The 15 Best Shark Tours on Oahu

1.Oahu Shark Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,903 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99Our pick

See wild Galapagos and sandbar sharks from a secure cage off Oahu’s North Shore, with expert crew, open-ocean views, and whale sightings.

“10/10 experience. I was a little hesitant to go alone, as I’m not a people person, but this year I’m trying to push myself to get out of my shell. I felt so safe from being on the boat to being in the cadge, our experts were Maddie, and Emma whom were so so kind and explained what we needed to do very straightforward and simple. The sharks were incredible!! I wish I took my underwater camera down with me, but the water was so harsh I didn’t trust myself to hold it and I’m honestly glad i didn’t and just experienced it in real time. I did however get…”

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2.Shark Cage Dive on the North Shore

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,485 reviews · 1h 30m · from $99

Swim beside Galápagos sharks from a secure cage off Oahu’s North Shore, with a boat ride, expert crew, and chances to spot whales and dolphins.

“The crew was great and had our safety first at all times. Knowledge of where best shark site was. Got to experience this up close encounter yourself, there really is nothing like it! Would recommend to anyone even thinking about doing this!! You won’t regret it!”

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3.Shark Cage Diving on Oahu’s North Shore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,391 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $100

Meet wild Galapagos and Sandbar sharks from a floating cage off Oahu’s North Shore on a small-group boat trip from Haleiwa.

“Guides were wonderful, knowledgeable and friendly. Great way to spend time on Northshore. Highly recommend”

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4.Cage-Free Shark Swim from Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,064 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Swim cage-free with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore on a small-group Haleiwa boat tour with guides, safety divers, gear, photos, and videos.

“Incredible staff. Very friendly and made us feel safe in the water. Would highly recommend this local group, as they were trained and knowledgeable and overall made the experience worth every penny and more. Would book again!”

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5.Safe and Educational Shark Dive from Haleiwa: Sharks Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 553 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $165

Swim with guaranteed sharks off Haleiwa while marine biologists explain behavior, safety, Hawaiian culture, and conservation.

“This was absolutely amazing!!! Our captain and safety divers were so wonderful. I was traveling with my husband and two teenage daughters and we all had the best time. The crew really had our safety as top priority. This was a once in a lifetime experience to swim with and learn about sharks in their natural environment. If you are on the fence- get off and go do this you won’t regret it!”

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6.Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 468 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $153

Swim with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore on a two-hour Haleiwa boat tour led by marine scientists, with safety support and snorkel gear.

“Just do it! This is the best tour company. Felt very safe the entire time. And I was so scared I almost didnt get in the water. I ended up going in three times !”

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7.Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu’s North Shore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $135

Swim cage-free with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore on a small-group boat tour, with gear included, trained guides, and open-water views.

“Amazing experience! The boat ride was a thrilling and smooth excursion in itself. We swam with 12 or more sharks. Very peaceful and once in a lifetime experience. We were also very lucky to enjoy viewing many pods of spinner dolphins. Incredible!”

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8.Shark Cage Diving On “The World Famous North Shore of Oahu”, Hawaii

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $100

Swim safely in a North Shore shark cage, spot whales and dolphins, and enjoy a small-group boat trip with Haleiwa Shark Tours.

“Such an amazing experience!! We saw lots of dolphins on the way out to the cage. The waves were intense but there were lots of sharks and they were so close. The crew was also very knowledgeable and wonderful. Highly recommend!!”

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9.Pelagic Shark Dive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $150

Swim with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore on a small-group boat tour with safety support, free photos, and chances to spot whales or dolphins.

“Probably the coolest experience of my life. Saw a tiger shark, Galapagos, and a giant pod of dolphins.”

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10.Open Water Shark Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $161

Swim in Oahu’s clear North Shore waters with Galapagos sharks, expert guides, a six-person limit, and optional underwater photos.

“Our dive master, captain, and photographer, were great. Keep calm and you'll do just fine. Safer than you think”

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11.North Shore Cageless Shark Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 177 reviews · 2 hours · from $166

Swim cageless with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore in a small group, with safety divers, turtle sightings, and free photos and videos.

“Unique experience that absolutely must be done, the guides were very knowledgeable and I didn't feel in danger even for a moment. highly recommended”

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12.Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 128 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Swim cage-free with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore on a small-group eco tour with safety guidance, gear, and optional underwater photos.

“One for the books! I was a little nervous swimming with sharks beforehand seeing how Hollywood depicts them as vicious but honestly these were majestic creatures. Loved the experience and crew. Must try !”

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13.Oahu Shark Dive Educational Tour (No cage)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $155

Swim with wild sharks off Oahu’s North Shore in a small no-cage tour with trained handlers, safety divers, gear, and open-ocean views.

“Great smooth ride out. Fantastic experience snorkeling so close to the sharks with no fear and a watchful eye from the crew.”

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14.Cageless Shark Dive Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 60 reviews · 2 hours · from $121

Swim cageless with Oahu sharks on a small North Shore boat tour, with safety divers, marine-life sightings, winter whale songs, and flexible booking.

“Our cage-free shark swim with Go Adventure Hawaii was absolutely incredible. From start to finish, the entire crew had such a great attitude and positive energy — they were friendly, supportive, and made us feel safe at all times. The team was extremely professional and well-prepared. Our guide was very knowledgeable about marine life, sharks, and the ocean in general, and shared lots of interesting information throughout the experience. You could really tell how much they respect and understand these animals. We saw so many sharks, far more than we expected, which made the experience even more unforgettable. Knowing we were in such capable hands allowed us to fully enjoy…”

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15.Shark Cage Diving Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 46 reviews · 2 hours · from $97Best value

Meet Galapagos and sandbar sharks off Oahu’s North Shore in a floating cage, with local guides, snorkel gear, and conservation insights.

“Los organizadores han cancelado el programa. Estoy esperando el reembolso.”

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