Surf N Sea is a classic Haleiwa staple that specializes in all things ocean activities! You can…read morerent gear for surfing, stand up paddle boarding, snorkeling, freediving, scuba, and even kayaking. They even offer lessons and tours. If you're looking to do any water activities and don't have the gear, this is a great spot on the North Shore. I mostly come here to shop, they have all the best surf / beach brands. Which is great since most surf brands have closed down their physical locations. They have racks on racks of awesome swimsuits and clothes. I love looking through all of their surf competition shirts. I think the last time we bought a surf comp shirt we even got the matching poster for free! I also bought my short fins here and was able to find a really cute pair. The service here was super nice and helpful when looking for a pair of fins. Now I'm in the market for longer freediving fins and this is the spot I'm gonna check out the next time I'm in Haleiwa.

Learning something new, surf! I know an old guy like me learning new things, lol! It was good times…read morelearning how to surf on a 11' board. The challenge for me was getting up on the board. The best part the instructors, Travis and Keith, were patient and knowledgeable. The only suggestion I can make plan your lessons when spring bread is not in season... No pics cuz couldn't secure my cam in my pocket. I highly recommend Surf N Sea!!

I have been a repeat customer of Hawaii Adventure Diving 5+ times and have had phenomenal…read moreexperiences! This company keeps the group size small so you feel like you have a more one-one experience with the staff and animals. Two of those times I was able to have safe but close solo swims with a female tiger shark and countless Galapagos sharks. The Monday team of Terry (photographer), Stacy (captain), and Ronnie (safety diver) truly never disappoint. Upon showing up for my second dive with them, all of them remembered me and welcomed me back with enthusiasm. Terry is thorough in trying to make sure to get a variety of shots with you and the shark, with multiple opportunities per person. I really felt like the time spent with each guest (regardless of their decision to pre-purchase photos) was balanced and I appreciate that you don't feel like you have to ask for a turn. I've had both Ronnie and Stacy as safety divers before and both are extremely attentive and knowledgeable about shark behavior, using their presence and posturing first and foremost to ensure mutual respect and safety between the sharks and the humans. Their expectations with guests of all swimming abilities is so clear, and their care of guests in times of anxiety was so compassionate and caring. 10/10 recommend this team!

This was such an awesome experience! The crew was super helpful and chill and made our trip…read moreamazing. We got to see so many beautiful sharks up close. We always felt safe and even when a few in our group got sea sick, the crew handled it really well, and everybody had a great time! If this was the only thing we did in Hawaii, it would've made the trip worth it.

I went shark free diving with One Ocean in Honolulu and it was truly one of the best experiences of…read moremy life! Our crew -- Liko, Tyler, Gina, and Brett -- were incredible. They were extremely knowledgeable, supportive, and had such calm demeanors that instantly put me at ease. I was nervous at first (as anyone would be!), but they helped me feel safe and comfortable from the moment we got in the water. They gave us plenty of opportunities to get close to the sharks, and I actually got really close to a Galapagos shark -- something I'll never forget. I went alone, but ended up making two new friends by the end of it, which made the day even more special. They shared fascinating info about shark behavior and conservation that I didn't know before, and the thoughtful touches were amazing -- cake after the dive, and a warm peppermint towel when we got back on the boat. I'll be getting my videos tomorrow and the photos in a few days, and I seriously cannot wait to relive every second. The experience totally inspired me -- it made me want to go again, and also start snorkeling more where I live! If you're thinking about doing this -- JUST DO IT. One Ocean exceeded every expectation. I had so much fun, and I can't recommend them enough!

Update: We got our GoPro footage a few days after the dive and the photos a little over a week…read morelater. Yeah, the package was pricey, but worth every penny for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Honestly, I was worried I wouldn't have many good shots since I didn't stay in the water the entire time--but I was wrong. The photos came out crystal clear and absolutely epic. That's when it really sank in: I actually did a cageless shark dive. Already planning to go back in June 2026 to do it all again.

Great operation! Friendly and professional staff answered the phone in one ring, got us outfitted…read morewith rental gear short notice. Equipment was high-quality and well-maintained. Staff was very helpful showing us resources for finding dive sites--Sharks Cove was full of turtles! Hassle free equipment return and fair price. We will definitely be back.

Ricardo is great! I took his class in California…read more If you want to feel more confident & relaxed in the ocean, this is a great class to take. I have been riding in bigger and more dangerous conditions over the last few years and Ricardo's knowledge has already given me more confidence while out in the water. Thanks Ricardo!

This is now my fourth time going shark diving but my first time with Ocean Outfitters and it did…read morenot disappoint! This boat is so fun to ride on and so fast. (If you get motion sickness/seasick I highly recommend NOT going. There was a family on our trip that all took Dramamine yet still had a horrible time) We saw so many Galapagos sharks & even dolphins on the way back The crew was awesome, especially the captain Kevin. They were all very friendly and good at preparing everyone to get into the water safely. It was the perfect mix of freedom and safety while in the water. You don't need to hold on to a rope/stay right next to the boat like with other shark tours, but the crew keeps everyone safe the whole time. Soooo sick & I highly recommend taking a tour with Ocean Outfitters!!

