Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage Diving
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Oahu, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
Experience the thrill of meeting sharks face-to-face in the pristine waters of Oahu on this cage-diving adventure. See Hawaii's majestic hunters — Galapagos and Sandbar sharks in their natural environment — surrounded by the deep blue of Oahu’s North Shore. Observe from the safety of a floating cage. Stay on the surface, then using a mask and snorkel, look through large polyglass windows to watch the sharks as they gracefully glide by.
- Enjoy a more personal experience with a small group
- Opt to stay on the boat with an observer only option
- Learn fascinating facts about shark biology and behavior
- No previous scuba diving experience is necessary
What's Included
- Shark Cage Diving
- Use of Snorkeling equipment
- Local taxes
- Expert crew
- Towels, swimwear, suntan lotion
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and Beverages
- Gratuities
- Private Tour
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Hale‘iwa Boat Harbor, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
Address: Hawaii Shark Encounters 66-105 Haleiwa Rd. Haleiwa, HI 96712
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Your day begins at Hale’iwa Boat Harbor, where you can meet the crew, board your boat, and set off on an adventure through Oahu’s clear waters. Get inside a floating cage and visit an area where Galapagos and Sandbar sharks live in the wild.
To ensure it's a safe and stress-free experience, the crew is there to guide you, and all snorkeling equipment is provided, so you can travel light.
Stay on the surface with your snorkel and mask, then have a chance to look through polyglass windows to watch the sharks. It's an ideal activity for those who don’t have scuba diving experience, as no experience or certification is required to take part.
As well as having a memorable wildlife encounter, you can also broaden your knowledge, as the crew provides commentary about shark biology and behavior.
After spending around two hours exploring the natural shark habitat, the trip finishes back at the harbor.
To ensure it's a safe and stress-free experience, the crew is there to guide you, and all snorkeling equipment is provided, so you can travel light.
Stay on the surface with your snorkel and mask, then have a chance to look through polyglass windows to watch the sharks. It's an ideal activity for those who don’t have scuba diving experience, as no experience or certification is required to take part.
As well as having a memorable wildlife encounter, you can also broaden your knowledge, as the crew provides commentary about shark biology and behavior.
After spending around two hours exploring the natural shark habitat, the trip finishes back at the harbor.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum age 5yr old
- Observer ticket does not include getting in the cage, or use of snorkel equipment. It is mainly used for people that want to join their family or friends but not get in the water.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Frequently Asked Question (1)
Q:Can I bring my own camera?
A:Absolutely! Be sure your camera is waterproof if you plan to take it in the water with you.
May 2023
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Lorenah_R
Absolutely amazing experience! The sharks aren't as deadly as I thought. I was able to get close and personal with them in the cage. The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend to try this. It was my first time and I loved it !
Reviews
4.8
based on 1,447 reviews
paul_W, Jun 2026
Excellent!! The crew were amazing throughout the trip out to the Sharks, such an amazing experience, at least 8-10 sharks. I would definitely recommend this to anyone thinking about this.
Thank you
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience and were able to see so many sharks during your tour. Our crew works hard to make every trip safe, memorable, and exciting, so your kind words mean a lot to us.
Thank you for choosing to join us and for recommending us to others. We hope to welcome you back for another shark encounter in the future!
Mahalo.
Ashley_R, Jun 2026
Great shark encounter with the Galapagos sharks (about 10 of them) and a female Tiger shark! Also saw a barracuda and yellow fin tuna! On the way out to the cage we saw a pod of Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins jumping the wake of our boat! Ephraim and Jax were very informative and friendly! The entire group enjoyed themselves!!! Thanks!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Mahalo for sharing your experience! What an incredible day on the water seeing Galapagos sharks, a Tiger shark, barracuda, yellowfin tuna, and even a pod of Hawaiian spinner dolphins is truly special. We're thrilled that you and your group enjoyed such an unforgettable encounter with Hawaii's amazing marine life.
We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Ephraim and Jax. They love sharing their knowledge and helping guests feel comfortable while creating memorable experiences.
Thank you for choosing to join us, and we hope to welcome you back for another shark encounter soon!
Mahalo.
Hope_W, Jun 2026
We had an amazing shark cage diving experience! The crew was incredibly friendly, professional, and made everyone feel safe and comfortable throughout the trip. They provided all the snorkeling gear we needed, which made the experience very convenient.
Seeing the sharks up close was absolutely unforgettable and definitely the highlight of our trip. The crew was knowledgeable, organized, and happy to answer any questions.
A couple of our friends did get seasick due to the waves. So if you're prone to motion sickness, you may want to take precautions beforehand. Other than that, everything was fantastic.
They also offer GoPro rentals for $50, which is well worth it if you want to capture the experience and relive those incredible moments later. Overall, we highly recommend this adventure to anyone looking for a unique and exciting experience!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Mahalo for the fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that your shark cage diving experience was a highlight of your trip. Our crew takes great pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and memorable adventure for every guest, so it's wonderful to know you felt well taken care of throughout the tour.
There's nothing quite like seeing sharks up close in their natural environment, and we're thrilled you found it to be such an unforgettable experience. We also appreciate your kind words about our crew's professionalism, knowledge, and willingness to answer questions.
