Oahu Shark Dive
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
2,904 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience, besides the throwing up part LOL
Mackenzie P,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Very rough on the water. 4 people on the ship threw up after saying they don’t get sea sick. My partner couldnt even go in the cage due to sea sickness. THIS IS NOT THE OPERATORS FAULT!!! Just a precaution! Other than that it was great! I went in the water and the guides were very helpful. Giving my partner gum and getting us out and in of the cage safely. I got some awesome pictures and videos of sharks. Beware that it is very rocky in the cage, we went for 7 am and the cage was kind of hard to stay latched on. You might think the water would be cold but it wasnt! And thats coming from someone who is always cold! However, all in all I had a lot of fun! Thanks to the guides. Would definitely do it again.
So cool
Bobbi S,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I was a little anxious about this experience but it was wonderful. We seen wales on the boat ride out and had several sharks visit us during the tour. Up close but very safe feeling. We even had a child and a non swimmer in our group that all had a great time. Recommend to everyone who is a little interested!
Great experience!!
T154TWkyleh,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing, was my first time shark diving and was my mom's as well. Would highly recommend going on this, well worth the money. The captain and crew were great to be around. Mahalo!
Amazing experience
Kathryn B,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing experience. Great staff, clean boat, and BIG SHARKS!!! Water was a little chilly (they should work on that lol) on a serious note, 100% recommend going on this adventure
Water puppies
Carlee G,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.0010/10 experience. I was a little hesitant to go alone, as I’m not a people person, but this year I’m trying to push myself to get out of my shell. I felt so safe from being on the boat to being in the cadge, our experts were Maddie, and Emma whom were so so kind and explained what we needed to do very straightforward and simple. The sharks were incredible!! I wish I took my underwater camera down with me, but the water was so harsh I didn’t trust myself to hold it and I’m honestly glad i didn’t and just experienced it in real time. I did however get a ton of pictures from on the boat of the sharks and you could see them so clearly. I do recommend having some sort of sea sick medicine as going from the cadge back on the boat was something that made everyone sea sick because of the water. But everything was amazing and I would do it again in a heartbeat
Just Do It!
larry S,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great experience. A must do when in Oahu. I advise you have them film your experience as it makes it so much easier.
So great!! Do it!!
Shanah W,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great staff and a totally unforgettable experience! When back on Oahu we will definitely do this again! Thank you!
Took the son for a...
Wayne C,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Took the son for a belated birthday and graduation gift. He was giddy and loved seeing the sharks. On the way back we saw Humpback whales and got some good pictures as well. He wants to do more. Will definitely come again in the future.
Amazing experience!!
Morgan F,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Water was very rough with multiple people on the boat getting seasick including my husband but we still had an amazing time and seeing so many sharks was a once in a lifetime experience! Would definitely do this again if we come back to Hawaii!
Best thing to do in Oahu!
jameswT3168BV,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome guys to be with. Completely safe. They were thoughtful with my elderly mother. Memorable experience. Highlight of my son’s life!
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