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.
- No scuba experience is required
- 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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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 !
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Travelers praise the immersive shark cage diving for its safe, thrilling encounters with Galapagos and tiger sharks, suitable for all skill levels and often enriched by additional wildlife sightings. The family-friendly experience is noted for creating memorable moments for children and teens, supported by comfortable accommodations. Captains receive consistent commendation for their friendliness, expertise, and clear communication, which enhance safety and enjoyment throughout the trip.
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What an incredible experience - both Justin and Nick made this an excursion to always remember. I was a little nervous but they were very accommodating and made me comfortable. If you are thinking about this, don't let this opportunity pass you by. We saw 9 sharks in total. You could get up so close to see their eyes change. Felt very safe and enjoyed every minute!
Best experience of my life! Not scary at all. Now I want to try it without a cage. We saw so many sharks! It was incredible.
10/10 amazing friendly, funny and knowledgeable crew. Tons of sharks to watch and great boat ride out! Would recommend to anyone that they do this tour.
This was an amazing experience! We saw LOTS of sharks and they came right up to the cage! The staff were super helpful and knew their stuff. They made the trip great, despite pretty rough seas the day we went.
Awesome experience. 20 sharks swimming all around us in crystal water. Reece and Kai were great hosts
The guides were determined to find us some sharks, and after a few tries we had 5 sharks! I was impressed with their commitment to deliver!
We had a great time. The captain and shipmate were great! I feel like it was the right amount of time spent in the water to enjoy the time we were allowed.
Amazing views of the sharks from both on the boat and in the cage! This was my dream bucket list thing to do. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend using this company!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are so glad you had a good time and got to check this box on your bucket list. We hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
This was an incredible experience! I felt safe, yet got a huge thrill out of the sharks being so close! We saw around 9!
Effen and Nick made the trip enjoyable and fun!
Response from Host, Oct 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.
We learned a lot about the sharks. The instructors were very informative and helped us get the best experience. We saw lots of sharks and definitely fulfilled our expectations..
Response from Host, Oct 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.
Make sure to show up early! Our tickets didn’t note to check in 30 minutes early so we almost missed the boat. The team was kind enough to wait for us to jump on. It is a little choppy out in the box but VERY cool to be so close. You can also watch them swim off the sides of the boat while waiting. We definitely felt it was the highlight of the week.
Response from Host, Oct 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.
Great experience! Would do this every time I’m in Oahu ! Learned a lot about sharks and I feel comfortable with them. Great adventure!
Response from Host, Oct 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.
Great experience, crew was awesome and helpful.
Equipment was great. You will get wet in the boat ….
Response from Host, Sep 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.
The experience was great! It was definitely worth it. But the $140…I don’t know if it should have been that high.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Aloha Dan! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. If you ever decide to come back out with us, you can book directly through us for a better rate. Booking through a third party affiliate typically comes at a higher cost then booking directly through us and please refer to this review for a promo discount code. We hope you had a great rest of your trip and safe travels 🙏🏽🦈
We were able to see so many sharks, including a tiger shark! Our guides were knowledgeable and shared several fun facts with us.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. Our crew sure does love what they do out there. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
Had such a great experience! Would do it again and the crew was great! Beautiful views as well! Worth it
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience and enjoyed the crew, the beautiful views, and your time out on the water. We truly appreciate you saying it was worth it, and we’d love to have you back for another Encounter!
Great staff . Great experience !!! It was a great experience . Exhilarating. The time in the water was just right !! Staff very friendly
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for the awesome review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an exhilarating experience and enjoyed your time in the water. Our crew will be so happy to hear your kind words about their friendliness. We really appreciate you joining us and hope to see you back out on the water for another Encounter!
Our tour guides where really cool and knowledgeable. On the ride out there was some wind and waves nothing too bad. Just not a bad idea to take nausea medication before hand !! Lots of sharks and it was amazing. In the cage you need to really hold on the the bar so you dont get hit against the cage.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and that our guides made the trip fun and informative. We’re also happy you got to see lots of sharks!
