This was exactly what we were looking for. An unguided trip, at our own pace, for a family of 6. We have kids from 11 to 20, excellent for all. While this trip is unguided, the owner / operator Matt, still provides support from the shuttle vehicle at different points on your way down. This includes great snacks, including home baked toasted coconut muffins. The ride has very little traffic until you hit the coast. This is slightly concerning with an 11 year old, but the traffic was chill, no problems. The ride itself was great, starting up high on the volcano, and winding down through small towns all the way to the beach. The bikes and helmets are light weight, making it easy to stop and grab a pastry or check out a local shop. This also makes it nice to use equipment that you would most likely be familiar with.