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Step into the wilderness.
OPEN YOUR HEART TO your untamed potential.

"I recently completed a Vision Quest with Wild Tribes in the stunning Warrumbungles. It stands as one of the great experiences of my life. The experience was vastly more impactful than I expected and will continue to be so. Thanks so much Kat and Team!"

 - VQ Participant, Adrian Brown, Cammeray, NSW.

"The Pyramid", overlooking Warrumbungles Vision Quest Area

Step Boldly into the Edge: [Unheld] Vision Quest

Have you felt the call to deepen your relationship with the medicine of Vision Quest, yet struggled to find the right lands or approach to begin unheld questing?


Or perhaps the idea of fully stepping into an unheld Vision Quest feels just a bit too far out of reach—an edge you're both deeply called to and yet too hesitant to cross.

Wild Tribes founder, Kat Sforcina, is inviting you to step into this powerful threshold crossing alongside her in a sacred Unheld Vision Quest practice. This unique experience provides the opportunity to meet the profound medicine of solo-questing without being held, in a way that is both supportive and deeply transformative.

"It is hard to put into words the profound experience that is Vision Quest. It is quite simply the biggest and most important journey of my life - and I’ve been on a few! Stepping into a space in nature that allowed me the absolute privilege of meeting my bravest self, my most present and still mind and finding & being met in return with the deepest compassion. WOW.

Every moment was confounding, revealing my own buried wisdom and discovering a new relationship to the lands that I could never have fathomed. 

 

I truly believe this is a journey that would inspire anyone and everyone. It will surprise you. It will definitely challenge you and it will change how you see yourself as a human being in this world for the absolute better. Thank you Kat  for nurturing us through this intense and enlightening pilgrimage, you held space for us with so much love and warmth.

Already dreaming of my next quest."

-VQ Participant, Paulette Munoz, Coffs Harbour, NSW.

 

A glorious stand of Xanthorrhoea on the Warrumbungles Property .

The Call to Expand Your Questing Medicine

"Making the decision to answer the call to expand your relationship with Vision Quest doesn't come lightly .

 

You’ve likely experienced the immense medicine of held Vision Quests and gained invaluable insights, yet you may feel a lingering sense that you’ve left something untapped.

For me, unheld solo-questing is a journey of profound surrender. It asks you to sit with the wilderness and your inner self, completely unsupported by others, and to anchor into a sovereignty that unlocks your deepest power. It’s not just a test of endurance but a sacred ceremony of ultimate self-trust and transformation.

If you’re ready to push your edge, to meet the raw and untamed potential of solo Vision Questing, join me on this path."

-Kat Sforcina, Founder, Wild Tribes.

 

"The Bluff", overlooking Warrumbungles Vision Quest Area

Held vs. Unheld Vision Quests

 

A Held Vision Quest is often the first step into this sacred practice. In a held container, you are supported every step of the way by Vision Quest protectors. These guides ensure your safety, provide ceremonial structure, and hold space for you energetically, allowing you to focus entirely on your experience.

In contrast, our Unheld Vision Quest removes these external supports, creating space for you to fully embody self-reliance, courage, and surrender. This journey is for those who are ready to face the wilderness—and themselves—with no buffer, no safety net, and no external holding.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our [unHeld] Vision Quest is a fully immersive 3months long program that includes your 6-nights / 7-days nature-based Solo-Vision Quest experience. The program is divided into three key phases: 

PHASE ONE - Preparation

This component starts with our 1.5 hour zoom call three weeks before we meet in-person. On the call we all get together and answer any questions regarding equipment and learn some tools and techniques that are a great support in your personal preparation.We will also ensure everyone is clear on transport and getting to the location and enjoy a general opportunity to connect as a group and check-in with where everyone is at.

 

Once you have arrived on-site, the preparation phase continues, making up the first afternoon and evening of the face-to-face component of your time with us. After we've connected with the land and set up base camp, we won't be mucking around.  You will need to be at a point in your journey where selecting and fully prepping your VQ quest site within the final two hours of sunlight in the middle of winter, is a challenge you are looking forward to :)

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That night, we will recap the key points of the self-mastery and awareness tools to ensure your ability to successfully navigate anything that may come up for you during your experience, followed by a simple yet beautiful opening ceremony.

