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Pelagic Shark Dive Tour
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Islandview Hawaii takes you shark swimming without a cage off Haleiwa with a safety diver. The trip lasts 90 to 120 minutes and costs from $150 per person. Your photos and video come with the booking. You meet at the Haleiwa Harbor boat ramp 15 minutes early. Boats leave hourly from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily for roughly 30 minutes in the water.
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Pelagic Shark Dive Tour at a glance
| Cage | None, open water snorkeling |
| Duration | 90 to 120 minutes |
| Price | from $150 per person |
| Water time | Roughly 30 minutes |
| Departures | Daily, hourly from 7 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 3 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
- Live Commentary on Board
- Local guide
- Free Photos and Videos
- Use of snorkeling equipment
What's not included
- Swimsuit - come dressed to get in the water
- Sunscreen - apply prior to boarding to limit excessive scents/oils in the water
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Personal Underwater Cameras NOT allowed
Options
Which option to book
The single option covers your shark swim and the photos and video. Boats leave hourly from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. every day.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Pelagic Shark Dive Tour | every 60 minutes from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., daily |
The catch: A departure needs 3 guests, and you can't bring a personal underwater camera.
Route
How does the day work?
You meet the marked Islandview boat at Haleiwa before heading offshore for a shark snorkel with a safety diver.
- 15 min
1. Haleiwa Small Boat Harbor
Your boat has Islandview Hawaii on its side. The crew meets you here before heading offshore for the shark swim.
The 90 to 120-minute outing includes roughly 30 minutes snorkeling with sharks. Your boat returns to the same Haleiwa Harbor dock.
Pickup and meeting point
- Dock location: Your boat waits beside the launch ramp on the left side of the harbor. The loading dock is the meeting area.
- Arrival and parking: Arrive at the boat 15 minutes before your tour starts. Free parking is available by the dock.
- Before arrival: Your booking instructions include a waiver to complete before the trip. The crew also needs contact details to reach you if the departure changes.
- Hotel transfer: You need to arrange your own journey to Haleiwa Harbor. A ride from your hotel isn't part of the tour.
Before you book
- A solo booking doesn't secure a departure. The trip needs at least 3 guests.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The 7 a.m. start suits swimmers planning an early North Shore day. You get roughly 30 minutes in the water. You don't need to buy photos separately. The trip needs 3 guests to run, so a solo booking depends on other people joining.
For a 2-guest departure minimum, Islandview's other shark swim costs from $150 per person. Hawaii Adventure's shared swim plans roughly 45 minutes in the water from $161.57 per person.
Who it's not for
- Children younger than 5
- Guests bringing personal underwater cameras
- Swimmers seeking a cage around them
Good to know
Know before you go
Age 5 is the minimum, and children need an adult with them. Moderate fitness is required for this open water outing. Prior snorkeling experience is recommended before you join the safety diver offshore.
Wear your swimsuit to the harbor and apply sunscreen before boarding. Your snorkeling equipment is supplied. Personal underwater cameras aren't allowed, with photos and video included for your group instead.
Weather can disrupt your chosen departure. Islandview needs your contact details to reach you about any change. The waiver must be completed before you arrive at the launch ramp.
At least 3 guests must be booked across the departure for it to run. You can reserve a solo place. If numbers fall short, Islandview offers an alternative or a full refund.
The left side of Haleiwa Harbor has the launch ramp and loading dock used for meeting. Parking near the dock is free. Your group needs to arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled boat time.
The mobile booking holds up to 6 travelers and needs an adult. Full refunds apply when you cancel at least 24 hours before departure. You won't get a cancellation refund inside that window.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
A lower departure minimum
Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North ShoreIslandview's other swim needs 2 guests to run. It includes photos and video from $150 per person, with the first boat at 8 a.m.
★ 4.9 · 1,202 reviews · from $150 per person
More planned water time
Open Water Shark DiveHawaii Adventure Diving plans roughly 45 minutes of swimming. The shared boat carries up to 6 guests from $161.57 per person.
★ 5.0 · 243 reviews · from $161.57 per person
Shark watching from a cage
Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage DivingHawaii Shark Encounters keeps swimmers inside a surface cage. Cage entry costs from $140 per adult, with broad windows for watching sharks.
★ 4.8 · 1,570 reviews · from $140 per adult
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Questions
People also ask
- How much does Islandview's Pelagic Shark Dive cost?
The Pelagic Shark Dive costs from $150 per person. Your ticket includes the snorkel equipment and a safety diver for the swim. Photos and video come with it too, so those don't require a separate package.
- Can two people book Islandview's Pelagic Shark Dive?
Yes, two people can book places together. The departure needs at least 3 guests overall, so another traveler must join for it to run. Your booking doesn't have to supply the whole group by itself.
- How long is the water session on Islandview's Pelagic Shark Dive?
The swim lasts roughly 30 minutes within a 90 to 120-minute outing. You enter open water with the safety diver. Harbor boarding and the ride offshore take up part of that total, rather than adding extra swimming time.
- Can guests bring underwater cameras on Islandview's Pelagic Shark Dive?
No, personal underwater cameras aren't allowed during your swim. Islandview includes photos and video from the roughly 30-minute session. You can leave the camera behind and use the supplied gear while following the safety diver's instructions.
- Does Islandview's Pelagic Shark Dive include transport from Waikiki?
No, your ticket starts with the boat departure at Haleiwa. Plan to arrive at the launch ramp 15 minutes before sailing. Free parking is available near the loading dock if you're driving, and bottled water needs bringing with you.
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.