OAHU
This is the shortlist you would send a diving friend: 15 scuba diving trips worth the airfare, with the price, the certification needed and the one thing to check before you pay.
Review of Oahu’s North Shore shark cage experience, with practical tips on price, safety, seasickness, wildlife, timing, and what to expect.
“Had a blast! We were late to check in and received a call to see where we were, then given time to use the restroom before boarding. The guys were friendly and made sure we had a good trip!”
Swim beside Galapagos sharks in a North Shore cage, with a scenic boat ride, expert crew, clear water, and a chance to spot whales.
“One of the best experiences of our lives. Guaranteed to see sharks and crew where fantastic throughout the whole experience.”
Meet wild Galapagos and Sandbar sharks off Oahu’s North Shore in a small floating cage, with expert crew, gear, and flexible cancellation.
“The idea seems scary at first but after jumping in and seeing the sharks circle the cage and watching them it’s calm within chaos. The day we went the weather conditions were awesome and there was high visibility and lots of sharks 🤙”
Try scuba in Honolulu’s sheltered Magic Island Lagoon with patient instruction, a four-person group, 20 to 30 minutes underwater, and free video.
“Kyle, our instructor, was GREAT. Very informative. Kyle makes sure you are comfortable with everything before the dive. Would highly recommend. An awesome experience for the first time diver.”
Swim with wild sharks off Oahu, learn from marine biologists, and decide if this safe, educational Haleiwa ocean tour fits your trip.
“Awesome time! Definitely an up close experience! Kids had a great time! Never thought I would be doing this on vacation!”
Swim with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore, learn from marine scientists, and spot turtles, dolphins, and whales on this Haleiwa boat tour.
“Amazing experience especially since the staff all seem very passionate about sharks and taught us a bit about conservation work which I appreciated. I gave four stars instead of five because the photograph package is very expensive ($250) and there is no option of splitting it with other travelers. Other tours that I've seen that are similar in price offer free photos.”
Review of Oahu’s 2-tank Sea Tiger wreck and reef scuba trip, with wildlife, gear, crew tips, cost, logistics, and who should book.
“Lots of turtles! Very photogenic turtles! Eater was clear, but cool. Definitly wear a wersuit in Feburary”
Review of Oahu’s four-hour beginner scuba boat tour, with turtles, reef fish, safety details, pricing, logistics, and booking advice.
“It was amazing we seen a turtle come out from under the reef and swim up to the surface right near us. We also seen an eagle ray feeding then a shark and 2 eels. Yoshi our captain was wonderful and chad and olga very knowledgable and skilled keeping everyone safe and having a great time.”
Review of Oahu’s 3-hour two-tank reef trip, with turtles, rays, full gear, PADI guides, shallow water, pricing, and practical tips.
“Dive ohau was great. They changed our plans back after viator app changed them. We have had our booked excursions changes twice by booking through viator. Never had this experience before and thought the first time was a fluke. I will not book with viator in Hawaii again.”
Swim freely with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore on a small-group boat tour with trained guides, snorkel gear, and a strong safety focus.
“Awesome experience! Crew was extremely knowledgeable, put us on the sharks and kept us safe throughout the trip. As a bonus we got to see 5 or 6 whales on the trip back. Highly recommend this trip. Also take your Dramamine. It was a “calm” day and 1 or 2 people felt a little queasy.”
Review of Oahu’s North Shore shark cage tour, with boat details, safety advice, wildlife sightings, price value, and booking tips.
“Very professional crew and fun excursion! We saw many sharks and a bonus close up whale about 100 yards away.”
Swim with sharks off Oahu’s North Shore on a small-group snorkel tour with safety divers, free photos, and a chance to spot whales and dolphins.
“Crew was outstanding!! Saw whales as a bonus! Visibility was epic!! And they don’t charge u for photos!!! Best experience ever!!”
Explore Oahu’s Sea Tiger, YO-257, or San Pedro wreck, then a Waikiki reef, with gear, guides, snacks, and water included.
“I had a great dive with Dylan and Yoshi! Dylan was very knowledgeable and made sure everyone on our dive was prepared and Yoshi kept everyone safe. The shop was really convenient to get to from anywhere in Waikiki, but the reason I chose this center was because it was a 5 minute walk from my hotel and then they took us to the harbor. We saw lots of Honu and tropical fish on our dives, and the entire team was so helpful with our gear.”
Try scuba in Honolulu with PADI guides, reef wildlife, turtles, and two boat outings. See what is included, costs, and who should book.
“My wife and I did the scuba experience and it was absolutely amazing. The crew were very helpful and fun. Nacho, Heather, Jarrod, Ami, and Colton took great care of everyone and showed us a great time. 100/100 recommend Dive Oahu for any first time or even experienced divers!”
Review of Oahu’s open-water shark swim, with Galapagos sharks, expert guides, small groups, photos, pricing, safety, and practical tips.
“The crew were super knowledgeable and friendly. I felt safe at all times. I would do this again! Make sure you are a good swimmer with snorkel experience.”
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