Build a private Haleiwa day on the water with two activities you choose
Up to 8 hours
Up to 6 people
Private custom charter, Two activities
Plan a private custom charter from Haleiwa Small Boat Harbor and combine two activities in one day. Your captain sets the order and timing based on weather and your focus.
Check in with the captain at the boat 30 minutes before departure. Late guests cannot be accommodated.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
Cancel no less than 48 hours before the scheduled tour time (leaving a voicemail is not sufficient). If purchased less than 24 hours before tour start time, no refund for cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to hazardous weather and sea conditions.
Check in with the captain at the boat 30 minutes before departure. If you arrive late, you cannot be accommodated.
Bring anything you think you might need on the cruise, including food and/or water and sunscreen.
Your captain sets the order of activities and the time spent on each based on weather conditions and your chosen focus.
Haleiwa Small Boat Harbor, Haleiwa Hawaii
GO ADVENTURE HAWAII's shark diving tours have earned an exceptional reputation for safety and professionalism. Guests consistently praise crew members like Jordan, Parker, Rachel, Ricky, Matty, and Mariana for being personable, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable about shark behavior. The team excels at making nervous swimmers feel comfortable, with several reviewers noting how guides helped them overcome fears through thorough safety briefings and constant reassurance in the water. Even non-swimmers have successfully participated thanks to life vests and hands-on support from the crew. The actual experience delivers on its promise of up-close encounters with Galapagos sharks in their natural habitat. Reviewers repeatedly describe it as a "once in a lifetime" adventure and often the highlight of their entire Hawaii trip. The operation prioritizes both guest safety and shark conservation, maintaining respectful distances and educating participants about these misunderstood animals. The check-in process is straightforward, and the crew's enthusiasm for sharing this experience shines through in every interaction. Multiple guests mention they're already planning return trips or bringing family members next time.
The six of us booked a private boat tour and couldn't be happier with our choice! Our guide, Parker, was incredibly friendly and professional, and he made me feel safe every second in the water. He kept a close eye on the sharks and ensured they didn't get too close. The boat ride there can be quite rough due to strong waves, so it's not for the faint of heart! I highly recommend it to everyone; it's a truly unique experience.
Pascal Blees
May 23, 2026
The six of us booked a private boat tour and couldn't be happier with our choice! Our guide, Parker, was incredibly friendly and professional, and he made me feel safe every second in the water. He kept a close eye on the sharks and ensured they didn't get too close. The boat ride there can be quite rough due to strong waves, so it's not for the faint of heart! I highly recommend it to everyone; it's a truly unique experience.
Pascal Blees
May 23, 2026