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Hawaii Shark Encounters

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  • Haleiwa, HI

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Hawaii Shark Encounters gives you the opportunity to experience the thrill of meeting sharks face to face in the pristine waters of Oahu. We take you three miles offshore, where you can observe Galapagos and Sandbar sharks in their natural environment from the safety of a floating cage. No scuba experience is necessary -- you enter the cage from above and stay on the surface using a mask and snorkel. Large polyglass windows let you peer into the open ocean and watch the sharks as they glide gracefully through the deep blue. ... read more

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66-105 Haleiwa Road, Haleiwa, HI, 96712, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon05:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Tue05:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wed05:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Thu05:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Fri05:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sat05:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sun05:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Kelly Ann 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

Amazing experience.. knowledgeable and friendly. 10/10 definitely recommend. 

Business response:

Kelly, glad you had an amazing experience on our shark tour! If you want to head out again, be sure to give us a call. -Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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Michelle Goulet 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

It was an amazing experience! The crew was awesome and the sharks didn't disappoint. I do recommend dramamine however. 10/10 A++ 

Business response:

Michelle, happy to hear how you had an amazing experience onboard with us! There are so many more sharks to be seen, so be sure to visit us again whenever you're in the area. Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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Kerry Dawn MacFarlane 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

Do it!! You won’t be sorry. Amazing. 10/10. 

Business response:

We appreciate you visiting us! Hoping you'll be making it back. -Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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Olaf Schumann 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

Die Tour ist sehr gut organisiert und die Guides machen einen hervorragenden Job. Wir haben extrem viele Haie gesehen. Kann man uneingeschränkt empfehlen. Alles Bestens. 

Business response:

Olaf, thank you for complimenting our tour! We're glad you got to see a lot of sharks swimming by. Our team will always show you a great time, so be sure to book with us again soon. -Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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Linton Holling 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

We had the best time with these guys. The staff and the sharks were both brilliant 🤩 

Business response:

Linton, happy to hear how you had a great time onboard with our crew! Our crew might be brilliant, but the sharks will always steal the show! We hope you'll come see us again whenever you're back in the area. -Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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Karl Zulu 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

Awesome experience with the nicest crew … at least 10 Galapagos sharks swimming around the cage. 10/10 would do it again! 

Business response:

Karl, thank you for complimenting our crew! We're just happy to know that you got to see 10 sharks swimming around you. There are a lot more sharks to be seen, so be sure to book with us again whenever you're in the area. -Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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Maria Beavers 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

Had an excellent time!!!!!! Beautiful clear blue water, many sharks, and the captain was extremely knowledgeable about sharks. Same boat from Nat Geo's shark week!!!!! 

Business response:

Maria, nothing beats that! Clear waters, beautiful sharks, and a captain that knows everything about them! We loved having you onboard with us, and we'd love to have you back the next time you're in the area. -Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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Nikki Powell 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

had so much fun learned alot of cool facts. saw soo many Galapagos sharks!!!!! made my honeymoon got some more great information about stuff to do on the north shore! 

Business response:

Nikki, we're glad you had fun onboard with us! Sounds like you got to the best honeymoon ever. Especially since you got to swim with some Galapagos sharks! You're always welcome back here, so come give us a visit whenever you're back in the area. -Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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Julie Wade Riddle 
recommend  Recommended
2 years ago

Very knowledgeable and friendly crew, they put us all at ease. It was a fantastic experience! 

Business response:

Julie, it can be a little nerve-racking going out to swim with sharks, but like you said, our team will be there put you at ease. Thank you for all the kind words. We hope to see you back again in the future! -Aloha! -Hawaii Shark Encounters 

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How is Hawaii Shark Encounters rated?

Hawaii Shark Encounters has a 4.9 star rating with 1,617 reviews. 

When is Hawaii Shark Encounters open?

Hawaii Shark Encounters is open now. It will close at 5:30 p.m.