 

By the end of this preparation phase you will feel 100% capable of navigating and completing all

aspects of your Solo Vision Quest Ceremony.

 

PHASE TWO - The Vision Quest ceremony

For the next four days and nights, you will sit alone in your Vision Quest circle, fully unsupported by human presence or intervention.

You’ll leave base camp pre-dawn to arrive at your circle by first light, carrying nothing but your intentions and the courage to face whatever arises.

This phase demands total surrender to the wilderness and your inner process. You will rely entirely on your strength, resourcefulness, and connection to the natural world.

PHASE THREE - Integration

After returning to base camp on the fifth morning, you’ll take part in a closing ceremony to honor your journey and the insights you’ve gained.

The final day and night on-site focus on grounding and gently preparing you to re-enter everyday life with the tools to carry the potency of your quest forward.

Two follow-up Zoom calls will support your continued integration, weaving the medicine of your quest into your life.

What happens during your unheld vision quest?

"I feel a renewed energy and sense of presence that allows me to listen to a depth I never knew was possible.

 

I have greater clarity, and as I continue to process personal insights, I can confidently say I've never felt this profoundly connected to my inner self and the natural world."

 - VQ Participant, David Partridge, Northern Beaches, NSW.

Wild Tribes Founder, Kat Sforcina, looking out over the landscape on the Warrumbungles Property.

Why Choose Wild Tribes for Your First Unheld Quest?

  • Privately Held Sacred Lands:

Access 2,500 acres of bushland perfectly suited for Vision Questing, eliminating the struggle of finding safe and welcoming land.

  • Guidance from an Experienced Practitioner:  Learn tools and techniques specific for solo-questing from someone who regularly walks this path.

  • A Gentle Introduction to Extreme Edges:

The structure allows you to take a full-step into the unheld quest experience while still benefiting from emergency protocols and post-quest support.

  • Collective Camaraderie:

Experience the community and connection of group integration while embracing the profound solitude of solo questing.

  • Seasonal Power:

By positioning our unheld quests during the peaks and troughs of natures dance with light and shadow, you will deepen your challenge and align with a time of spiritual renewal, transformation and power.

Wild Tribes Founder, Kat, with Wild Tribes support member, Tara, and some Vision Quest Participants.

A little about the land you will be questing on

Nestled in Central NSW (5.5 hours west of Sydney, 4hrs west of Newcastle) is a secluded 2,500-acre privately held bushland property that is backed by the Warrumbungles national park on three sides.

Here, we find ourselves at the intersection of three Indigenous language groups: Wayilwan, Gamilaraay, and Wiradjuri.

 

We quest, on this privately held property, at the base of the highest peak of the Warrumbungles,

Apu (mountain) Exmouth, whilch also happens to be in the middle of the southern hemisphere’s only national sky park. Apu Wombolong and "Monkey Rock" also tower over the quest area and are the breeding grounds for the Wedge Tailed Eagles in the area, so we often get the incredible opportunity to see them take to the skies during our Vision Quests.

 

Having been given permission from the indigenous elders of these lands, the spirit of the lands, as well as the custodians of the privately held property to run Vision Quest and nature connection programs here, these lands offer stunning natural beauty by day and awe-inspiring stargazing by night.

 

You have to experience it to believe it, but this country is pure medicine. Truly one of the most magical, connected places we feel you could ever Vision Quest on in the southern hemisphere. And this is no exaggeration.

We seek to maintain deep connection with the Ancestors and indigenous traditions of this region and welcome the Elders to join us whenever their schedules allow them to do so also.

"Vision Quest was the most transformative and impactful experiences I have ever had. It allowed me to be with myself, my thoughts and emotions in the most magical way, simply by being in nature with no distractions of modern daily life. 

I have never felt so connected to my inner guidance and I was blown away by 'what came through', which I am still processing and integrating, but I can categorically say without this experience I would not feel so grounded, excited and open to the next chapter of life.

 

Vision Quest is a gift which I wish everyone would experience. I am forever changed in such a positive way, and will be back for another quest."