An amazing experience. We booked for the shark tour dive originally at 2:30pm but had to reschedule…read moredue to their policy regarding at least 6 people to continue the tour. Nevertheless they accommodated and made it right by giving us an extra snorkeling tour in addition to the shark tour. We saw a variety of marine life which includes hawaiian green sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins, sharks, monk seals and many more ! The staff were very friendly and also really informative. They provided clear safety instructions before heading into the water to snorkel. Im afraid of both the deep big blue ocean and most of all sharks. However this experience made me truly look at it very differently. It was such a beautiful and memorable experience. I would most definitely do it again. Their prices are really competitive as well in terms of snorkeling and cage free shark diving. After all the research they are the most reputable and most budget friendly activity tours. Definitely recommend and most definitely will be booking again once I'm back in Oahu.

Rented some snorkeling gear from the shop and Kuae was awesome! He helped us with all of our…read morequestions, and was incredibly patient and friendly! The prices listed weren't too bad as it's an all day rental, plus you can just walk right over to Sharks Cove to snorkel!

For any beginner, this IS IT!! Amazing instructors (Mike and Zoey). They walk you through…read moreeverything and help you keep calm which is essentially #1 (besides breathing). They dont rush you to their schedule and encourage you to do whatever makes you comfortable including going back up on the boat if needed. They have great technique and skills to share to make it an easier and safer experience for everyone. I found water consistently going into my goggles and Mike gave me his without thinking. Their confidence comes across and naturally makes you feel more at ease. They took amazing photos of everyone scuba diving and showed us a bunch of cool things as well: spotted eel and cushion pin starfish! If it's your first time going, don't even think twice. Book with them!!

Adding the Shark Dive to our trip right before heading to the island was the best decision we made…read more This was the most incredible experience I have ever experienced. We arrived a little more than 30 minutes prior to our charter time, unfortunately the captain missed us at check in and we joined a later charter which worked out really well for us. Captain Ken was our boat captain and he was very kind & knowledgeable, he provided us alot of information prior to us taking off and while we were out on the water. He also had floating camera handles he allowed us to use - thanks Ken - we didn't even think about this. The First Mate & crew on our charter were great and very informative. It was whale season in Hawaii while we were there so we were able to see sprays from the whales on the trip out to the shark encounter area. We were able to see whales breaching the water in the distance, we also saw alot of sharks. The charter takes us 3 miles off shore & then hooks up to the shark cages that are tethered out in the open water while charters go to and from. It is about a 20 minute boat ride out to the shark cages & 20 minutes back. Each group gets so spend roughly 20 minutes in the shark cage, getting up close and personal with these majestic creatures. Captain Ken took some video footage from a pole camera and we were able to be in the background in the cage, the video provided by the captain was clear and a great perspective. I am so glad that we added this to our trip because this was hands down one of the coolest experiences of my life! I would definitely do this again, on our next trip to Hawaii.

The knowledge of the Cpt and his first mate was great and they explained safety protocols very…read morewell. Also when we got near whales he stopped the boat hoping they would breach the surface.

Absolutely 10/10 experience. This is my second time coming with the company and it was…read moreunforgettable. I have seen sand bar sharks, Galapagos sharks and even a pregnant tiger shark! I've never felt so safe in open water but the people who run the dives do an amazing job at educating & making sure everyone in their group feels safe. They go the extra miles to ensure an amazing experience and I am so beyond grateful to experience something so beautiful. If you are interested or even slightly hesitating this is your sign to DO IT!!

I highly recommend Islandview Hawaii for shark diving! They are one of the few, if not the only…read morelocally owned shark diving companies on the North Shore. We had an incredible experience, the crew was friendly and extremely competent. They also send you your underwater photos and videos immediately after the trip is complete for free. We'll definitely be back!

Tyler is an outstanding scuba instructor -- professional, articulate, and genuinely fun to be…read morearound. Over the past several years he has certified all of my kids and many of their friends, and now we all get to vacation and dive together. That alone says a lot. I've also gone on dive trips with Tyler multiple times around Oahu. He has an incredible eye for marine life and consistently points out amazing underwater sights most divers would miss. He's an exceptional instructor and guide -- calm, safety-focused, and truly passionate about what he does. If you're looking for top-tier scuba instruction or unforgettable dives on Oahu, Tyler is the one.

Tyler was a great teacher for our basic open water scuba certification! Everything was…read moreunderstandable and he made the learning environment very safe. If we had more time this trip, we would have asked him to do our advanced as well. 10/10 teacher!

Friendly crew, saw about 6 reef sharks make sure you take anti nausea medicine so you dont feed the…read moresharks accidentally highly recommended they even reached out to reschedule due to bad weather appreciated them reaching out beforehand

Adam & Clint were amazing !! We truly enjoyed every second of our experience! It was the highlight…read moreof our vacation !! We felt very safe and got to just enjoy ourselves ! We chose to do the 5:30 am because we booked super late but in hindsight I would always opt for the earliest time slot just a more peaceful calm experience! Thank you guys for making this experience one to remember!!!