Kindred | Women’s Guided Day Hiking Program
Kindred is a series of guided day-hike retreats on the Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia. Kindred is for women who want to deepen their confidence, strengthen their connection to nature, and build real capability outdoors without the intimidation, ego, or competitiveness that often surrounds adventure spaces.
This is steady, soulful bushwalking paired with practical outdoor skills and personal development themes designed to help you expand, inside and out. Led by qualified female guides, each walk is structured to help you feel safe, seen, and supported while learning the skills that make nature feel natural - packing, planning, navigation, risk management, and trail confidence.
The transformation:
Through Kindred, you’ll build:
Outdoor confidence rooted in practical skills, not just guesswork
Meaningful connection with other capable women
Increased self-trust and resilience
Clarity, presence, and mental spaciousness
Embodied confidence that carries into every area of life
A sense of belonging with nature, community, and yourself
Kindred is where competence meets connection and confidence becomes a lived experience.
The experience
Each Kindred Day Hike includes:
Guided hikes on thoughtfully chosen South Australian trails on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
Skill-building, including trail-systems, navigation, and emergency management.
Personal development themes woven into each walk, including connecting with Country, resilience, growth-mindset, self-trust and staying calm under pressure.
Supportive all-women community with shared intention and shared experience
Nervous system-aware guidance that helps you feel calm, capable, and clear
Time and space to reflect, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.
You’ll leave each hike feeling stronger, more capable, and more connected than when you arrived.
About the Day Hikes
Waitpinga Cliffs
+ understanding trail systems
D A T E: 24th May + 16th August, 2026
D E S T I N A T I O N: From Kondoli Whale Lookout to the Waitpinga Cliffs via the Heyson and return.
D I S T A N C E: 6.6kms Return, with 187m elevation.
D U R A T I O N: 6hours (9am - 3pm)
D E S C R I P T I O N: Ground yourself with a Ngarrindjeri Welcome to Country delivered by Taylah Lochart before walking along the single track Heyson Trail with a gradual incline past farming land, then into eucalypts and along the edge of the Waitpinga Cliffs with Southern Ocean views. This Walk is rated Moderate.
L E S S O N: Our First Lesson today is around all things gear and trail systems, including how to pack your day pack (ABC), Footwear and clothing layering, what to pack and why, trail etiquette and minimal impact principals.
Deep creek circuit
+ navigational skills
D A T E: 31st May + 6th September 2026
D E S T I N A T I O N: Trig Camp Ground to Tapanappa via Deep Creek Cove and return via waterfall.
D I S T A N C E: 10.6kms with 507m elevation.
D U R A T I O N: 6hours (9am - 3pm)
D E S C R I P T I O N: Walking along the single track Heyson Trail with a gradual descent to Deep Creek Cove’s rocky and sandy beach. Crossing the inlet to then ascend a steep scramble climb, then a slow uphill fire track climb to the exposed Tapanappa Lookout for Lunch (with toilets and rainwater). Then heading into the trees again through switchbacks to deep creek waterfall for journaling, before the upstairs climb through grass trees back to Trig Campground. This walk is rated Hard.
L E S S O N: Our Second Lesson today is on Navigation and Orientation. Reading trail maps & understanding signage, using a compass (intro level), Landform & landscape-based navigation (natural markers, sun position), Trail awareness: noticing decision points, track features.
Willunga Basin Trail
+ risk management
D A T E: 21st June + 20th September 2026
D E S T I N A T I O N: From Maslins Beach to McLaren Vale.
D I S T A N C E: 12.5kms with 254m elevation gain.
D U R A T I O N: 6hours (9am - 3pm)
D E S C R I P T I O N: After meeting in McLaren Vale and getting bussed to our starting point of Maslin’s Beach, we will then walk North Along the Beach, then pass through a mix of coastal trails, through the scrub, then along bike tracks through vineyards to McLaren Vale. This walk is moderate
L E S S O N: Our Third Lesson today is on emergency basics, risk assessment and decision making. What to do if you lose the trail or get turned around, How to assess a situation (weather, group energy, terrain), Staying calm under pressure with grounding techniques, emergency equipment and comms, trip intentions documents, how to call for help, Safe solo walking - boundaries & check-ins.
If you are ready to commit to the full identity shift into becoming a hiker, join the FULL Kindred Program and save $220 on the day hikes plus get access to:
1 x Welcome Call before the program to meet your Kindred, ask questions, and get set up.
1 x Integration Call after the hikes, to reflect on the learnings and solidify your new identity
Kindred whatsapp group access.
join the full transformation
The Details
Price: $770 for full term program, or $330 for a single hike
Group size: Maximum of 12
Location:
Sun 3/5 Online Welcome Call to connect and ask questions
Sun 24/5 Walk #1 Waitpinga Cliffs Hike + Understanding trail systems.
Sun 31/5 Walk #2 Deep Creek Circuit Hike* + Navigation Skills.
Sun 21/6 Walk #3 Willunga Basin Trail Hike + Risk Management.
Sun 28/6 Online Integration Call to commit to the new identity.
