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Top 12 Oahu shark cage diving and shark snorkeling tours (2026)

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We compared all 13 shark dives Viator has for Oahu and kept 12, picked the way every tour here gets picked. The lowest cage prices keep you dry.

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Shark cage diving and shark snorkeling on Oahu, compared by the exact option

Tour Cage Time in the water Group Ages Departs Hours Rating Price
1. Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore by North Shore Shark Adventures
 in a cage Observer: 0 minutes Up to 14 Cage: 5+ recommended Daily, 6 a.m. onward 1 h 30 min ★ 4.8 3,266 reviews from $130.89 per adult
2. Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage Diving by Hawaii Shark Encounters Inc
 in a cage Observer: 0 minutes Up to 12 Ages 5+ Daily, 7 a.m. onward 2 h ★ 4.8 1,570 reviews from $140 per adult
3. Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore by Islandview Hawaii
 cage-free 30 minutes Up to 8 5+ with adult Daily, 8 a.m. onward 1 h 45 min ★ 4.9 1,202 reviews from $150 per person
4. Educational Shark tour from Haleiwa, Sharks Guaranteed by One Ocean Diving
 cage-free 45 to 60 minutes Up to 12 5+; 4-foot minimum Daily, 7 a.m. onward 2 h ★ 4.9 589 reviews from $165.71 per person
5. Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa by One Ocean Diving
 cage-free 45 to 60 minutes Up to 12 5+; 4-foot minimum Daily, 7 a.m. onward 2 h ★ 4.8 517 reviews from $153.85 per person
6. Shark Cage Diving on the North Shore of Oahu by Haleiwa Shark Tours
 in a cage Observer: 0 minutes Up to 12 Observer ages 3+ Daily, 6 a.m. onward 2 h ★ 4.9 322 reviews from $135 per adult
7. Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu's North Shore by Ocean Outfitters Hawaii
 cage-free Time unspecified Up to 12 6+ booking option Daily, 7 a.m. onward 2 h ★ 4.8 275 reviews from $142.41 per person
8. Open Water Shark Dive by Hawaii Adventure Diving
 cage-free About 45 minutes Up to 6 5+ with adult Daily, 7 a.m. onward 2 h ★ 5.0 243 reviews from $161.57 per person
9. Pelagic Shark Dive Tour by Islandview Hawaii
 cage-free About 30 minutes Up to 8 5+ with adult Daily, 7 a.m. onward 1 h 30 min to 2 h ★ 4.9 224 reviews from $150 per person
10. Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience by Deep Blue Eco Tours
 cage-free 30 minutes Up to 6 5+; 4-foot minimum Daily, 7 a.m. onward 1 h 45 min ★ 4.8 144 reviews from $150 per person
11. Oahu Shark Diving (No cage) by Go Adventure Hawaii
 cage-free Time unspecified Up to 6 Ages 12+ Daily, 7 a.m. onward 2 h ★ 4.9 114 reviews from $145 per adult
12. Private Shark Dive for up to 6 Guests, Oahu by Hawaii Adventure Diving
 cage-free Time unspecified Private, up to 6 5+ with adult Daily, 7 a.m. onward 2 h ★ 4.9 38 reviews from $753.99 per group for up to 6

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Our most recommended shark dives on Oahu

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Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore#1 Observer Cage upgrade

Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore

North Shore Shark Adventures takes boat observers offshore from Haleiwa. It suits groups with swimmers and observers. You share a boat when you book matching departure times, and local taxes are included. The cage upgrade adds snorkel gear and about 20 minutes in the water.

1 hour 30 minutes Off Haleiwa · by North Shore Shark Adventures
★★★★★ 4.8 (3,266 reviews)

90 min Selected slots 6 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., daily Boat and crew Haleiwa Harbor, 30 min early Cage: 5+ recommended; ladder climbing Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Cage entry starts from $130.89 per adult, and children pay less.

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Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage Diving#2 Observer Viewing windows

Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage Diving

Hawaii Shark Encounters has a cage with broad viewing windows off Haleiwa. Your observer ticket keeps you aboard, and children aged 5 and up can join. Cage entry includes snorkel gear, with roughly 20 to 30 minutes in the water once you reach the site.

2 hours Off Haleiwa · by Hawaii Shark Encounters Inc
★★★★★ 4.8 (1,570 reviews)

2 h Hourly 7 a.m. to noon, daily Boat and crew 66-105 Haleiwa Rd., 30 min early Ages 5+ Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Cage entry starts from $140 per adult, and children pay less.

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Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore#3 Photos included Safety diver

Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore

Islandview Hawaii includes photos and video with this cage-free swim off Haleiwa, where you enter with a safety diver and use the supplied snorkel gear. It suits swimmers who want a record of the trip without handling a camera. The boat carries up to 8 guests.

