Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Book the Oahu Shark Dive for a thrilling shark encounter off the North Shore. You’ll travel by boat from Haleiwa Harbor, then view sharks from a secure cage, with clear water offering excellent visibility. No swimming skills are required. Crew members are experienced and focus on guest safety, and you can choose to watch the action from the boat if you prefer to stay dry.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please check in 30 minutes prior.
Recommended age is 5+ based on Captains discretion and conditions permitting.
No swimming skills are required.
Observers and divers will be on the same boat, as long as they have booked the same time slot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
You’ll snorkel in a secure aluminum cage about three miles off the North Shore, where you can see Galapagos and Sandbar sharks clearly in their natural habitat. The cage floats at the surface, so you don’t need to swim—just hold on to the bars and watch the sharks up close. All snorkel gear is provided, and trained crew members are there to ensure your safety and answer any questions.
What‘s Included
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Shark Dive Experience
Expert crew
Local taxes
Transportation from the Waikiki area
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Food and drinks
High definition underwater video service (upgrade available on the boat for additional $75)
Towels, swimwear, suntan lotion
Gratuities
Private Experience
Options
Observer Boat Only No Transfer
Transfer not included: Does not include going into the cage, please select Cage viewing option to go into the water
In Cage Viewing, No Transfer
Recommended age is 5+: At discretion of the Captain, and conditions permitting.
Transfer Not Included: Self-Drive. Check-in at Haleiwa Boat Harbor 30 minutes before tour time. Includes approx 20 minutes in the cage.
Reviews
2,944 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Give it a shot…. You won’t regret it!
lynnmA2482AJ,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience! I was scared to death, water was choppy, but the crew totally eased my nerves! We saw so many massive sharks! It was incredible! I can’t wait to go home and share our family trip with others! I totally recommend GOPRO to record your experience! This company was amazing! They were very knowledgeable!
Coolest thing I've ever done!
hazzard0us,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adding the Shark Dive to our trip right before heading to the island was the best decision we made. This was the most incredible experience I have ever experienced. We arrived a little more than 30 minutes prior to our charter time, unfortunately the captain missed us at check in and we joined a later charter which worked out really well for us. Captain Ken was our boat captain and he was very kind & knowledgeable, he provided us alot of information prior to us taking off and while we were out on the water. He also had floating camera handles he allowed us to use - thanks Ken - we didn't even think about this. The First Mate & crew on our charter were great and very informative. It was whale season in Hawaii while we were there so we were able to see sprays from the whales on the trip out to the shark encounter area. We were able to see whales breaching the water in the distance, we also saw alot of sharks. The charter takes us 3 miles off shore & then hooks up to the shark cages that are tethered out in the open water while charters go to and from. It is about a 20 minute boat ride out to the shark cages & 20 minutes back. Each group gets so spend roughly 20 minutes in the shark cage, getting up close and personal with these majestic creatures. Captain Ken took some video footage from a pole camera and we were able to be in the background in the cage, the video provided by the captain was clear and a great perspective. I am so glad that we added this to our trip because this was hands down one of the coolest experiences of my life! I would definitely do this again, on our next trip to Hawaii.
Unique and Fun!
Scott B,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a totally unique experience. The sharks are as beautiful and majestic as you would think they would be, and we all felt safe inside the cage. Captain and crew did a great job. Only thing to bear in mind is that you're going out a ways into the ocean and it was pretty wavy the day we went so if you're prone to seasickness, take prior measures.
Great shark experience!!
Steven T,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Crew was exceptional!! Very informative and friendly. Only saw Galapagos sharks but still very active waters.
Whales, dolphins, and shark sightings
Dream714130,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So grateful for our guide and captain for patience and determination. We were lucky to get a break in the weather and not only saw the sharks, but dolphins and whales too! Will be booking this again in the future.
so fun!
42tessaa,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went with my boyfriend and had a great time! It was rainy but we still saw a ton of Galapagos sharks and the guides were very helpful. Not crowded at all and we saw humpback whales too! It was just over $200 for 2 adults and lasted over an hour I believe. Would totally go again!!
There were so many sharks...
Olivia B,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00There were so many sharks and we saw a couple whales it was so cool would definitely recommend. Staff were so nice.
Great trip
Donna s,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great trip! We had so much fun! Well worth it! So glad we booked this excursion. Crew was great and kept everyone safe!
We survived and had a blast
Billy L,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun experience. Captain Kevin was funny, knowledgeable and made sure we were having a good time. I recommend to anyone looking for some fun.
it's about an hour and a...
Kiran Y,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00it's about an hour and a half, with about 20 mins to get to the shark cage, and each group there spends 20 mins in the shark cage. and then 20 mins back. views on the ride are great. the masks that were provided sometimes let a little bit of water in, and were not the best
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