Scuba diving · OAHU

Top 15 Scuba Diving Trips in Oahu

23 dives  ·  from $77 a diver

Good dive boats fill up days ahead in season. Below: the 15 to book first, what each includes and how they differ.

Oahu Shark Dive - What you may see below the surface
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Oahu Shark Dive

1.Oahu Shark Dive

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

From Haleiwa, you’ll ride into open Pacific waters, receive a safety briefing, and enter a secure cage for close views of wild sharks. Galapagos and sandbar sharks are common, while turtles, dolphins, and winter humpback whales may appear en route. Maddie, Emma, and the crew have been praised for calm, clear instruction. Boat viewing is also available.

“Went on a solo trip - it was awesome in one word. The crew and captain were nice, courteous and knowledgable - always ready to wall the extra mile. First the ‘non shark part’ we went the extra mile to see whale as well as dolphins. The ‘shark’ experience was out of the world - they give you enough time to experience the 8-9 sharks circling around you with eyes on you! Its safe, pushes the adrenaline spike, and gives you once a life time opportunity to go near the galapagos sharks. Few tips: do take sea sickness meds, keep some buffer time (the crew will go to any extent…”

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Oahu: Shark Cage Dive on the North Shore - The 90-minute route into open water
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Oahu: Shark Cage Dive on the North Shore

2.Oahu: Shark Cage Dive on the North Shore

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

From Haleiwa Small Boat Harbor, you’ll take a 90-minute boat trip into open water with an English-speaking crew, then spend about 15 to 20 minutes in a secure cage near Galapagos sharks. The water can be wonderfully clear, and you may also spot dolphins, humpback whales, turtles, tuna, or barracuda.

“Awesome experience! Saw lots of Galapagos sharks at best weather conditions. Can only recommend. Henning”

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Shark Cage Diving on Oahu’s North Shore - Entering the floating cage
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Shark Cage Diving on Oahu’s North Shore

3.Shark Cage Diving on Oahu’s North Shore

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

From Haleiwa Boat Harbor, you’ll take a short boat ride offshore with Hawaii Shark Encounters and enter a floating cage above wild Galapagos and Sandbar sharks. Caleb, Dave, Efraim, Jax, and the crew explain shark behavior, fit you with a mask and snorkel, and keep the experience calm, safe, and practical. No scuba certification is needed.

“Awesome experience! Would highly recommend. Great crew, easy going and informative. Waves were a bit rough but managed to now get sea sick.”

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Beginner Scuba Diving Experience with Video Package in Honolulu - The safety briefing makes the first minutes less daunting
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Beginner Scuba Diving Experience with Video Package in Honolulu

4.Beginner Scuba Diving Experience with Video Package in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 877 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $77Best value

Learn basic scuba skills in Honolulu’s protected Magic Island Lagoon with instructor Kyle and a group of no more than four. You’ll practice in shallow water, then spend 20 to 30 minutes underwater among Hawaiian fish and marine life. Gear, instruction, and an underwater video package are included.

“Kyle was very knowledgeable and very patient with us. This was our first time to dive and we had a great time.”

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Safe and Educational Shark Dive from Haleiwa: Sharks Guaranteed - The Haleiwa departure and boat briefing
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Safe and Educational Shark Dive from Haleiwa: Sharks Guaranteed

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

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

Meet at Haleiwa Commercial Loading Dock for a two-hour open-ocean shark swim led by One Ocean Diving. Marine biologists explain shark behavior, body language, species, and Hawaiian cultural traditions before you enter the water with safety staff, snorkeling gear, and a secure boat line. Whales, turtles, fish, and tiger sharks may also appear.

“HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! The experience and tour guides were amazing! I felt safe the whole time I was in the water. Gina was by our side the entire time. We did the photographer package as well and it was worth the money! Bret was friendly and did an amazing job! We received both pictures and videos of our experience. If we come back to Hawaii, I will do it again!”