1 hour 45 minutes Off Haleiwa · by Islandview Hawaii
★★★★★ 4.9 (1,202 reviews)

Ages 5+ 105 min 8, 10 a.m.; noon, 2 p.m., daily Gear and photos/video Haleiwa ramp, 15 min early Children with an adult Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Personal underwater cameras aren't allowed; the trip needs 2 guests.

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Educational Shark tour from Haleiwa, Sharks Guaranteed#4 Marine biologist Rash guard

Educational Shark tour from Haleiwa, Sharks Guaranteed

One Ocean's educational snorkel focuses on shark behavior and biology. A marine biologist explains what you'll see before you enter open water off Haleiwa. Snorkel gear and rash guards are included. It suits swimmers seeking 45 to 60 minutes with the safety diver, conditions permitting.

2 hours Off Haleiwa · by One Ocean Diving
★★★★★ 4.9 (589 reviews)

Ages 5+ 2 h Hourly 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 3 p.m., daily Gear and rash guard Blue kiosk, 10 min early Swimmers, 4-foot minimum Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Your professional photos cost extra.

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Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa#5 30-minute briefing Rash guard

Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa

One Ocean's other Haleiwa option pairs a 30-minute briefing with a discussion after the swim. You learn how your movements affect the sharks. The supplied gear includes a rash guard. It suits swimmers who want the lesson to continue after they're back on the boat.

2 hours Off Haleiwa · by One Ocean Diving
★★★★★ 4.8 (517 reviews)

Ages 5+ 2 h 7, 9, 11 a.m.; 1, 3 p.m., daily Gear and rash guard Blue kiosk, 10 min early Swimmers, 4-foot minimum Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: You won't get a fixed hour in the water.

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Shark Cage Diving on the North Shore of Oahu#6 Observer Catamaran

Shark Cage Diving on the North Shore of Oahu

Haleiwa Shark Tours uses catamarans for its trips off the North Shore. The business is owned by Native Hawaiian watermen. Your observer ticket includes water and keeps you on deck. The cage option adds snorkel gear for anyone in your group who wants to enter.

2 hours Off Haleiwa · by Haleiwa Shark Tours
★★★★★ 4.9 (322 reviews)

2 h Hourly 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., daily Boat and water Haleiwa harbor building, 30 min early Observer ages 3+ Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Cage entry starts from $135 per adult, and children pay less.

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Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu's North Shore#7 Slip 19 Gear included

Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu's North Shore

Ocean Outfitters Hawaii takes you cage-free from Slip 19 at Haleiwa Harbor. The yellow Rambo II is your meeting marker. You get snorkel gear for open ocean swimming with safety divers. It suits swimmers choosing by price who don't need photos bundled into the price.

2 hours Off Haleiwa · by Ocean Outfitters Hawaii
★★★★★ 4.8 (275 reviews)

Ages 6+ 2 h 7, 9:30 a.m.; noon, 2:30 p.m., daily Snorkel gear Slip 19, 30 min early Independent boarding; swimming comfort Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Your bottled water and photos aren't included.

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Open Water Shark Dive#8 Six guests Safety diver

Open Water Shark Dive

Hawaii Adventure Diving caps this shared trip at 6 guests off Haleiwa. Your safety diver enters first to assess the sharks and sea conditions. You get snorkel gear and roughly 45 minutes in the water. Choose this trip if you prefer fewer swimmers on board.

2 hours Off Haleiwa · by Hawaii Adventure Diving
★★★★★ 5.0 (243 reviews)

Ages 5+ 2 h 7, 9, 11 a.m.; 1 p.m., daily Snorkel gear Harbor master building, 30 min early Swimming required Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: It isn't suitable if you can't swim.

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from $161.57 per person
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Pelagic Shark Dive Tour#9 Photos included Early departure

Pelagic Shark Dive Tour

Islandview's Pelagic Shark Dive starts earlier than its other option. You leave Haleiwa with a safety diver and supplied snorkel gear. Photos and video are included, so you don't need a separate package. Choose this departure if you want about 30 minutes in the water.

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours Off Haleiwa · by Islandview Hawaii
★★★★★ 4.9 (224 reviews)

Ages 5+ 90 to 120 min Hourly 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., daily Gear and photos/video Haleiwa ramp, 15 min early Children with an adult Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: It needs 3 guests; personal underwater cameras aren't allowed.

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Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience#10 Six guests Photos extra

Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience

Deep Blue Eco Tours takes up to 6 guests from Haleiwa. It suits fit swimmers who want a marine biologist leading the trip. Your snorkel gear is included, and you can buy photos from the onboard photographer after the swim. A video booking needs advance arrangements.

1 hour 45 minutes Off Haleiwa · by Deep Blue Eco Tours
★★★★★ 4.8 (144 reviews)

105 min Hourly 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., daily Snorkel gear Haleiwa ramp, 20 min early Swimmers, 4-foot minimum Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: The trip needs at least 3 guests to run.

