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Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore
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Islandview Hawaii guides your shark swim in open water off Haleiwa with a safety diver. The 105-minute trip costs from $150 per person. Your photos and video are included. You meet beside the Haleiwa Harbor boat ramp 15 minutes before departure. Daily boats leave every 2 hours from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with up to 8 guests sharing the trip.
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Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore at a glance
| Cage | None, open water snorkeling |
| Duration | 105 minutes |
| Price | from $150 per person |
| Water time | 30 minutes |
| Departures | Daily, every 2 hours from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
| Meet | Haleiwa Harbor boat ramp, 15 minutes before departure |
| Ages | 5 and up, children with an adult |
| Group | Up to 8 guests, minimum 2 to run |
| Main trade-off | No personal underwater cameras |
| Guide languages | English |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on .
What's included
- Safety diver
- Local guide
- Free Photos and Videos
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Cage-Free Shark Swim
- Live Commentary on board
- Free parking is readily available near the dock
What's not included
- Swimsuit - come ready to swim
- Sunscreen - apply prior to boarding to limit excessive scents/oils in the water
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Bottled water
- Personal Underwater Cameras NOT allowed
Options
Which option to book
The single option covers a shared shark swim with photos and video. It runs daily every 2 hours from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., daily |
The catch: The trip needs 2 guests to run, and personal underwater cameras aren't allowed.
The day
How does the day work?
You leave the Haleiwa boat ramp for an offshore shark swim and return to the same dock.
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At the ramp
You board with Islandview Hawaii beside the Haleiwa Harbor launch ramp. Snorkel gear is provided for the swim.
- 2
Out to open water
The boat leaves the North Shore coast for the sharks' offshore habitat. You swim in open ocean.
- 3
Guided swim
A safety diver stays beside you while you snorkel. The crew provides photos and video, so personal underwater cameras aren't allowed.
- 4
Back to Haleiwa
The boat returns to the harbor after your swim. You finish at the same launch ramp where you met the crew.
The 105-minute booking covers the boat ride and shark encounter. The swim accounts for 30 minutes of the outing, with the trip ending back at Haleiwa Harbor.
Pickup and meeting point
- Ramp location: Your meeting point is on the left side of Haleiwa Small Boat Harbor. The crew meets you beside the launch ramp and loading dock.
- Arrival and parking: Arrive 15 minutes before sailing to meet the boat. Free parking is available near the dock.
- Waiver: Your waiver needs completing before you reach the harbor. The booking instructions contain the form and request contact details for any trip changes.
- Your transfer: Hotel transport isn't part of this booking. You arrange the journey to the harbor and your ride back after the swim.
Before you book
- Children can join from age 5 with an adult. This is an open water swim with a safety diver, so it isn't a cage experience.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Couples who want photos included can choose this swim with up to 8 guests. The crew handles underwater photos. You need to be comfortable swimming offshore. It's also an option for children aged 5 and up with an adult.
For a 7 a.m. start, Islandview's Pelagic Shark Dive costs from $150 per person. If you want a cage around you, North Shore Shark Adventures offers cage entry from $130.89 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Children under 5
- Guests who want to use personal underwater cameras
- Swimmers who want a cage
Good to know
Know before you go
This swim accepts children from age 5 with an adult. Moderate fitness is required. Previous snorkeling experience is recommended because you'll enter open water with the safety diver.
Personal underwater cameras aren't permitted on this trip. You receive photos and video with the swim. Bring a towel, and apply sunscreen before stepping onto the boat.
Poor weather can prevent the boat from leaving. Your contact details need to reach Islandview before travel so the crew can tell you about changes. The advance waiver also needs completing.
The departure needs at least 2 passengers overall. Solo travelers can book, though another guest must join for the trip to run. Insufficient numbers bring an alternative or a full refund.
Free parking is available near the loading dock on the harbor's left side. Your arrival time is 15 minutes before departure. You arrange the journey to Haleiwa yourself.
You can reserve up to 6 travelers with an adult on a mobile ticket. Cancellation at least 24 hours before departure earns a full refund. Later cancellations aren't refundable.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
An earlier Islandview departure
Pelagic Shark Dive TourIslandview's Pelagic Shark Dive starts at 7 a.m. It includes photos and video from $150 per person, with 3 guests needed to run.
★ 4.9 · 224 reviews · from $150 per person
A cage instead of open water
Oahu Shark Dive on the North ShoreNorth Shore Shark Adventures keeps divers inside a surface cage. You get roughly 20 minutes of cage time from $130.89 per adult.
★ 4.8 · 3,266 reviews · from $130.89 per adult
A smaller shared group
Open Water Shark DiveHawaii Adventure Diving limits the boat to 6 guests. Its shared shark swim costs from $161.57 per person and plans roughly 45 minutes in the water.
★ 5.0 · 243 reviews · from $161.57 per person
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Questions
People also ask
- Are photos included in Islandview's Oahu cage-free shark swim?
Yes, the price includes photos and video from your swim. The trip costs from $150 per person with snorkel gear supplied too. You can't bring a personal underwater camera, so the included images cover that part of the experience.
- Can one traveler book Islandview's 105-minute shark swim?
Yes, you can reserve a single place. The boat still needs 2 passengers in total before it runs. Islandview contacts solo guests if that minimum isn't reached and offers an alternative or full refund for insufficient numbers.
- Does Islandview's shark swim include a Waikiki transfer?
No, you need your own transport to the Haleiwa launch ramp. Arrive 15 minutes before the boat leaves. Free parking near the dock helps if you're driving, and the same harbor is your return point.
- How long does Islandview's cage-free shark swim last?
The whole outing lasts 105 minutes, with roughly 30 minutes in the water. Your safety diver accompanies the open water session. The remaining time covers the harbor preparation and boat travel, so you aren't swimming throughout.
- Can six friends book Islandview's Oahu shark swim together?
Yes, 6 travelers fit within one booking if the party includes an adult. The boat's overall guest limit is 8. Your booking is shared, so other travelers may occupy the remaining places on that departure.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.