I was pleased, as the oldest in my group, to be able to keep up. Oddly, my favorite part was wiping out at the end. The water felt great. Several in my group also wiped out, so I was very glad I did not bring my camera or phone, though sad not to have photos. We saw sea lion and seals, California grey pelicans, cormorants, and gulls, of course. No dolphins or sharks. Guides Sarah and Maddy were knowledgeable and entertaining. I received a phone call at about 2:00 the day of my trip telling me that I was the only one to book the 4:20 departure, and was moved to next earlier or later of my choice. Not to be rushed, I went at 5. Everything was as advertised. I had checked for low tide, hoping to be able to enter the caves, but the water was too choppy, and we did not enter them. Nature is unpredictable and wonderful!