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Oahu Shark Diving (No cage)#11 Six guests Wetsuit tops

Oahu Shark Diving (No cage)

Go Adventure Hawaii keeps its cage-free Haleiwa trip to 6 guests. Snorkel gear and wetsuit tops are included, along with bottled water. It's a fit for families with teens who are comfortable swimming offshore. A safety diver guides you through encounters and explains shark behavior.

2 hours Off Haleiwa · by Go Adventure Hawaii
★★★★★ 4.9 (114 reviews)

2 h 7, 9, 11 a.m.; 1 p.m., daily Gear and water Gray harbor building, 30 min early Ages 12+ Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Your underwater photos cost extra.

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Private Shark Dive for up to 6 Guests, Oahu#12 Private boat Six guests

Private Shark Dive for up to 6 Guests, Oahu

Hawaii Adventure Diving's private boat takes your party, with space for 6. You snorkel or freedive off Haleiwa with safety divers. The price includes snorkel gear for your group. It suits friends who want the boat to themselves and couples who don't want a shared departure.

2 hours Off Haleiwa · by Hawaii Adventure Diving
★★★★★ 4.9 (38 reviews)

2 h 7, 9, 11 a.m.; 1 p.m., daily Snorkel gear Hawaii Adventure Diving kiosk, 30 min early Ages 5+; swimming required Free cancel until 24 h

The catch: You pay for the boat even with fewer guests.

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Which shark dive is right for you

A Waikiki hotel stay means arranging your own ride to Haleiwa. For a first visit, North Shore Shark Adventures offers cage entry from $130.89 per adult. Its cheaper observer ticket doesn't include water time. Budget for your own transfer.

Ko Olina and windward rentals also mean getting yourself to Haleiwa. For a cruise day, Hawaii Adventure Diving's open water trip takes 2 hours before road travel. Arrange your own port transfers. A tight sailing deadline leaves little room for delays.

Families with young children can choose Hawaii Shark Encounters from age 5. Children aged 5 to 12 pay less, and cage entry starts from $140 per adult. Your child still needs to climb the ladder. Choose the cage only if your child can manage it.

Couples wanting more water time can choose One Ocean's educational snorkel: from $165.71 per person. You get 45 to 60 minutes, conditions permitting. For friends, Hawaii Adventure Diving's private trip costs from $753.99 per group for up to 6 of up to 6.

Good to know

Know before you go

  • Getting to Haleiwa None of these options includes hotel pickup. You arrange your ride to Haleiwa Harbor; each crew has its own meeting point.
  • Ticket costs Observer prices don't include cage entry; your in-water ticket includes snorkel gear. Islandview includes photos and video; other packages cost extra.
  • Entry limits One Ocean requires a 4-foot minimum height, and guests under 80 lb must bring a fitted life vest. Its trips aren't recommended during pregnancy or with heart problems.
  • Booking and cancellation Bookings are instant, and the booking page allows free cancellation until 24 hours before departure. Hawaii Adventure Diving and Deep Blue use 48 hours for direct bookings.
  • What to bring Bring your swimsuit and a towel; Islandview bans personal underwater cameras. Boats can rock even on calm days, so seasickness remains a factor.
  • Weather changes November through February brings big North Shore surf. Earlier trips often face less wind. Leave another day free to rebook if your crew cancels for sea conditions.

Good to know

People also ask

  • Is shark cage diving on Oahu safe?

    No ocean shark encounter is risk-free. North Shore Shark Adventures keeps cage divers behind a barrier. You still need to climb a vertical ladder, and Hawaii Shark Encounters requires enough strength to pull yourself up its ladder.

  • How much is shark cage diving on Oahu?

    Cage entry starts from $130.89 per adult with North Shore Shark Adventures; its cheaper observer ticket doesn't include water entry. Hawaii Shark Encounters charges from $140 per adult for the cage. Your hotel transfer isn't included.

  • What sharks do you see on the North Shore of Oahu?

    Galapagos and sandbar sharks are the main species on North Shore Shark Adventures trips. Tiger sharks may also appear on Go Adventure Hawaii's open water trips. You can't choose which sharks arrive, and no particular species is promised.

  • Can kids do shark cage diving?

    Yes; Hawaii Shark Encounters takes children aged 5 and up, and children aged 5 to 12 pay less than adults. North Shore Shark Adventures recommends cage entry from 5, subject to the captain and conditions. Your child must manage the ladder.

  • Do you need to know how to swim for shark cage diving?

    No swimming skills are required for North Shore Shark Adventures' cage option. You hold the bars while using a mask and snorkel, and you still need to climb the ladder. One Ocean's cage-free snorkel requires swimming ability and a 4-foot minimum height.