This was our first time paddleboarding. We had great instruction and equipment, the Anahulu River and the beach we started out from were lovely and smooth, and we saw some sea turtles and fish along the way. Everyone we met was super friendly. There was a little wind and the beach was choppy on the return but we had no problems paddling back in. Knowledgeable and interesting guide- this was a fun excursion that we would definitely recommend, especially for new paddleboarders.