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North Shore Shark Adventures

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See the splendor and beauty of Hawaiis sharks as they rise from the depths to greet you.

scheduleDuration: 2 hours

Operates daily.

If your reservation includes an infant (0-2 years), please call to make your reservation.

  • was$130.89
  • now$110.00

North Shore Shark Adventures

On the North Shore Shark Encounters, you will see the splendor and beauty of Hawaiis sharks as they rise from the depths to greet you. Join the sharks 3 miles off Oahu's beautiful North Shore during this incredible encounter.  This thrilling experience, offered nowhere else in Hawaii, will profoundly affect your feelings towards sharks. 

We leave Haleiwa (Oahu/North Shore) and travel out to sea to view these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Often on the way you'll also see Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, dolphins, and  Humpback Whales (November through May).

Guaranteed shark encounter or you get your money back!

On your shark adventure you may encounter  Galapagos, Gray Reef sharks and Sandbar sharks. Occasionally there have been visits from mysterious Hammerhead and Tiger sharks.

This adventure has been featured on  ESPN Outdoors, BBC Outdoors, and on Canadian Wildlife TV. Don't forget your underwater camera!

Those who do not wish to participate can watch the sharks from the boat and pay reduced price.

Tour overview 

  • Custom aluminum boats, the 36-foot KAIOU, and the 42-foot ABUNAI, which include a canopy for shade and cushioned seating for comfort
  • Tour duration: 2 hours
  • No diving experience required
  • Snorkel and mask will be provided, but guests may also bring their own
  • Shark cage dive takes place about 3 miles offshore in water with visibility of 200 feet or more   

Please note: Infants are allowed on this tour. However, we must have a credit card number to put on file. If for some reason the infant does not attend, a $85 charge is applied. You are also required to call to make that reservation.

Special instructions

  • Where and When:

    Tour times: 7:00 am, 7:30 am, 8:00 am, 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am & 11:00 am
    Check in 30 minutes prior to your tour time at Haleiwa Small Boat Harbor, Slip 35, Oahu North Shore.
    Address: 66-105 Haleiwa Rd., Haleiwa, HI 96712 Slip 35 View Map
    Drive time from Waikiki to Haleiwa Harbor is about 1.5 hours.

    Roundtrip transportation from Waikiki:
    Roundtrip transportation from Waikiki is available at an additional cost (based upon availability). Departure from Waikiki to Haleiwa Harbor begins at 5:45 am and departure from Haleiwa Harbor back to Waikiki is at 1:00 pm. To add transportation, you must choose the following tour times: 8:00 am, 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am or 11:00 am. Pick-up/drop off locations are centralized and will either be at or within a short walking distance of your hotel. At this time we cannot accommodate infants. We do not service the Kahala hotel or any hotels on the east side, west side or north shore of Oahu.

  • Restrictions:

    Participants must be at least 5 years old to go in the cage (subject to the Captain's determination in the event of challenging ocean conditions).
    If booking an infant (2 and under) a credit card number is required on file. If for some reason the infant does not attend, a $85.00 charge is applied. Please also call for reservations with infants attending. Infants are not allowed on tours after 9:00 am due to the ocean being rougher in the later morning hours.

  • Special Notes:

    Military discount only applies to those who are active. This does not include retired or ex-military. Active military / Kama'aina discount is also eligible for students. Must be able to show high school or college ID.

  • Operation Days:

    Daily

  • Duration:

    2 hours

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