Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Oahu, USA
- 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Thrill-seeking, nature-loving travelers won’t want to miss this chance to dive with sharks without a cage in Oahu. Enjoy a fun and educational activity under the guidance of qualified marine biologists, who know how to respect the sharks and keep you safe. Dive from a boat with snorkels but without barriers, so you can feel fully immersed in the experience.
- Snorkeling equipment will be provided
- Dive with an underwater photographer
- Receive personalized attention on a small-group dive experience
- The tour is under two hours long
What's Included
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Deep Blue Eco Tours66-105 Haleiwa Rd, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
Please meet at the Haleiwa Harbor Boat Ramp, call us if you need directions.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
1
Haleiwa
2
North Shore
3
Waimea Bay
4
Pua'ena Point Beach Park
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- Nor Recommended for travelers who cannot swim (for swimming activities only)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Joe_J
Absolutely incredible, the crew were so friendly and knowledgeable. Felt safe from the minute we got on the boat and the talk you through everything and teach you a little about the sharks too! If you’ve ever considered diving with sharks I can’t recommend these guys enough
Reviews
4.9
based on 136 reviews
Josephine_T, May 2026
We were so nervous before our dive but it turned out to be our favorite experience of the entire trip. This was super out of my comfort zone but they made it a great experience. All of the staff were very knowledgeable and calm. I loved getting to learn about the wildlife and conservation, along with having an incredible experience. I would recommend this to anyone!
Grant_P, May 2026
This is a must do. Had a blast with about 20 plus sharks. Guaranteed sharks to snorkel with. The crew were comforting and reassured our safety. Only thing is if your going from Waikiki, hire a car, busses are unreliable (this is not fault of Deep Blue Echo). Overall experience is great and still reliving the moment
Christy_L, Apr 2026
Saw about 12 Galapagos sharks. They were calm and beautiful. No danger at all as they don't want to go that close to you...but close enough to appreciate them.
The optional photo session requires you to free dive, which was amazing but physically tiring if you aren't have experience doing that or descent cardio fitness. Having said that....it was totally worth it to have great photos of this rare experience!
Paul_M, Mar 2026
It may have been seasonal luck but a Whale and her calf plus a pod of 50+ Spinner dolphins during the transit and then 15 Galapagos sharks AND a massive barracuda for the whole snorkelling experience :) A genuinely amazing experience. The Blue Eco Team were a light touch, seriously competent and knowledgeable team and the intimacy of the group size (5 total) made the whole time even more memorable. Even a cranky oldie like me was impressed and the surreal moment of hearing whale song underwater whilst being actually surrounded by large sharks (and a barracuda !) was unforgettable.
SeaOn_L, Mar 2026
AWESOME! This is easily one of the coolest activities that I've done in my Hawaii trip. It was super fun and I could see multiple Galapagos sharks. The dive guides and the captain are very professional and I felt safe the entire time. I chose the photography option, and I am so happy that I did it! Nika was the photographer and she is fantastic. I love the photos a lot.
Micheala_B, Jan 2026
Easily the coolest experience I've had yet! It is affordable and memorable. The dive team is very knowledgeable. 10/10!!
Vanessa_F, Dec 2025
You literally go against everything you’ve ever been told about sharks and jump right on in with them!!! So crazy! So amazing!
Alejandra_M, Sep 2025
Amazing and very safe and fun. The staff were very nice and helpful. You should live that experience at least once in your life.
Mariska_M, Aug 2025
This was such an incredible experience! The crew was amazing so welcoming, friendly, and helpful. They explained everything in detail, which made me feel safe and comfortable the entire time. I will say you do get splashed a lot on the boat but that’s just any boat ride on the ocean when the water is choppy.
leilah_H, May 2025
Super fun experience. The tour company was amazing and we have the best time. There were sharks and it was cool to see them up close in the ocean!
Kim_B, May 2025
We had a fantastic time. The team was incredible. We saw and swam with many sharks and never felt unsafe. We have a new appreciation for sharks. Well worth the money.
ingmar_h, Apr 2025
Cancellation w/o previous notice.
No contact before, I was driving 50km for nothing
No contact before from Viator neither operator.
I feel more than disappointed
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Aloha,
We tried to contact you multiple times the day before your tour. We are sorry that you were not able to respond to our notifications before you drove to the north shore. We gave you options to reschedule as well.
As you were explained- we need at least 3 people to book to run a trip which is standard among all tour operators with our passenger maximum.
Angela_Y, Apr 2025
Best experience ever. The crew was very nice and helpful. I did this activity because my boyfriend really wanted to but I was nervous. The crew made the experience extremely safe and fun. We also got to see dolphins!!
Michael_C, Mar 2025
The crew was very professional and helpful. A lot of knowledge given before the dive so we knew what to do in the water. An awesome experience and would do it again in the future.
Pawel_Z, Jan 2025
First time saw sharks up close. The experience was amazing and we felt safe with the safety diver. Very glad we didn't opt for a shark cage from another company.
