Oahu Shark Dive

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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 note: You are required to call the local tour operator 24-48 hours prior to tour to reconfirm booking; contact information is provided on your confirmation voucher

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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

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.

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

Cage Viewing, No Transfer

Transfer Not Included: Self-Drive. Check-in at Haleiwa Boat Harbor 30 minutes before tour time. Includes approx 20 minutes in the cage.

Reviews

4.83

2,848 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

2549

202

Best experience ever!
Alexandra K,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
In Hawaii on my honeymoon and decided this would be the perfect opportunity to experience my life long dream of swimming with sharks. The experience did not disappoint one bit. The crew made us feel totally relaxed and were very friendly. I thought I would be nervous but that actually wasn’t the case at all. There was something so calming about being down there with the sharks and it was truly incredible. I will be recommending it to everyone!!!
Sharks and Other Creatures
baileysG8053EH,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Overall it was a very unique experience! We saw a large tiger shark and a few other smaller sharks. Unfortunately sharks lose interest in the area surrounding the boat pretty quickly, so if you’re in the second group there’s a good chance you might not see as many sharks as the first group. Something else that I wish I knew going into it: JELLYFISH 🪼 I wish I was smarter with my choice of swim wear because my group got stung quite a few times while in the water. The little rashes they left all over my lower body are still annoying and inflamed a week later. Not the company’s fault at all, just something I wish I knew beforehand!
Super fun time with the...
Abigail G,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Super fun time with the crew! Ample time in the cage though be aware it does get pretty bumpy in the waters. Super cool experience! Bring a water camera if you have one!
It was a great first...
Anthony W,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great first experience with sharks! The staff were super friendly and made everyone feel comfortable and safe.
Great experience, so worth it!
Antonio R,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Swimming with sharks has always been a bucket list item for my wife and I, and we’re so glad we were able to do it on this trip. You could also see the sharks from the boat while the other group was in the water, so there was always something to do or look at. Matty and Joey were great hosts on the trip too, super knowledgeable and helpful through the entire process. We would 100% recommend this activity for anyone wishing to experience swimming with sharks in a fun and safe environment.
Ella and Matti for the W
ne696,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ella and Matti were awesome. Tons of sharks. These two were super informative and patient with the kiddos. Trip was on time and they even found us when we showed up to the wrong place.
Overall experience with 8 year old
Vanessa V,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Sharks are mellow 🤙 If you don't know how to swim you can always hang onto the rails. The water temp is perfect and the hosts are friendly and very knowledgeable. We went with my 8 year old son. He was scared and amazed at the same time
This should be your #1 bucket list tour!
buckeyegirl7182022,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was my 7th trip with them and once again a phenomenal trip!! I do recommend the earlier morning trips as the afternoon water can be a bit choppy. Saw some dolphins on the way out and the crew was kind enough to circle around and let us enjoy them for a few minutes. This is a very safe and fun experience! You will see sharks and lots of them! They run online specials on their website and we paid $112 per person. You go 3 miles offshore (takes about 20 minutes) We went in the cage in groups of 6 for about 20 minutes each( plenty of time) There are bars on the inside of the cage to hang on to. Cage sits above the water line so you are always partially above water. 10/10 highly recommended!
Good Times
Jason B,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Was a great experience I recommend if on the North Shore saw lots of sharks and even some dolphins on the way out
Shark viewing
Katelyn A,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was well worth it!! We were able to see over ten sharks at once. Definitely needed the two Dramamine! The water wasn’t too cold! Only downfall was the snorkel provided, all of ours ended up getting foggy and trying to fix them in the waves while in the cage was pretty challenging! Definitely would have brought our own face ones! The captain Jewels was sooo entertaining! We will definitely do it again some day!!