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Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa - What it feels like to see sharks in open water
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Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa

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

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

From Haleiwa Harbor, marine scientist guides take you about 3 miles offshore to watch sharks in open water. You’ll receive a safety and shark biology briefing, use provided snorkel gear, and may see turtles, dolphins, or whales. The crew may include guides such as Gina, Tyler, Ethan, Drew, or Haley, though staffing can vary.

“The crew is very friendly and the experience is also very éducative . My five year old son loved it and my wife even if she was scared the night before felt very relax during the experience”

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Certified Diver: 2-Tank Deep Wreck and Shallow Reef Dive Off Oahu - First stop: the Sea Tiger at about 105 feet
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Certified Diver: 2-Tank Deep Wreck and Shallow Reef Dive Off Oahu

7.Certified Diver: 2-Tank Deep Wreck and Shallow Reef Dive Off Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $248

Board Dive Oahu at Kewalo Basin for a guided two-tank scuba outing off Honolulu. You’ll visit a wreck at about 105 feet, then a shallow reef near 50 feet, with gear, tanks, snacks, and drinks included. Guides such as Heather, Jordan, Alex, and Nacho help with checks, entries, and marine-life spotting.

“The wreck was a fantastic experience with a surprising amount of sea life to see (eel, octopus, lobster, sea turtle..). The shop’s customer service also was seriously top notch after a cancellation mix up. I really appreciated the Brian, John, Adam, the desk staff, literally everyone was sweet & solution oriented, above and beyond. Thanks guys. It meant a lot to me.”

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Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour - The first session: skills before sightseeing
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Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour

8.Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 300 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $299

Meet at Waikiki Dive Center for a four-hour ocean scuba session with PADI-certified instructors such as Josh, Chad, Olga, and Red. Beginners receive training before two shallow boat outings, while certified divers get a refresher and reef time. Expect turtles, tropical fish, eels, rays, and possibly octopus or sharks.

“Jared and Phil were absolutely wonderful. I highly recommend diving with this company. If we ever come back to Hawaii I will be using them again. And I also wanted to mention Grace she was working in the shop when I came in and she was so pleasant and kind. Loved listening to all the places that she has dived at.”

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Certified Diver: 2-Tank Shallow Reef Dives off Oahu - Second stop: more fish, eels, and occasional sharks
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Certified Diver: 2-Tank Shallow Reef Dives off Oahu

9.Certified Diver: 2-Tank Shallow Reef Dives off Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $141

Join Dive Oahu at Kewalo Basin Harbor for two shallow reef scuba sessions at sites such as Turtle Canyons, Kaiser’s, or Secrets. PADI professionals guide certified divers through 25 to 50 feet of water, with gear, snacks, and refreshments included. You may also add a GoPro, scooter, Nitrox, private guide, or photographer.

“Beautiful shallow dive to an area filled with marine life! Water is a little chilly if coming from a gulf state or the southern Atlantic.”

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Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu's North Shore - Sharks first, scenery second
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Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu’s North Shore

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

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

Leave Haleiwa with a small group and ride three miles offshore to 250-foot waters where Galapagos and tiger sharks often pass. Ocean Outfitters Hawaii provides snorkel gear, safety guidance, and an open-water swim with trained professionals. Captain Lily and crew members such as Tyler have earned praise for calm instruction and close attention.

“Lots of sharks and just 7 people on the boat, so it's perfect. Friendly crew, fun boat ride. The stay in the water could have been a bit longer.”

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Shark Cage Diving On "The World Famous North Shore of Oahu", Hawaii - The ride out along Oahu’s North Shore
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Shark Cage Diving On “The World Famous North Shore of Oahu”, Hawaii

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

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

Haleiwa Shark Tours takes you from Haleiwa into the North Shore waters for a shark cage encounter lasting about two hours. You will ride a stable double-hull catamaran, use provided snorkel gear, and watch sharks from the cage or boat. Captains and crew members including Derek, Kama, Taylor, Forrest, and Tyler are praised for safety guidance and friendly help.

