A small-group surface cage experience from Haleiwa Boat Harbor, built for travelers who want to see Galapagos and sandbar sharks without scuba certification.
Prices, schedules, and availability can change. Always confirm the latest details on the booking page before paying.
Why this tour stands out
This tour is built around a simple North Shore format: meet at Haleiwa Boat Harbor, head offshore, enter a floating cage, and watch sharks through large viewing windows while staying at the surface.
It is a strong choice for visitors who want a smaller group feel, educational crew commentary, and the option for some guests to stay on the boat instead of entering the cage.
Tour snapshot
| Tour name | Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage Diving |
|---|---|
| Product code | 7272P1 |
| Supplier | Hawaii Shark Encounters Inc |
| Departure point | Haleiwa Boat Harbor, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA |
| Check-in address | Hawaii Shark Encounters, 66-105 Haleiwa Rd, Haleiwa, HI 96712 |
| Duration | About 2 hours |
| Group size | Maximum of 12 travelers listed in the tour details |
| Minimum age | 5 years old |
| Cancellation | Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience start time |
What to expect
Your day starts at Haleiwa Boat Harbor. After meeting the crew and boarding the boat, you travel into North Shore waters where Galapagos and sandbar sharks are commonly associated with this experience.
The tour stays at the surface. You use a mask and snorkel, enter the floating cage, and look through polyglass-style viewing windows while the sharks move nearby in open water.
Included and not included
Included
- ✓Shark cage diving
- ✓Use of snorkeling equipment
- ✓Expert crew
- ✓Local taxes
Not included
- ×Towels, swimwear, and sun protection
- ×Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ×Food and beverages
- ×Gratuities
- ×Private tour format
Before you book
Who should choose this tour?
Good fit if you want
- ✓A small-group North Shore shark cage tour
- ✓A surface cage experience with snorkel gear included
- ✓Educational commentary about shark behavior
- ✓An observer option for guests who prefer to stay dry
Think twice if you
- ×Need hotel pickup included
- ×Need wheelchair-accessible activity logistics
- ×Have serious medical restrictions
- ×Expect guaranteed calm ocean conditions
FAQs
Do I need scuba certification?
No. This is a surface-cage experience using a mask and snorkel, not a scuba dive.
What sharks might I see?
The uploaded tour details focus on Galapagos sharks and sandbar sharks in the North Shore shark habitat.
Can I stay on the boat?
Yes. The tour includes an observer-only option for guests who want to join the boat trip without entering the cage.
Where does the tour leave from?
The listed meeting point is Haleiwa Boat Harbor. The check-in address shown is Hawaii Shark Encounters, 66-105 Haleiwa Rd, Haleiwa, HI 96712.
What is included?
The listed inclusions are shark cage diving, snorkeling equipment, local taxes, and expert crew.
What is the cancellation policy?
The listed policy allows a full refund when you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Weather-related cancellations may be rescheduled or refunded.