The Sharks of Oʻahu: Meet the Locals Beneath the Waves
Every morning when we head out from Haleʻiwa Harbor, there’s a moment when the water shifts from turquoise to deep cobalt blue. That’s when we know we’re leaving the land world behind and entering theirs. The hum of the boat quiets, the swell slows, and everyone starts to look down, wondering what they’ll see first. For some people, it’s their first time meeting a shark. You can feel the mix of nerves and excitement, and that’s okay. Out here off Oʻahu’s North Shore, we’ve learned that the best way to replace fear is with knowledge. Once you see how calm, curious, and perfectly adapted these animals are, it’s hard not to fall in love. This guide is our way of sharing that world with you. Below, we’ll introduce the four shark species you’re most likely to see on our tours,…
November 7, 2025