Discover the open-ocean world of sharks on this unforgettable Oahu shark cage diving tour. More than just an adventure, this educational experience gives you a close-up look at Galapagos and Sandbar sharks in their natural habitat, three miles off the North Shore of Oahu. From the safety of a floating cage, you’ll watch these powerful and graceful predators glide through the deep blue below you. No scuba experience is required, simply enter the cage from above and use a mask and snorkel to observe through large polyglass viewing windows. Witnessing sharks in their natural environment will transform the way you see these awe-inspiring creatures and deepen your appreciation for Hawaii’s marine life.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 94 of the next 180 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage Diving lasts about 2 hours.
Prices start at $100 per person for this Oahu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM.
Children aged 5–12 pay from $98, adults from $100.
It can: 94 of the next 180 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Address: Hawaii Shark Encounters. 66-105 Haleiwa Rd. Haleiwa, HI 96712. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Observer ticket does not include getting in the cage, or use of snorkel equipment. It is mainly used for people that want to join their family or friends but not get in the water.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 1,558 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Hawaii Shark Encounters Inc.
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Great experience, crew was awesome and helpful. Equipment was great. You will get wet in the boat ….
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
The experience was great! It was definitely worth it. But the $140…I don’t know if it should have been that high.
Aloha Dan! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. If you ever decide to come back out with us, you can book directly through us for a better rate. Booking through a third party affiliate typically comes at a higher cost then booking directly through us and please refer to this review for a promo discount code. We hope you had a great rest of your trip and safe travels 🙏🏽🦈
We were able to see so many sharks, including a tiger shark! Our guides were knowledgeable and shared several fun facts with us.
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. Our crew sure does love what they do out there. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
Had such a great experience! Would do it again and the crew was great! Beautiful views as well! Worth it
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience and enjoyed the crew, the beautiful views, and your time out on the water. We truly appreciate you saying it was worth it, and we’d love to have you back for another Encounter!
Awesome, well worth the money!! First of all hurricane impacted trip, but it was super easy to postpone the trip to a calmer day. Once booked it was easy from there! Got on the boat traveled 20 min to deeper water and instantly sharks appeared! Huge reef sharks and a barracuda! 6 in the cage at a time seemed like a lot but once in the moment you barely notice! The sharks were swimming right up to us but you never feel unsafe! The guides/captains were chill, informative, and kind! FYI, some passengers got motion sick, I don’t get motion sick easy and I was fine. But I’d recommend planning medicine/patch if you would be worried about that. 100% worth it! An experience we will never forget! One more perfect experience in Oahu!
Mahalo so much for the amazing review! 🤙🦈 We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable experience with us, especially with the hurricane affecting your original plans. We’re always happy to make things as easy as possible when Mother Nature has other plans! It sounds like you had an awesome day with the sharks and barracuda right up close. And you’re absolutely right about motion sickness—conditions can vary out on the ocean, so planning ahead with medication or a patch can definitely help. Most importantly, we’re glad you felt safe, comfortable, and well taken care of by our captains and crew. Thank you for choosing Hawaii Shark Encounters and for making us part of your Oahu adventure! We hope to see you back in the water again someday! 🌊🤙🦈
I thought it was incredible, honestly a very good experience, there were too many sharks and the weather conditions were perfect.
¡Muchísimas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que te pareció increíble y que disfrutaste de la aventura. Qué bueno que pudiste disfrutar de tantos tiburones y que el clima estuvo perfecto para la experiencia. ¡Esperamos volver a recibirte pronto para otra aventura en el océano!
Great staff . Great experience !!! It was a great experience . Exhilarating. The time in the water was just right !! Staff very friendly
Thank you so much for the awesome review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an exhilarating experience and enjoyed your time in the water. Our crew will be so happy to hear your kind words about their friendliness. We really appreciate you joining us and hope to see you back out on the water for another Encounter!
Our tour guides where really cool and knowledgeable. On the ride out there was some wind and waves nothing too bad. Just not a bad idea to take nausea medication before hand !! Lots of sharks and it was amazing. In the cage you need to really hold on the the bar so you dont get hit against the cage.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and that our guides made the trip fun and informative. We’re also happy you got to see lots of sharks! The ocean can definitely get a little bumpy at times, so we appreciate you sharing the tip about taking motion sickness medication beforehand. And yes, holding onto the cage bars is an important part of staying secure when the water is moving. Thanks again for the recommendation, and we hope to have you back out on the water with us again!
This was a lot of fun. It was worth the cost. Recommended to go early in the morning before winds pick up.
Thank you so much for joining us! We’re thrilled to hear you had a lot of fun and felt the experience was worth it. And great tip about heading out early the morning conditions can definitely make for an amazing day on the water. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again for another Encounter!
LOVED super sick! Saw a ton of sharks and felt like the perfect amount of time
Aloha! Thank you for coming out with us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a good time and we hope to see you again for another epic adventure. Mahalo -Hawaii Shark Encounters.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage Diving | 2 hours | 4.8 (1,558) | $100 | |
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