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!!

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!

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.

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.

It's honestly hard for me to even put into words how much this experience means to me. Diving with…read moreHawaii Adventure Diving on the North Shore is something truly special, and every single time I go, it exceeds my expectations. The crew consistently goes above and beyond to make the experience both fun and safe especially Ro, Stacey, Terry, and Ronnie. Their professionalism, energy, and genuine care make all the difference. You can tell they love what they do, and it shows in every detail of the dive. The optional photo package provided by Terry is worth every penny. I'm a certified diver and have had the opportunity to dive in several locations around the world, as well as with other companies on the North Shore, but none compare to this team. Hawaii Adventure Diving stands in a league of its own. This experience means the world to me. I travel to Hawaii every month for work, and I try to do this shark dive every time I'm here. That alone says everything. I won't be diving with any other shark diving companies on the North Shore, Hawaii Adventure Diving is simply the best!! The North Shore has been hit really hard recently with devastating flooding. Hawaii Adventure Diving's crew needs our support. Book your dive today!!

Callum is an awesome coach and trainer first time with my husband and daughter scuba diving…read moreadventure!! Since it's been 12-15 years since my last dive, I truly appreciate Callum's simple/clear instruction. He gave us all confidence before even that first dive; a terrific experience, for sure. The whole team was careful and appropriate for planning the best time for a dive, given the recent storms. Captain D is super friendly and drives the boat to areas that we could see dolphins- no one was in a hurry that we had to be back to the port, knowing that we wanted to see dolphins and maybe a whale off in the distance. Shannon M from Ashland, OR

Great dive with Ed! The boat ride was nice and quick to our dive sites and I saw a turtle on each…read moredive! The equipment was set up for us and it was a great experience overall. Thank you so much!

Dave is so wonderful, helpful and knowledgable about diving, equipment and dive sites. His many,…read moremany years of diving experience is very obvious with his customer care. He makes scuba diving easy and relaxed. His classes are small and intimate or he can take a larger group of friends/family members. It is especially nice that the dives can be captured on video or on pictures. He offers guided tours, photography, various levels of scuba diving courses, boat and shore diving. excellent experience Mahalo nui loa.

Did my Open Water recently with Dave Sanford. He is an excellent instructor and took the time to…read moreclearly explain all of the materials and objectives. He is easy to work with and an outstanding communicator. He answered emails and phone calls promptly, and was on time for each of our meetings. He was able to adjust his class to fit my schedule. My class was a one to one ratio, and you just CANNOT GET ANY BETTER than that. I still cannot understand why more people would not gravitate more towards this kind of instruction rather than the larger classes that the bigger shops tend to have. It was like having my own personal coach. I was completely at ease with him and learned a great deal. I plan to continue my education through Dave, and that says a lot.

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.

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!