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Open Water Shark Dive
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Hawaii Adventure Diving takes you shark snorkeling off Haleiwa with a safety diver and up to 6 guests. The 2-hour shared trip costs from $161.57 per person. Your planned water time is roughly 45 minutes. You meet beside the central harbor master building 30 minutes early. Daily departures run every 2 hours from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and swimming ability is required.
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Open Water Shark Dive at a glance
| Cage | None, open water snorkeling or freediving |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Price | from $161.57 per person |
| Water time | Roughly 45 minutes |
| Departures | Daily, every 2 hours from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
| Meet | Beside the central Haleiwa Harbor master building, 30 minutes early |
| Entry limits | Ages 5 and up with an adult, swimming ability required |
| Group | Shared boat, up to 6 guests |
| Main trade-off | Unsuitable for guests who can't swim |
| 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
This option buys a shared shark snorkel. Daily departures run every 2 hours from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Open Water Shark Dive | 7 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., daily |
The catch: You must be able to swim, with roughly 45 minutes planned in open water.
The day
How does the day work?
Your crew prepares you aboard before the safety diver assesses the offshore site and invites guests into the water.
- 1
Board and gear up
The crew helps your group aboard at Haleiwa Harbor and provides snorkel gear. The shark briefing follows once everyone has their equipment.
- 2
Shark briefing
You learn how to behave around the sharks before reaching the dive site. The crew also describes marine life you might encounter.
- 3
Water entry
The safety diver checks conditions in the water first. You enter after the assessment to swim or freedive under the diver's watch.
- 4
Cruise back
The crew discusses the animals seen during the encounter as you return to Haleiwa. There's time for questions on the ride back.
The swim is planned for roughly 45 minutes within a trip lasting up to 2 hours. You finish beside Haleiwa's harbor master building.
Pickup and meeting point
- Finding the boat: After entering Haleiwa Harbor, the road curves right toward the center. Your boat is to the left of the two-story harbor master building.
- Arrival window: Arrive at the boat 30 minutes before your booked departure. Your trip leaves from the harbor's central area.
- Road transport: The boat price doesn't cover travel from your hotel. You need your own ride to Haleiwa and back.
Before you book
- Your safety diver enters first to assess the sharks and sea conditions. You don't enter before the safety diver's invitation.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
A 6-guest cap suits swimmers who prefer small groups. You still book individual places. You should be comfortable with roughly 45 minutes of open water swimming. It's a fit if you don't need the boat to yourselves.
For your own boat, Hawaii Adventure's private trip costs from $753.99 per group for up to 6. For a swim with photos and video included, Islandview's shark swim costs from $150 per person.
Who it's not for
- Guests who can't swim
- Parties larger than 6 wanting one boat
- Pregnant travelers or guests with heart conditions
- Travelers with spinal injuries
Good to know
Know before you go
Children aged 5 and older can join with an adult. Everyone entering the water needs to know how to swim. A safety diver's presence doesn't remove that entry requirement.
Wear your swimwear for the boat trip and bring a towel for afterward. The crew provides snorkel equipment. You may use your own gear if you prefer that fit.
Bad weather can lead to a new departure date or a full refund. Hawaii Adventure Diving sends changes by email or phone. Your booking contact details need to reach you during your stay.
This shared boat takes no more than 6 guests. One reservation can cover that many travelers and must include an adult. Smaller bookings share the remaining places with other guests.
Your boat is left of the central two-story harbor master building. Check in 30 minutes before departure. The journey from your hotel isn't included, so your arrival depends on your own transport.
The mobile booking has a 24-hour cancellation deadline for a full refund. Canceling later won't return your payment.
Reviews
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Questions
People also ask
- How much is Hawaii Adventure Diving's shared shark tour?
The shared tour costs from $161.57 per person. Your place comes with snorkel equipment and the guided open water session. The boat carries up to 6 guests, so a smaller party may share with other travelers.
- How long is the Hawaii Adventure Diving Open Water Shark Dive?
The outing lasts up to 2 hours, including roughly 45 minutes in the water. Your safety diver enters before inviting guests in. Boat travel and the briefing use the rest of the trip, so water time isn't the full duration.
- Does Hawaii Adventure Diving require scuba experience?
No, you don't need scuba experience for this open water snorkel. Basic swimming skills are required, and the minimum age is 5 with an adult. The crew explains shark behavior before the group enters the water.
- How late can guests cancel Hawaii Adventure Diving's shared tour?
A full refund requires cancellation at least 24 hours before your departure. The deadline follows the booked start time. You won't receive a refund after that cutoff, even if your plans change.
- Can guests buy photos on Hawaii Adventure Diving's shark tour?
Yes, a professional photo package is available as an extra on this 2-hour tour. Photos aren't included with your ticket. You need to arrange the photographer in advance if having one aboard matters to your booking.
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.