The ocean can definitely get a little bumpy at times, so we appreciate you sharing the tip about taking motion sickness medication beforehand. And yes, holding onto the cage bars is an important part of staying secure when the water is moving. Thanks again for the recommendation, and we hope to have you back out on the water with us again!
This was a lot of fun. It was worth the cost. Recommended to go early in the morning before winds pick up.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for joining us! We’re thrilled to hear you had a lot of fun and felt the experience was worth it. And great tip about heading out early the morning conditions can definitely make for an amazing day on the water. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again for another Encounter!
It’s was a great experience highly recommend , the captains were very thorough with explaining everything
Response from Host, Sep 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.
The guides were friendly, knowledge, and made us feel felt safe. There were lots of sharks and LARGE ones. Highly recommend it. Very worth it.
Response from Host, Sep 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.
The trip was awesome! It was completely safe and the operation runs so smooth! The guys running the boat were professional, knowledgeable, and fun! Plan ahead if you get sea sick easily, then pack breath mints for the boat, and take meclizine or Dramamine an hr before the boat departure. The experience was amazing and I could not have been more happy with it! We loved it so well l, we went twice!!!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much, Heather! 🤙🦈 We’re absolutely stoked to hear that you had such an amazing experience with us! Our crew works hard to make every trip fun, smooth, safe, and unforgettable, so hearing that you enjoyed the whole experience means the world to us.
And you came back twice?! That’s the ultimate compliment! 😂🦈 We’d love to have you back for round three whenever you’re ready. Mahalo for choosing us and for taking the time to share such an awesome review! 🌊🤙
It's an awesome experience. We saw lots of gallapeo sharks even a tiger shark. Adam and Nick we great.
Response from Host, Sep 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.
Amazing experience, we were able to see 2 Galapagos and 1 tiger. Also we shared cage with just 2 more people which made it very convenient and easy to take pictures. You feel save the whole time and would recommend to take the earliest hour
Response from Host, Sep 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.
The experience was amazing! I would say definitely go on a calmer day if you are prone to motion sickness as the boat is smaller and I was fighting for my life lol. The boat ride to the cage was honestly super fun as well, the experience as a whole was like no other. I was basically face-to-face with a 6 to 8ft shark as well as a huge baracuda. Very very cool and so worth it.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing time and got to experience those incredible sharks up close! 🦈😂 We definitely appreciate the heads-up about motion sickness—ocean conditions can make the boat ride an adventure of its own!
Being face-to-face with a 6–8 ft shark and a huge barracuda is definitely a memory you won’t forget. We’re so glad you felt the experience was worth it and hope to have you back with us again for another unforgettable adventure! 🌊🤙
100/10 experience. Crew members were amazing and showed us every little step to the detail. Must try
Response from Host, Aug 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.
One of the highlights of my trip! We saw several sharks and they got really close. The guides were very friendly and helpful!
Response from Host, Aug 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.
Guides were exceptional. Very easy to work with and answered all questions asked. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Response from Host, Aug 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.
I wish there was an option for more than 5 stars. This was nothing short of amazing, one that the family will never forget. The crew were fantastic and we had ample time in the cage to really soak it all in. There were plenty of sharks to see including a couple of tiger sharks! There is a nice local shopping area close by for some retail therapy before and / or after too!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the incredible review! 🤙 We’re thrilled to hear that your family had such an amazing and unforgettable experience with us. Seeing those tiger sharks up close is truly something special, and we’re so glad you had plenty of time in the cage to take it all in!
Our crew will absolutely love hearing your kind words. Thank you for choosing us to be part of your Hawaii adventure—and we hope you enjoyed some well-deserved retail therapy before or after the dive! 🦈🌊🤙
We’d love to have you and your family back again someday!
We had a wonderful experience I was afraid, but they put my mind at ease and I ended up having a great time. 10 out of 10 recommend!!
Response from Host, Aug 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.
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