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Hawaii Shark Encounters

Prepare yourself for a thrilling, unforgettable experience as the professionals of Hawaii Shark Encounters take you below the water’s surface for your very own up close and personal North Shore shark adventure!

The entire experience, start to finish, lasts a little under 2 hours. The Hawaii Shark Encounters crew departs several times each day from Haleiwa Harbor. The boat ride takes about 15 minutes. There, 3 miles out, the adventure truly begins!

Drawn by the sound of the boat’s engine, sharks begin to arrive only a few minutes after arriving on site. After the first shark is sighted, guests are allowed to step down directly from the boat into the cage via a ladder. The whole time the shark cage stays level and is tied securely to the boat. And, yes, the cage is open at the top, but don’t worry, the sharks can’t get in!

The largest shark cage in Hawaii, there’s plenty of room to maneuver with handrails all along the ¼ inch thick plexiglass. In fact, you don’t even need to know how to swim! The walls of the cage are transparent and offer amazing views of the sharks as well as the crystal blue waters of the Pacific Ocean!

You’ll come face-to-face with several different types of sharks – Galapagos, Sandbar, and, very rarely, Tiger Sharks – sometimes as many as 30 at a time (see the picture above for proof)!

No previous diving or snorkeling experience is necessary (snorkel equipment’s provided), and anyone over the age of 5 is welcome to take the plunge! It’s an amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experience, and a real thrill getting up close and personal with these intimidating, often misunderstood creatures!

After your Hawaii Shark Encounter, be sure to wander around historic Haleiwa town and stop by a few of the gorgeous public beaches all along the North Shore of Oahu.

The crew of Hawaii Shark Encounters knows a lot about sharks and how to observe them safely. They’ve been featured on National Geographic, Animal Planet, and the Discovery Channel, and with their perfect safety record, you know you’re in good hands. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity!

(Just imagine the look on their faces when you tell your friends back home about this one!)around and get the best view

Tour Highlights:

  • Three mile boat ride to the shark ground off Oahu's North Shore
  • See sharks up close from within the safety of a shark cage
  • Plenty of great underwater photo opportunities

Tour Inclusions:

  • Snorkel and mask are provided (but guests may also bring their own)
  • Refreshments

The Boat

  • 32-foot Radon built on the Big Island of Hawaii
  • Built to handle hard work and rough seas
  • Can carry the largest shark cage in Hawaii
  • Powered by a 450 HP Cummins diesel
  • Hot water showers aboard
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Where and When:
Tour times:
6:00 am - 8:00 am
7:00 am - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 11:00 am

Check in 30 minutes prior to your tour time at Haleiwa Small Boat Harbor, Oahu North Shore. Address: 66-105 Haleiwa Rd., Haleiwa, HI 96712
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Driving directions:
From the Kailua side, take H-3 to H-1.

From Honolulu:
Take the H1 freeway west from Honolulu to theH2 freeway north. Stay on H2 until freeway ends (8 miles) and becomes Route 99. After freeway ends, go straight through 4 stoplights then turn right at the sign indicating "North Shore".
Follow the signs towards North Shore / Haleiwa, staying on Route 99. As you come down the hill with the ocean in view, you will reach a traffic signal where you will turn left to enter Haleiwa Town.
Go through "Historic" Haleiwa Town (1 mile) then turn left immediately after the 76 / 711 Gas Station on left side of road. (If you pass through a narrow bridge you missed your turn, turn around and take first right after bridge).
On your right is the Haleiwa Boat Harbor. Turn right at the sign into the harbor. Stay to the right and follow the road as it curves out to the big two story building in the middle of the harbor. Park next to our sign. The shark boat will be moored at the loading dock or on her way!

From Turtle Bay:
When you leave Turtle Bay Hotel, turn right (north) on 83 to the North Shore and Haleiwa town. It's about a half hour drive (can take longer if there is a surf contest going on on the North Shore!). There will be a traffic signal and a sign pointing you into "Historic" Haleiwa Town. Turn right and follow the road over the white, narrow bridge. Immediately after, turn right again before the 76 gas station (right after Haleiwa Joe's Restaurant). On your right will be the Haleiwa Boat Harbor. Turn right at the sign into the harbor. Stay to the right and follow the road as it curves around and out to the big two story building in the middle of the harbor. Park next to our sign. The shark boat will be moored at the loading dock or on her way.
Requirements:
Restrictions:
The entry and exit into the cage requires you to be able to climb down a 5-step ladder.
You must be able to pull your own weight back up the ladder and into the boat.
Special Notes:
Operation Days:
Daily
Duration:
Approx. 2 hours
Vendor:
Hawaii Shark Encounters
Island:
Oahu
Capacity:
12
Equipment:
32' Radon. This is an excellent vessel for holding the worlds largest cage on your Hawaii shark adventure.
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