“Fabulous ! A must do with Capt. Derrick & Taylor. Safe-double hulled steel ship. Saw 6-8 ft. sharks & whales ! Plenty of snorkel time in the cage. Highly recommend !”

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Pelagic Shark Dive Tour - Entering open water with the safety diver
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Pelagic Shark Dive Tour

12.Pelagic Shark Dive Tour

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

Join Islandview Hawaii at Haleiwa for a small-boat trip into open water, where you can snorkel near gray reef, scalloped hammerhead, and tiger sharks. A safety diver stays with the group, and the crew provides snorkel gear, live commentary, plus free photos and videos. Groups are limited to eight people.

“It was an amazing experience!! The crew was great!! I would definitely recommend and would love to go again!!”

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Waikiki 2 Tank World Class Wreck SCUBA Diving - Certified Only - The Early Morning Start on Nāhua Street
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Waikiki 2 Tank World Class Wreck SCUBA Diving – Certified Only

13.Waikiki 2 Tank World Class Wreck SCUBA Diving – Certified Only

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 205 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $269

Join Waikiki Dive Center for a five-hour, certified-only scuba outing from Honolulu. You’ll visit one wreck, such as Sea Tiger, YO-257, or San Pedro, then explore a Waikiki reef. Guides including Ron, April, Dylan, Yoshi, Alex, and Marcia have helped participants manage gear and stay safe. Expect early check-in, a 30-pound tank, and Advanced Open Water level skills.

“We had a great time. condition is not perfect, but the dive was. Dive master Alex is great. He was able to guide and take care of all of us and helped us in all accounts.”

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DISCOVER Scuba Diving Experience in Honolulu - Check-in at Kewalo Basin Harbor
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DISCOVER Scuba Diving Experience in Honolulu

14.DISCOVER Scuba Diving Experience in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $141

Spend about three hours with Dive Oahu at Kewalo Basin Harbor, learning basic scuba skills from a PADI Professional before exploring two Oahu reef sites. Expect one-on-one practice, a guided underwater tour, provided gear, snacks, and a good chance of seeing turtles, eels, reef fish, and rays. Guides including Jeff, Jared, Ami, Justin, and Lindsey have earned strong praise.

“My first scuba diving experience was an absolute thrill! Our instructor, Justin, was incredibly professional yet also so cool and patient. His calm and empathetic approach immediately put both my wife and me at ease, which was invaluable for a first-time dive. The marine life was breathtaking; we were lucky enough to spot a shark and a pod of dolphins. The weather was beautiful, and the entire staff was friendly and efficient, making the whole trip seamless. I can't recommend this experience enough—it's truly a must-do for anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure.”

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Open Water Shark Dive - From Haleiwa Harbor to the briefing
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Open Water Shark Dive

15.Open Water Shark Dive

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

From Haleiwa Harbor, you’ll cruise to open water with a crew of marine biologists, safety divers, and photographers. After a shark-safety briefing, you’ll snorkel and swim near Galapagos sharks and other marine life for about 45 minutes. Small groups, usually no more than six, make it personal.

“I did the shark dive with Hawaii Adventure Diving, and it was one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. I was nervous at first, but Annika, Stacy, and Terry were incredible. They made safety the priority and educated us about shark behavior in a way that completely shifted my mindset from fear to respect. The moment we entered the water, the adrenaline hit — but it quickly turned into awe. We were surrounded by Galapagos sharks gliding gracefully around us, and at one point, even had a tiger shark swim by to check us out. Seeing these powerful animals in their natural environment was surreal and empowering. By…”

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Certified Divers: Best 2-Tank Wrecks & Reef Boat Dive All Inclusive From Waikiki - The 6:45 a.m. start from Waikiki
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