 - VQ Participant, Rebecca Grainger, Fairlight, NSW.

Another stunning sunset paints the sky hues of apricot at our base camp  on the Warrumbungles property.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR UNHELD VISION QUEST EXPERIENCE?

Vision Quest 3month container including the face-to-face 6nights/7day program

This transformative container spans three months, centering around a 6-night, 7-day wilderness immersion on sacred land. The experience includes a 4-day, 4-night solo Vision Quest ceremony, with two days dedicated to preparation and integration. Together, we’ll revisit the core teachings, share wisdom specific to unheld questing, and explore individual and group processes that ensure a safe and effective experience as you step into this powerful next chapter of your questing journey.

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Safe and Supportive Counsel

This program is designed to help you deepen your relationship with the medicine of the Vision Quest.

Led by Kat Sforcina, founder of Wild Tribes, Kat is an Initiated Vision Quest Protector in the Stalking Wolf Lineage and an experienced solo Vision Quester.  As part of Kat's solo questing journey, she has personally solo-quested on these extraordinary lands four times and is deeply attuned to their spirit and energy. With a strong connection to the land, and permission from the Elders to hold space as the lead facilitator and guide for all the Wild Tribes programs in the Warrumbungles she has a strong history of facilitating Vision Quests and nature immersions here. Kat will serve as your guide, liasion and fellow seeker and will join the cohort in solo-questing in her own sacred circle alongside everyone else.

Before you leave for your Vision Quest, Kat will ensure you are fully prepared with a comprehensive recap of essential tools and safety protocols specific to unheld questing. Her role is to empower you to confidently navigate this “level-up” experience while creating a "hands-off" space to enable you to step into the profound solo journey you are about to undertake.

Small Group Guarantee

​To honor the sacredness of this unheld Vision Quest, we limit participation to a small group. This allows for authentic connections and personalized preparation while still maintaining the autonomy required for a solo experience. As this is an unheld journey, Kat will be the sole facilitator (unless additional team members feel called to join as fellow solo-questers), as such the group will collaborate to set up and pack down base camp, as well as prepare meals pre- and post-quest. Our unheld quests are offered to the first 12 enrolments we receive that meet all eligibility criteria (see below for eligibility details).

Participation in basic yet Sacred Opening and Closing Ceremonies

A simple, yet powerful ceremony will be offered to mark your readiness and completion of this epic rite of passage.

​​These rituals will anchor your journey and hold space for the profound transformation you’ll experience.

Wholesome DELICIOUS 'Slow', organic Meals

All meals and snacks the night before and the day and night after your Vision Quest are provided for, including a celebratory brunch the day of departure. All meals and snacks feature, wherever possible, locally sourced, organic ingredients. Kat, doubling as “head cook,” will lead the preparation of these meals, with group support. Participants often rave about the food as a highlight of the experience, and we aim to uphold this tradition by providing meals that nourish both body, mind and spirit.

Camping Accommodation

Camping on a secluded 2500-acre privately held bushland property at the foot of the Warrumbungles Mountain Range in Central NSW, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of nature.

This is a wilderness immersion experience so camping facilities are basic (on purpose) and will include hot bucket baths the day you come back in from your quest, a drop toilet and a camp shelter for our kitchen. This Vision Quest is self-drive, BYO tent, sleeping, first aid and questing gear - a full list of what to bring and how to prepare will be supplied to you upon completing your booking.

Questing on Sacred Lands*

Located at the intersection of three Indigenous language groups (to the north-west Wayilwan; to the north-East Gamilaraay and; to the south Wiradjuri country) in Central NSW, amidst the stunning Warrumbungles National Park and Australia's only dark sky park, offering awe-inspiring stargazing opportunities. These are some of the most magical lands we have ever experienced and meeting them in an unheld manner will bring you into a depth of communication with them that will be hard to imagine until you experience it for yourself.

 

*Whenever their schedules allow, we also welcome the indigenous Elders of the region to join us, to welcome you to country and spend time teaching you a ceremonial dance that has been used to sing up the lands since time immemorial.

