Riverside Wander & Twilight Paddle

Spend an afternoon and evening by the Nepean River. Start with a peaceful riverside wander along shady paths and open water views, then trade your walking shoes for a paddle as the light turns golden. Finish with pizza on the riverbank as the sun goes down. It's a slow, scenic, chat-friendly day designed for soulful connection with fellow Sistas.

📍 Meeting Point: Penrith Riverside Park, Tench Ave

📅 Date: 14 November, 2026

🕘 Time: 4:00pm to 8:00pm

📏 The Day: 6.5km riverside walk (4:00pm to 6:00pm), then a 2-hour guided kayak and pizza (6:00pm to 8:00pm)

🥾 Difficulty Level: Easy (walk) to Easy-Moderate (kayak)

👣 Group Size: 6-8 Sistas + your guide Kirsty

✨ Highlights

• Tranquil water views and lush riverbank reflections on a relaxed, unhurried walk

• Stopping at shady riverside lookouts to pause, reset and take it all in

• A golden hour paddle in stable double kayaks as the sun sets over calm water

• Riverbank pizza together as the sky turns gold

  
  

🚶‍♀️ Part One: The Riverside Wander (3:00pm to 5:00pm)

Follow the gentle curves of the Nepean on a 6.5km loop. The path is mostly flat and well maintained, with wide paved sections, smooth dirt tracks and a few minor uneven patches. You'll need a basic level of everyday fitness. It's ideal for anyone after a gentle, restorative walk with steady, chat-friendly strides.

🛶 Part Two: The Twilight Paddle (5:00pm to 7:00pm)

Join us for a relaxed 2-hour kayak on one of Sydney's quieter hidden gems, surrounded by natural bushland. With experienced guides, we'll paddle stable double kayaks through calm water and gentle river bends as the afternoon light softens into sunset. It's easy, unhurried and accessible for all levels, including first-time paddlers. We'll wrap up with pizza on the bank as the day winds down.

🚗 Getting There

Complimentary return transport is available in the Seek Sista Shuttle Van for the first 6 participants who book. There is 1 pickup point:

• Pick-up Point: Gordon Station

• Driving yourself? Exact meeting details will be texted to you upon booking.

  
  

✅ Inclusions

• Guided riverside walk with Kirsty

• Professional kayak guides, including basic instruction where needed

• All kayaking and activity equipment

• Safety gear and communication devices

• Pizza on the riverbank as the sun sets

  
  

❌ Exclusions

• Swimwear, towels and sun protection

• Additional food or drinks

• Travel insurance (recommended but not included)

  
  

👋 Meet Your Kayak Guide

Istavan is the founder of Kayakkruzer, created from a love of being on the water and a desire to help people experience the Nepean River in a safe, relaxed and welcoming way. Through years of kayaking locally, he developed a strong appreciation for how special the river is, as well as the importance of understanding its conditions, shared use, and the best times to be out, particularly as certain sections can become busier on weekends and warmer days.

🎒 What to Bring

• 1.5 to 2L of water

• Comfortable walking shoes with good grip (that you're happy to get muddy and wet)

• Comfortable clothes suitable for the weather (no jeans) and lightweight layers

• A second set of clothes, including shoes and socks

• Swimsuit (can be worn under your clothes for kayaking)

• Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses

• Snacks (eg. fruit, a light sandwich)

• Small daypack for your essentials

• Camera or phone

• Personal medication

• Hiking poles (optional)

  
  

📑 Minimum Group Size and Cancellation Policy

• Minimum group: The event will proceed with a minimum of 6 participants. If the minimum is not met, Seek Sista will contact you at least 48 hours before the event to offer a full refund or transfer to another date.

• Full refund: Cancellations made 7 days or more before the event.

• 50% refund: Cancellations made 3 to 6 days before the event.

• No refund: Cancellations made less than 3 days before the event, or no-shows.

• Event postponement: If the event is cancelled by Seek Sista due to weather, track conditions or safety concerns, participants will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to a new date.

• If you can't make it, please cancel your RSVP so another participant can take your place. All cancellations must be communicated via email to kirsty@seeksista.com.au

  
  

📝 Waiver and Pre-Trip Details

Once booked, you'll receive a follow-up email with everything you need to know, including links to our digital waiver forms (waivers are only required once every 12 months). Please complete them before the day of the event. You'll also receive an invitation to our event WhatsApp group for final coordination, real-time updates and the chance to connect with your fellow Sistas before we head off.