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Oct 21
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Andrew & Lexis | A real proposal story by Casa Karima Weddings & Events


She Thought It Was Just a Llama Walk…


When Andrew contacted us about planning a surprise marriage proposal for Lexis during their trip to Peru, he wanted something personal, adventurous, and completely unexpected.


Not a traditional restaurant proposal or a crowded tourist location, but a beautiful experience surrounded by the extraordinary landscapes of the Sacred Valley.


And there was one important detail. Lexis couldn't suspect a thing.


Andrew kneeling to propose to Lexis beneath a circular floral arch, surrounded by alpacas and dramatic mountain scenery in Peru's Sacred Valley.
The moment Andrew got down on one knee and surprised Lexis with a marriage proposal beneath a romantic floral arch, surrounded by alpacas and the dramatic Andes Mountains.

Together, we planned an experience that would begin with what she thought was a relaxed llama walk in the Andes and end with a surprise proposal, an engagement photoshoot, and a romantic private dinner.



A Llama Walk with a Very Special Surprise


The Sacred Valley is one of the most beautiful places in Peru, with sweeping mountain landscapes, traditional villages and incredible views of the Andes.


For Andrew and Lexis, we chose a location in the highlands where they could enjoy the scenery and spend time among the alpacas, without Lexis knowing what was waiting just ahead.


As they made their way through the landscape, surrounded by curious alpacas and dramatic mountain views, everything appeared to be going according to the original plan.

But hidden nearby was something rather special.


Andrew and Lexis walking among alpacas in Peru's Sacred Valley, with dramatic storm clouds over the Andes Mountains during their surprise proposal experience.
Andrew and Lexis, surrounded by alpacas, with dramatic storm clouds gathering over the Andes during their surprise proposal experience in Peru’s Sacred Valley.

A Romantic Floral Proposal Beneath the Andes


We had designed a circular floral arch positioned against the spectacular mountain backdrop, creating an intimate setting for Andrew to ask Lexis one of the most important questions of their lives.


The changing skies added an extraordinary atmosphere. Dark clouds gathered over the mountains while pockets of sunlight moved across the valley.


And when Andrew got down on one knee, the moment was absolutely beautiful.

Lexis said yes!


Watch Andrew & Lexis’s surprise proposal unfold in the Sacred Valley of Peru, surrounded by breathtaking Andean landscapes, wildflowers, and alpacas.

A Surprise Proposal in Peru, Unlike Anything You've Seen Before


The joy, excitement, and emotion of the moment were captured on film, giving Andrew and Lexis something they can return to for years to come.


Engagement Photography with Vintage Cars and Mountain Views


After the proposal, there was no need to rush.


We had planned time for Andrew and Lexis to enjoy their first moments as an engaged couple while Keko captured a beautiful collection of engagement photographs.


The experience took us through different settings across the mountain landscape, including portraits beside vintage vehicles, among the alpacas, and in fields of yellow wildflowers.


Andrew and Lexis embracing beside a vintage red car during their engagement photoshoot in Peru’s Sacred Valley, with the Andes Mountains and dramatic clouds in the background.
A romantic engagement photoshoot beside a vintage red car, surrounded by the breathtaking mountain scenery of Peru’s Sacred Valley.

The vintage cars brought a nostalgic, editorial feel to the photographs, contrasting beautifully with the rugged Andean scenery.


Lexis embracing Andrew from behind and showing her engagement ring during a romantic engagement photoshoot beside a vintage turquoise pickup truck in Peru’s Sacred Valley.
A beautiful moment between Andrew and Lexis during their engagement photoshoot in Peru’s Sacred Valley, with a vintage turquoise pickup truck and warm afternoon light.
Andrew and Lexis kissing beside a vintage turquoise Chevrolet C10 pickup truck during their engagement photoshoot in Peru’s Sacred Valley.
A romantic moment between Andrew and Lexis beside a vintage Chevrolet C10 pickup truck, captured in the golden afternoon light of Peru’s Sacred Valley.

As the light changed across the mountains, the couple explored the landscape together, laughing, embracing, and enjoying the excitement of their engagement.


Andrew and Lexis embracing among alpacas and yellow wildflowers during their romantic engagement photoshoot in the Sacred Valley, Cusco, Peru.
Golden afternoon light, wildflowers and a curious herd of alpacas. A beautiful moment from Andrew and Lexis’s surprise proposal experience in Peru’s Sacred Valley.

Some of our favourite photographs are the simplest ones. A quiet moment together, a beautiful mountain backdrop, or the newly engaged couple taking in everything that had just happened.


Close-up of Lexis’s diamond engagement ring as Andrew gently holds her hand after their surprise marriage proposal in the Sacred Valley, Cusco, Peru.
She said yes! A beautiful little detail from Andrew and Lexis’s surprise proposal in the Sacred Valley, Peru.
Romantic proposal and engagement photography in Cusco, Peru, featuring Andrew and Lexis silhouetted beside a vintage Chevrolet pickup truck at sunset in the Sacred Valley.
A cinematic sunset moment from Andrew and Lexis’s surprise proposal and engagement photoshoot in Peru’s Sacred Valley, featuring a beautiful vintage Chevrolet pickup truck.

A Romantic Private Dinner to End the Day


After their mountain adventure and engagement photoshoot, the celebrations continued with a romantic private dinner.


A beautifully arranged table, warm lighting, and the glow of the fire created a cosy atmosphere where Andrew and Lexis could relax together and enjoy the evening.


It was a lovely way to end such an extraordinary day.


Romantic private dinner following Andrew and Lexis’s surprise marriage proposal in Cusco, Peru, featuring a candlelit table, fairy lights and an outdoor fire in the Sacred Valley.
The perfect ending to an unforgettable day. After their surprise proposal in the Sacred Valley, Andrew and Lexis enjoyed a romantic private dinner by the fire, surrounded by warm fairy lights and the magic of the Andes.

Planning Your Own Surprise Proposal in Peru


At Casa Karima Weddings & Events, we specialise in personalised marriage proposals in Cusco and the Sacred Valley.


Every proposal begins with understanding the couple, their personalities, and the kind of experience they would love.


Whether you're dreaming of a simple mountain proposal with professional photography or a more elaborate celebration with flowers, alpacas, vintage vehicles and private dining, we can help bring your ideas together.


Our local knowledge, creative planning, and trusted photography team allow us to create experiences that feel personal, thoughtful, and beautifully organized.


Explore Andrew & Lexis's full proposal photo gallery:


Planning your own surprise proposal in Peru?

Explore our proposal planning services: https://www.casakarima.com/propose-in-peru




Creative Team

Proposal Planning & Design: Casa Karima Weddings & Events

Photography: Keko Film & Photography

Film Editing & Storytelling: Keko Film & Photography

Filming: Jazz Films Bodas


Location: Sacred Valley, Cusco, Peru

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