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Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience
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Deep Blue Eco Tours takes you shark snorkeling off Haleiwa with marine biologists and up to 6 guests. The 105-minute trip costs from $150 per person. You meet at the Haleiwa Harbor boat ramp 20 minutes early. Departures run hourly from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Your trip pairs a small group with a science focus and requires at least 3 guests to run.
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Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience at a glance
| Cage | None, open water shark snorkeling |
| Duration | 105 minutes |
| Price | from $150 per person |
| Water time | Roughly 30 minutes |
| Departures | Daily, hourly from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Meet | Haleiwa Harbor boat ramp, 20 minutes before departure |
| Entry limits | Booking ages 5 and up, swimmers at least 4 feet tall |
| Group | Up to 6 guests, minimum 3 to run |
| Main trade-off | Departure dependent on enough guests booking |
| 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
- Use of snorkeling equipment
What's not included
- The operator lists no exclusions
Options
Which option to book
The single Shark Diving option is a shared snorkel led by marine biologists. Departures run daily on the hour from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Shark Diving | every 60 minutes from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., daily |
The catch: Fewer than 3 guests means your departure may be moved or canceled.
The day
How does the day work?
You leave Haleiwa for a shark snorkel with marine biologists, with any chosen photo package settled back at the dock.
- 1
Harbor meeting
You meet Deep Blue Eco Tours at the Haleiwa Harbor boat ramp before boarding. The trip heads offshore from here.
- 2
Photo choice
The photographer asks if you want photos before you enter. You can choose the package on the boat.
- 3
Shark snorkel
You swim in open ocean with the marine biology team. Guests need to be comfortable swimming and fit for the activity.
- 4
Back at the dock
The boat brings you back to Haleiwa. If you've chosen the photo package, payment happens at the dock after the swim.
The outing lasts 105 minutes in total, with roughly 30 minutes of shark snorkeling. You finish at the original Haleiwa Harbor meeting point.
Pickup and meeting point
- Ramp arrival: Arrive at the Haleiwa Harbor boat ramp 20 minutes before sailing. Deep Blue Eco Tours can give directions if you need help finding it.
- Waiver before boarding: Your booking email contains the prompt to sign the waiver. Check that you've completed it before reaching the boat.
- Your road journey: You make your own way from your hotel to the harbor. The booking doesn't include a road transfer back afterward.
Before you book
- This trip isn't suitable for guests who can't swim. A high level of physical fitness is required.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Fit swimmers seeking a marine biology focus can choose this boat for up to 6 guests. You need a high fitness level. The minimum is 3 guests per departure. Your plans need room for a departure change if that minimum isn't met.
For roughly 45 minutes of swimming with up to 6 guests, Hawaii Adventure's shared trip costs from $161.57 per person. For included photos and video, Islandview's shark swim costs from $150 per person.
Who it's not for
- Guests unable to swim or meet the fitness requirement
- Swimmers under 4 feet tall
- Pregnant travelers
- Travelers with spinal injuries or heart conditions
Good to know
Know before you go
The water minimum is 4 feet tall, with swimming ability required. This booking calls for a high level of fitness. Previous snorkeling practice is recommended, so this shouldn't be the first time you use a mask.
Bring a reusable water bottle and your towel. Single-use plastic water bottles aren't allowed aboard. Snorkel equipment is included, though you can use your own mask and fins if you prefer.
Unsafe wind or waves can stop the trip. You can reschedule or receive a refund when Deep Blue cancels for those conditions. Your preferred replacement time still depends on availability.
The boat needs 3 guests in total before this shared tour runs. You can book fewer places and join others. If the minimum isn't met, Deep Blue contacts you about another departure or a refund.
The Haleiwa boat ramp is your meeting area, with arrival 20 minutes early. Deep Blue texts the precise boat location. Your booking email also contains the waiver to sign before the outing.
One mobile booking can hold up to 6 travelers. You get a full refund by canceling at least 24 hours before departure. Cancellation after the deadline isn't refundable.
Reviews
How is it rated?
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Questions
People also ask
- How much is Deep Blue Eco Tours' shared shark dive?
The shared shark dive costs from $150 per person. Your ticket includes snorkel equipment for the 105-minute outing. Photos are an extra purchase, so you can decide aboard whether you want the photographer's package.
- Can couples book Deep Blue Eco Tours without a third person?
Yes, a couple can reserve two places on a shared departure. The boat still needs 3 guests across all bookings. Other travelers can fill that requirement, and Deep Blue contacts you if numbers fall short.
- How far ahead does Deep Blue need a video request?
A video request needs to reach Deep Blue at least 48 hours before departure. It's a separate arrangement from buying photos aboard. You request the videographer by email, so it needs planning before the day of your swim.
- Can children join Deep Blue Eco Tours' shark swim?
Children who can swim and stand at least 4 feet tall can enter the water. Tickets start at age 5, but height and fitness still decide whether the swim fits.
- Where does Deep Blue meet guests at Haleiwa Harbor?
The meeting area is the Haleiwa Harbor boat ramp. Your exact boat location comes by text because the harbor position can change. Arrive 20 minutes before your reservation and complete the waiver sent with your booking email.
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.