*Pending accessibility post bushfires
inclusions
Access to 3 x guided group day walks over the term on set dates. Walks include:
Qualified female guides
Backpack and spray jacket hire
Snacks & Lunch from Radix Nutrition
Bushwalking specific lessons each hike that build upon the last.
Intimate group with plenty of support. Max of 12 women per Walk.
PLUS
1 x orientation group zoom call at the start of term
1 x integration group zoom call at the end of term
Hiking Journal
Welcome to Country on Walk #1 of the program
Builds skills, connection, community, confidence and accountability over the term
Kindred is for women who:
Want to feel more confident and competent outdoors
Value connection with like-minded women
Want space to slow down and reconnect with nature
Appreciate a balance of structure, guidance, and soulful conversation
Feel comfortable completing a moderate hike and are ready to challenge themselves gently
Want to build self-trust through real-world skill building
This program requires moderate fitness and the ability to walk for a sustained period on undulating trails.
For a limited time, early registrations before April 1st will receive:
– A complimentary 1:1 Preparation Call with me, so you feel clear and confident before your first walk
– One guest pass to bring a friend along to one of the Kindred day hikes
(valued at $330)
Kindred groups are intentionally small, and places are limited to keep the experience supportive and personal.
Who It’s For
Frequently asked questions:
Q: What level of fitness do I need?
A: Kindred requires a moderate level of fitness. You should feel comfortable walking on uneven terrain for an extended period and be open to gentle physical challenge. Walks vary in difficulty and are clearly outlined before you book.
Q. Do I need hiking experience to join Kindred?
A: No prior hiking experience is required. Kindred is designed for women who are comfortable walking for several hours and want to build confidence, skills, and ease on the trail.
Q: Is Kindred women-only?
A: Yes. Kindred is a women-only guided hiking program, created to offer a safe, supportive environment where women can learn, walk, and connect together.
Q: What if I feel nervous or unsure about my ability?
A: Feeling nervous is completely normal. Kindred is designed for women who want to build confidence, not prove anything. Guides support the group at a steady pace, offer options where possible, and prioritise safety, care, and encouragement.
Q: Is this program suitable for beginners?
A: Yes, particularly for women who are new to hiking or have done some walking but want to feel more confident, capable, and informed outdoors. The program is intentionally supportive and non-competitive.
Q: What should I bring on the walks?
A: You’ll receive guidance on what to bring before each hike. Backpack and spray jacket hire are available if needed, and snacks and lunch are provided from Radix Nutrition (click for 15% off their hiking food). The program also includes learning around packing and gear so you feel confident for future hikes.
Testimonials
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"You MUST join Elise on an outdoor adventure ASAP! She is a highly organised, caring and passionate person who clearly works hard (and loves) to immerse those she guides fully into the experience. Elise creates connections between people, culture and nature. She does this all with humour, warmth, inclusivity and obvious skill!"
Kylie Hallion - Facebook Review
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"Elise has a gift for empowering women, inspiring you to 'get to the top of the mountain' even when your mind is telling you it's 'all too hard'. She infuses a positive mindset and vibe into any situation and is always honest and shares with brave vulnerability when it comes to getting real and being human."
Sarah Hayes - Facebook Review
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"Elise provides a wonderful safe place for you to immerse yourself in nature and connect with like minded individuals, breathe, pause, laugh and ground yourself. It’s 5 stars from me. A must for every woman!"
Meagan Turner - Facebook Review
Meet the team
Elise Lavers
Elise grew up in the mid-north of South Australia and as a kid, loved nothing more than bike riding through the forest and surfing at the Yorke Peninsula. After taking a gap year to train to kayak across Bass Strait, Elise is now passionate about connecting women back to themselves, other women, and nature through positive, low- barrier outdoor experiences in SA. Elise’s biggest bushwalking accomplishment was completing the 1,000km Bibbulmum Track in Winter, 2025, with 650kms of it solo. She has also recently completed Tasmania’s notorious South Coast Track in January 2026. Elise has a bachelor of health sciences and a bachelor of secondary education, plus 10 years experience in the outdoor tourism industry and bushwalking leadership certification.
Founder and lead bushwalking guide
Cloë Neophytou
Cloë is a mum, explorer, and mindful movement guide who believes the outdoors is our greatest teacher. Through simple, efficient movement and time in nature, she helps women do less, connect more deeply, and move with freedom and ease. Blending Pilates, Homeodynamic Bowen Therapy, hiking, and mindful exploration, Cloë invites women to restore balance and rediscover their natural rhythm. Cloë has years of experience in outdoor education as well as guiding women-specific hikes and pilates.
Assistant guide, Bowen therapist, pilates instructor.
Cultural Educator & Ngarrindjeri WomanTaylah Lochert
My name is Taylah, and I am a proud Ngarrindjeri and Kaurna woman. I grew up in the Riverland in South Australia, with my fondest childhood memories of being barefoot on Country, wandering through the mallee scrub and swimming in the Murray River. After moving to Kaurna country to study and build my career, I often found myself caught in cycles of burnout, feeling unbalance and disconnected. Those experiences reminded me of the importance of slowing down and returning to the grounding wisdom of my ancestors, who lived in harmony with nature for millennia. My passion lies in guiding people to heal and find their sense of connection to Country, which greatly nurtures overall wellbeing.
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