Jacob_E, Dec 2024
Great trip the guides were very nice and informational and hot!!! A lot of fun definitely going to come back
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for the awesome review! 🦈🌊 We’re so glad you had a great time and enjoyed the fun, informative experience with our guides. We’ll be sure to pass along the compliment to them! 😎 We can’t wait to have you back for more unforgettable shark encounters. Until then, take care! 💙✨
Andrew_S, Dec 2024
We traveled and saw 15 sharks! Amazing!! I truly couldn’t believe that I was able to get in the water with them, and they made it happen.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Wow, 15 sharks! 🦈🌊 That’s incredible! We’re so glad you had the opportunity to get in the water with these amazing creatures, and it’s awesome to hear that we could make it happen for you. It’s truly a unique experience, and we’re thrilled you were able to be part of it. Hope to see you again for more unforgettable shark encounters! 💙✨
Cheryl_K, Nov 2024
I am deathly afraid of the shark's but wow what a experience of a lifetime great team felt very relaxed and protected very much would do it again and highly recommend this tour they were great for someone facing her fears thanks for the experience 😀 👍
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Mahalo for sharing your experience! We're so glad our team helped you feel safe and relaxed while facing your fears. It’s amazing to hear it was the experience of a lifetime for you! Thank you for recommending us—we’d love to have you join us again anytime! 🦈🌊😊
Sara_K, Sep 2024
Kai, Meg and Maddy provided us with a truly great experience. The team’s professional and calm attitude created the feeling of safety the entire time. We got a chance to see 3 different species of sharks during our dive and hear more about sharks in general on our way back.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
So awesome you were able to see 3 different species of sharks!
Saftey is our number ineligible priority so it makes us so happy to hear that you felt safe the whole time.
Mahalo for appreciating our Shark conservation speech as well!
Christina_G, Sep 2024
The greatest experience of my life and the crew couldn’t have been any better with their knowledge, expertise, and safety.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Mahalo Christina! So happy to hear it was the greatest experience of your life 🦈🤙🏽🦈🤙🏽🦈
Joe_J, Aug 2024
Absolutely incredible, the crew were so friendly and knowledgeable. Felt safe from the minute we got on the boat and the talk you through everything and teach you a little about the sharks too! If you’ve ever considered diving with sharks I can’t recommend these guys enough
Response from Host, Aug 2024
So glad to hear you learned about sharks more and enjoyed this bucket list shark diving experience! We appreciate you Mahalo! (:
Robert_B, Aug 2024
Definitely my favorite part of my trip to Oahu. I was so nervous at first but the crew was excellent, making me feel safe from the minute I got in the water, by the end of the run I didn't want to get out of the water. So worth it! I like how they only take out a handful of people at a time this way the sharks aren't scared off by a big group of people and our guide was able to give us a more personalized experience. Our camera footage was incredible. I gained a new respect and appreciation for these beautiful creations. I am so glad I chose Deep Blue Eco tours. Even though we were swimming in 450 foot Deep waters I felt safe the entire time. I can't wait to post the awesome footage I got being surrounded by 6-8 sharks at once on my Instagram. Sharks just might be my new favorite animal.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We are so excited to be able to give you this incredible bucket list experience! Glad you enjoyed the experience and learned something new and gained a new appreciation we love to hear that! Mahalo! :)
calvin_m, Jul 2024
Amazing experience. The crew was very professional and made sure Saftey was a top priority. I got to swim with 10+ Galapagos sharks and we even saw a tiger shark for a few minutes.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We are so excited to be able to give you this incredible bucket list experience! Glad you enjoyed the experience and learned something new! Mahalo!
Yanira_R, Nov 2022
If you go to Hawaii and swim with sharks uncaged is in your bucket list, this is the place. Crew was amazing and knowledgeable. They made me feel safe. If you want breathtaking pictures, request Nika as a photographer, she is awesome.
11/15/2022
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Mahalo for the review! We are so glad that you has an amazing experience with us!
5nb4y9dhcp, Oct 2022
One for the books! I was a little nervous swimming with sharks beforehand seeing how Hollywood depicts them as vicious but honestly these were majestic creatures. Loved the experience and crew. Must try !
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Mahalo for your review! We are so happy to hear you loved the experience! We hope to see you soon!
Haley_C, Oct 2022
Had an awesome time at the surfing lesson- got up on the waves quickly, and both Shane and Captain Neil were super nice.
Sean_R, Jul 2022
Absolutely amazing experience I’ve already told everyone I can here in Hawaii to go on this tour/dive. Such a great experience. The staff were awesome and extremely reassuring. It was a awesome experience and very safe. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Mahalo! We really appreciate your review and are so glad that you had an awesome experience with us.
MaryAnn_B, Jun 2022
I don’t want to leave a story, but I have to. Normally I don’t leave reviews, but I did have a good time.
Recommend
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Aloha! We are glad you had a good time.
We loved to share this once-in-a-lifetime educational experience with you! Sending you Aloha!
Michael_K, May 2022
the big guys got really close, the crew were all super rad, and they knew a lot about the sharks!!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Thank you so much, Michael! We are so glad to share this experience with you and spread shark education! We can’t wait to have you guys back! Mahalo! (:
Aaron_S, Apr 2022
They cancelled on me at the same day - somebody should have at least called before I drove 45 miles for nothing
Response from Host, Apr 2022
Aloha Aaron, We apologize greatly. We have been having connection issues with this app and suggest to book via https://www.deepblueecotours.com or call us at 808-321-1251. Mahalos & we apologize for the inconvenience. Aloha and hope to see you out on our tour soon!
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