Thank you as well for mentioning seasickness. Ocean conditions can vary, and taking motion sickness precautions beforehand is definitely a good idea for guests who may be sensitive to the waves.
We're glad you enjoyed the GoPro rental option too those shark encounters make for some incredible memories to take home! Mahalo for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you and your friends back for another encounter in the future.
Gregory_G, Jun 2026
Awesome trip. It’s definitely an amazing experience with an excellent crew. I’ve done a lot of cool things in my life, and if you are anywhere near the north shore, this is well worth the money to experience.
Diana_M, Jun 2026
This is a once in a lifetime experience. We felt so safe and comfortable swimming amongst the Galapagos sharks up close and personal.
Casey_G, May 2026
My brother & I did this amazing tour on Friday! Adam & Ephraim were our tour guides and locals to the area. Once I saw Adam’s tattoos of the fins, I knew we were with the right people! The cage itself is not scary at all! The scariest part was the boat ride out there - it can get choppy but just enjoy the view (we saw a few dolphins) and go early! Getting in/out of the cage safely was my biggest concern, but they made it really simple for us! We were in 400 feet of water and saw about 9 Galapagos sharks! I’ll definitely be touring with them again!
Bryanna_L, May 2026
Went for a early morning tour and we were lucky enough to see a huge Tiger shark, who stuck around the entire tour and bumped the cage. The captain and first mate were super nice and eager to talk with us while we waited our turn and give us more facts about the area and sharks.
Nick_W, May 2026
This was one of the best experiences we have ever done and the 2 guys on the boat were fantastic and made the trip. Once in the cage we were surrounded by 10ft Galapagos sharks which awesome!!!
Deborah_G, May 2026
This adventure was amazing!!! There were a bunch of reef sharks and a huge tiger shark swam around us for over 20 minutes!!! The captains were very friendly and helpful as well. Definitely would go again!
Nicholas_D, May 2026
Awesome time on the boat going to see the sharks. They were very active the day we went. Crew was very friendly.
Emily_B, May 2026
It was an amazing experience. The Pacific is a brutal lady! Kaleb and Ikaika we very engaging and thorough. We were so thrilled to have gone on this trip. The sharks were beautiful and punctual! 3 of our 4 got sick but it was well worth it!
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
Ian_B, May 2026
Excellent crew. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Lots of time in the water.
Thoroughly recommend to all.
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
Angela_T, May 2026
This was such a cool experience! I wish I could remember our tour guides names but they were fantastic. I couldn't believe how many Galapagos sharks were around us. At least 15+. Don't be afraid to do this! I was a little nervous going solo but it was perfectly safe. Definitely recommend doing this on our next trip!
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
danielle_c, May 2026
Great crew. Simple to follow instructions. Made the experience awesome for everyone on board. Bring a towel or something to over yourself if you take an am trip, the wind can be chilly.
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
alexa_p, May 2026
Excellent experience! The crew was great and made us feel very safe. They were very fun and energetic. I would definitely do this experience again and I highly recommend this team. They went over and above for us, and I could not be happier. You need to do this! The sharks were amazing and it was not scary at all. Also, the blue was this beautiful cobalt color. You have to see it.
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
Jaden_P, May 2026
Guides were great! Saw some cool sharks! Great day on the water! Take your anti nausea medicine beforehand, it does get a bit rough on the water. Mahalo!
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
Justin_W, May 2026
Experience was unforgettable. Could almost touch the sharks. The guides/captain were very chill and knowledgeable. Definitely do this again with this company!! 🤙
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
Ree, May 2026
Ooooh we had fun! It was interesting and nerve racking but totally fun!
This is a must and completely safe.
Such a thrilling experience!
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
Anthony_J, Apr 2026
Awesome!!! The crew was awesome, very knowledgeable. Saw more Whales on our shark tour than we did on our whale tour by a different charter.
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for the awesome review! We’re so glad you had such a great time with the crew and appreciated their knowledge out on the water.
That’s incredible timing on the whale sightings, sometimes the ocean really puts on a show when you least expect it! We’re happy you got to experience that extra magic during your shark tour.
Thanks again for joining us, and we’d love to have you back out anytime!
Andrea_H, Apr 2026
Guides Jax and Caleb were great. They told us about the sharks. We rented a go pro and filmed the sharks swimming around the cage. It was a great experience!
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for the great review! We’re so glad you had an awesome time out on the water.
Jax and Caleb will really appreciate the shout out, they love sharing their knowledge about the sharks and making the experience both fun and informative. Renting the GoPro is such a great way to capture those moments swimming right alongside the cage!
Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to see you back out on the ocean someday!
Lorenah_R, Apr 2026
Absolutely amazing experience! The sharks aren't as deadly as I thought. I was able to get close and personal with them in the cage. The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend to try this. It was my first time and I loved it !
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for the awesome review! We’re so glad your first time with us was such a memorable one, and that you got to see up close just how incredible these sharks really are.
Our crew will be happy to hear your kind words, they work hard to make sure everyone feels safe, comfortable, and informed throughout the experience.
