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Certification Required
Open Water Shark Dive
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Tour details
Moderate
Difficulty Level
2 hours
Duration
fins
Equipment Provided
none
Food & Drinks
none
Food Included
48 hours
Free Cancellation Window
snorkel
Gear Included
small
Group Size
Yes
Guided
No
Hotel Pickup
Equipment, Safety Briefing
Includes
6 people
Maximum Group Size
6 guests
Maximum Passengers
Haleiwa Boat Harbor, next to Haleiwa Joe's restaurant — turn right at entrance and follow to Hawaii Adventure Diving Shark Tours sign
Meeting Location
moderate
Physical Intensity
Yes
Pregnancy Restricted
confident
Swimming Ability Required
Yes
Swimming Required
120 minutes
Total Duration
meeting_point_only
Transport Included
6 passengers
Vessel Capacity
Yes
Weather Dependent
Swimwear, Sunscreen, Camera
What to Bring
humpback_whale, spinner_dolphin, reef_fish
Wildlife Likely
manta rays, dolphins, whales, tropical fish
Wildlife You May See
About this experience
This 5-star rated experience with 2129 Google reviews brings you face-to-face with the ocean's most magnificent predators in Hawaii's deep pelagic waters. This 2-hour surface snorkeling adventure with Hawaii Adventure Diving requires no SCUBA certification - just snorkel equipment as you stay at the surface above deeper waters where the real action happens.
The experience starts with a 3-mile boat ride where your captain covers all the safety essentials. Once we reach the site, our certified Divemaster and Underwater Naturalist take over, walking you through equipment basics and sharing insights about marine behavior that only come from years in these waters. These aren't just dive guides - they're passionate educators who'll explain the conservation legislation protecting our endangered species and help you understand what you're seeing below.
What makes this open water shark dive special? You're snorkeling above deeper waters where sharks, dolphins, barracuda, mahi-mahi, and tuna call these depths home. During whale season, you might even spot humpbacks passing through. The conditions here are perfect year-round - warm, crystal-clear water.
Speaking of photos, bring whatever camera gear you've got. Whether it's a handheld GoPro or professional underwater equipment, these pristine waters have delivered shots for Discovery Channel's Shark Week. Emmy Award-winning Andy Brandy Casagrande worked with Hawaii Adventure Diving on Shark Week 2014, capturing incredible footage in these very waters.
We keep groups intimate - just 4-6 people maximum - so everyone gets personalized attention from our marine life specialists. At from $100 per person (with a ride-along non-diver option), you're getting expert guidance, all snorkel equipment, and an education in Hawaii's marine ecosystem that goes far beyond a typical tour. Hawaii Adventure Diving requires your credit card information to secure your tour, with a 48-hour advance cancellation policy. Any cancellations or no-shows within 48 hours will result in your credit card being charged for the full tour amount.
What's included
- Equipment
- Safety Briefing
Why book this operator
- Local operator in Haleiwa
- 5 out of 5 (2,420 Google reviews)
How booking here works
We do not take your payment or set prices, and no operator pays for placement here. What changes is who holds your booking, not what you pay.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Open Water Shark Dive?
Open Water Shark Dive lasts about 120.
How much does Open Water Shark Dive cost?
Open Water Shark Dive ranges from $100 to $150 per person, depending on the option you choose.
Where does Open Water Shark Dive meet?
Open Water Shark Dive meets at Haleiwa Boat Harbor, next to Haleiwa Joe's restaurant — turn right at entrance and follow to Hawaii Adventure Diving Shark Tours sign.
What is included with Open Water Shark Dive?
Open Water Shark Dive includes Equipment and Safety Briefing.
What is the cancellation policy for Open Water Shark Dive?
48-hour cancellation policy required. Any cancellations or No Shows within 48 hours will result in your credit card being charged the full amount of the tour reserved.