 

1 x 1.5 hr Online Group Preparation Call

 Occurring 3 weeks before the Vision Quest, providing an opportunity to have all your preparation questions answered and to ensure you have your equipment and transport sorted.

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2 x 1.5 hr Online Group Integration Calls

 Occurring within 8 weeks after the Vision Quest, providing additional guidance and support.

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1 x 45 min 1-on-1 Call

Tailored to your specific needs, you can opt to use either before or within the 6 weeks after your Vision Quest as either part of your preparation or integration.

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Comprehensive Support/Information Package

Issued upon registration, including equipment lists, venue directions, and recommendations for personal and physical preparations.

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BONUS  [And Completely Optional] Self-Supported "Pre-Quest" Cleanse

Take your unheld quest experience even deeper and participate in our optional signature self-guided 21-day preparation program designed to help you physically, mentally, emotionally, energetically & digitally detox before you arrive on the lands. This program includes seasonal recipes, guidance, and resources to help you prepare for the fasting and solitude of the quest.

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OPTIONAL additional mentoring and/or healing sessions can be purchased should you wish for tailored support options that extend beyond the program inclusions (charges apply, see add-on options at check-out). 

Celebratory brunch, with farm fresh eggs, on departure day.

A Unique Blend of Solitude and Support

Although this is an unheld Vision Quest, it offers a thoughtful structure to help you transition into solo questing.

Benefits include:

  • Privately Held Land: Access to secluded, safe, and welcoming sacred lands.

  • Mentorship: Guidance from an experienced solo Vision Quester, sharing wisdom and tools for the journey.

  • A Gentle Transition: A supportive way to embrace the intensity of unheld questing while maintaining elements of community and safety.

  • Seasonal Power: By aligning your quest with the Summer Solstice, you tap into the expansive energy of nature’s peak, amplifying transformation and growth.

Step into this sacred container with confidence, knowing you are supported in embracing the potent medicine of solo questing while deepening your connection to yourself, the land, and the powerful rhythm of the season.

READY TO BOOK YOUR VISION QUEST?

Ah-mazing!! Click on the "bookings" button below to register and we will see you in the wild, open spaces for the most profound adventure of your lifetime .... your [unheld] Vision Quest journey.

Have a few more questions?

who is this program suitable for?

The [unheld] Vision Quest program is NOT suitable for everyone. It is presently open to all people 18+ years of age who have completed at least one "held" vision quest before and / OR have experience being alone in wilderness locations for multiple days on end.

 

Due to the more intense nature of this program you will also need to ensure you have a reasonable level of fitness and are not currently dependent on any life-supporting medications ie insulin, warfarin, anti-rejection meds and so on.

Remember, an unheld quest is not for the faint-hearted. It is a journey for those ready to test their edges, face the elements, and immerse themselves in the raw and transformative power of Vision Quest.

If you’re ready to take this next step and expand your relationship with the medicine of the Quest, join us in this sacred practice.

Book YOUR VISION QUEST EXPERIENCE HERE:

Our Unheld Vision Quest: Winter Solstice is intentionally designed to immerse you in the potent medicine of nature’s extremes. Taking place during the darkest and coldest time of the year, this quest invites you to meet your edge not only through solitude but also through the elemental challenges of winter. The Winter Solstice is a time of profound spiritual power—marking the longest night and the rebirth of the sun. It’s a sacred moment for deep reflection, releasing what no longer serves you, and planting seeds for the life you are ready to step into. By questing during this time, you align with the natural cycle of transformation, surrendering to the dark to emerge renewed, empowered, and illuminated.

Our Unheld Vision Quest: Summer is an invitation to connect with the radiant and expansive energy of nature at its height. Taking place during the longest days and warmest nights of the year, this quest invites you to embrace the vibrant power of summer, tapping into the season’s vitality and abundance as you journey into deeper self-discovery. The Summer Solstice is a time of illumination and celebration—a sacred moment to align with the peak of light and life. By questing during this season, you step into the energy of growth and expansion, harnessing the brilliance of the sun to fuel your transformation, amplify your intentions, and return with renewed clarity, strength, and purpose.

We look forward to seeing you in the WILD & SACRED 

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