Thanks for the recommendation, and we’d love to have you back out on the water again someday!
Caity_L, Apr 2026
It was a wonderful experience! The guides were friendly and knowledgeable. We saw lots of sharks and felt safe and comfortable the entire time.
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for the kind review! We’re so glad you had a wonderful experience and felt safe and comfortable throughout the trip.
Our crew will be happy to hear your shoutout, they work hard to keep things both fun and informative out on the water. And it’s great that you got to see plenty of sharks!
Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to see you back out on the ocean someday!
Tyler_K, Apr 2026
Great captain and awesome experience for my kids. There were lots of large sharks and we saw humpback whales while on the boat ride to the shark cage
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for sharing your experience! We’re so glad your family had a great time and that the kids enjoyed it, that’s what it’s all about for us.
Seeing plenty of sharks in the cage and catching humpback whales on the way out is pretty special timing! We’ll also pass your kind words along to the captain.
Thanks again for coming out with us, and we hope to see you and your family back on the water someday!
Rebecca_L, Apr 2026
If I could give this more than five stars, I definitely would. David and Ephraim were knowledgeable, professional and made us feel completely safe but also had us rolling with laughter. David even got into the cage with us at the end, so we felt like he really loved his work. Highly recommend for confident swimmers. This was a high point of our visit to the island.
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for such an incredible review! We’re honored you’d give us more than five stars, that truly means a lot.
David and Ephraim will be stoked to hear this. They do an amazing job balancing safety, professionalism, and keeping things fun, so it’s awesome to know that came through. Getting in the cage with guests is something David loves to do when conditions allow it really shows how passionate he is about what he does.
We’re so glad this was a highlight of your trip to the island. Thanks again for the recommendation, and we’d love to have you back out with us anytime!
Robert_P, Apr 2026
Amazing! We did this 14 years ago, but we prepared ourselves this time with a bit of Dramamine to prevent sea 🌊 sickness. 😊
Caleb and Miles did an AMAZING job and most importantly keeping us safe. Saw a TON of sharks, and $50 GoPro rental sealed the deal. 😊
I highly recommend this excursion and this company! You won't regret it! 💪 💯 ❤️
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for coming back out with us after all these years, that means so much! We’re glad you came prepared and were able to fully enjoy the experience this time around.
Caleb and Miles will be stoked to hear your shoutout they take a lot of pride in making sure everyone feels safe while having an unforgettable time. And we’re happy the GoPro helped you capture all those shark moments!
Thanks again for the amazing recommendation we’d love to have you back for round three someday!
Kelly_B, Mar 2026
It was absolutely an amazing experience. If for some reason you are on the fence about it , definitely do it. You will not regret it. Our guides were very knowledgeable and friendly.
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for the awesome review! We love hearing that you had such an amazing experience and you’re absolutely right, there’s nothing quite like it once you take the plunge.
Our crew takes a lot of pride in being both knowledgeable and welcoming, so we’re glad that stood out to you. Thanks for the encouragement to future guests, and we hope to see you again out on the water someday!
Jami, Mar 2026
The guides were amazing and we saw many sharks. The water was a little murky due to the rain, but they helped us move to the right place in the cage for optimal viewing
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for the great review! We’re so glad you still got to see plenty of sharks despite the murky water. Our crew always does their best to adjust and help everyone get the best possible view, so it’s awesome to hear that made a difference.
We really appreciate you joining us and hope to have you back out again for even clearer conditions next time!
Myranda_O, Mar 2026
Great customer service!!!
We went out a few days after the Kona came through, water was murky and we were unable to clearly see so they gave us a full refund.
Definitely recommend using this company as they truly want you to have an amazing experience.
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for your kind words and understanding! Ocean conditions can be unpredictable, and after a Kona low storm the visibility wasnt what we’d like it to be. While we’re bummed you didn’t get the full experience, we always want our guests to have the best possible encounter so we felt a refund was the right call.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope you’ll come back out with us on a clearer day so we can show you what shark diving is all about!
Kevin_J, Mar 2026
Well worth it! It was a great experience I highly recommend it if you are in Oahu. The crew were nice guys and very knowledgeable.
Response from Host, May 2026
Mahalo for the kind words! We’re so glad you had a great time with us it really means a lot. Our crew works hard to make every trip both fun and informative, so it’s awesome to hear that came through. Thanks for recommending us, and we hope to see you again next time you’re on Oahu!
Glen_G, Mar 2026
Experience of a life time the skipper and deck hand were hilarious and welcoming. I recommend renting thier go pros when filming with the waterproof bags on the phones it kept zooming in on its own.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Aloha Glen,
Thank you for joining us and for the awesome review!
We’re so glad you had the experience of a lifetime. Our skipper and deckhands love making the trip fun and welcoming, so they’ll be happy to hear they made you laugh while keeping the good vibes going out on the water.
Great tip about the cameras too! The waterproof phone bags can sometimes trigger the screen and cause that zoom issue, so renting our GoPros is definitely the best way to capture those shark moments clearly.
Mahalo for coming out with us, and we hope to see you again for another encounter soon!
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