my girlfriend when we landed on Cecil Peak and it went according to plan with Aiste's help. The photos are amazing. We did some extra frames at other scenic spots around Queenstown. Aiste even planned us a surprise picnic to celebrate our engagement - much to our delight!So if you're looking for an awesome local guide and photographer, I highly recommend Aiste!!

Amazing Photographer, Tour Guide and Person!We hired Aiste to act as a tour guide and photographer for a family trip. We were pleasantly surprised to find a wonderful person, in addition to a great planner and photographer.When rain impacted our plans, she suggested a trip down to the Southern tip of NZ and then back for a stay in the Dark Sky Preserve. They were great suggestions and she took us to amazing places we never would have found on our own.I brought my own camera and she showed me the ropes for using filters with waterfalls and how to do astrophotography during the new moon.We highly recommend Aiste, not only for great service and professionalism...but also as a person to brighten your day as you experience picturesque South Island!

I did a private photo tour with Aiste in April 2023 with a focus on astrophotography at wonderful locations around Queenstown. Aiste made suggestions for the date/time when the weather was expected to be good; sky clear and conditions best for photographing the milky way and night sky. She selected some great locations that I would not have been able to access on my own. Her focus was on me capturing the photos I wanted and she did not take any photos herself. Great communication once I was in Queenstown via email and WhatsApp.I had reached out to her about 4 months before my trip to NZ and she was right in suggesting we connect closer to my visit! :)Our start time was based upon the best Milky Way core visibility, which I so appreciated.She picked me up at my hotel in Queenstown and made everything so easy.I highly recommend working with Aiste!

During our recent trip to Queenstown, my wife and I booked a photo tour with Aiste Photography Tours & Shoots. Aiste was a wonderful host and guide, taking us to some amazing photographic locations highlighting the beauty of the region. Aiste’s expertise added that special something to our tour as she was able to guide us on set up, camera settings and composition. We got some great shots. Additionally, Aiste shared her knowledge of the local area and pointed out a number of other locations we were able to get to on our own. We would have no hesitation in recommending Aiste Photography Tours should you be looking for someone to guide you in the Queenstown area. It was a great experience.

I was researching photographers in Queenstown on Instagram and came across Aiste Photography by chance. I was pleasantly surprised as her package and pricing is great, she kept in touch, made suggestions and kept a look on the weather for the most suitable dates to take our pictures. On the day, Aiste took us to great locations and guided us on poses, which made us laugh so much and it was all captured on camera! Aiste exceeded all our expectations and the extra mile she goes for her clients is amazing!. The pictures are of very high quality and I can't wait to frame them! I will recommend Aiste to all my family and friends!

I booked a 4WD trip to Skippers Canyon with Aiste Photo Tours. Even though I was not a photographer, I truly enjoyed the drive into the canyon, taking in the stunning, color-rich autumn views of Queenstown region. Aiste played a wonderful guide, driver as well as photographer. She stopped by various lookouts for photo opportunities and gave good introduction to the area. She also gave me a 'bonus' drive to Arrowtown & Lake Hayes which are equally beautiful. This tour was the most unforgettable time of my NZ holiday. If anyone is planning to see the best of Queenstown, get in touch with Aiste!

Our two days with Aiste were one of the best holiday experiences we've had. Part of our trip was to do product photography with the stunning scenic views of Queenstown as the backdrop. Aiste exceeded all of our expectations! Friendly organised and straight up sweetest person. Our day through Skippers Canyon - a road I'd never attempt to drive myself she took us expertly and safely. She knew all the best spots, made us the most incredible lunch and even popped into a few photos herself as a model!We will be back to Queenstown again and a day with Aiste will be first on the list. 5 Stars easily :)