Cage-free snorkel encounters off Haleiwa, mostly with Galapagos and sandbar sharks. Tigers migrate through from late summer to fall, increasing the chance of seeing them on each trip.

About This Spot

Cage-free snorkel encounters off Haleiwa, mostly with Galapagos and sandbar sharks. Tigers migrate through from late summer to fall, increasing the chance of seeing them on each trip.

Best Months to Visit

Peak season: September with 75% chance of sighting Tiger Shark.

September: 75%
August: 70%
October: 70%
November: 65%
July: 60%

Practical Information

Location: Oahu North Shore (Hawaii, USA)
Coordinates: 21.6400°, -158.1200°
Effort: day trip
Accessibility: Easy
Observation mode: watching, snorkeling

Other Spots for Tiger Shark

Tiger Beach (Bahamas) — Peak: 95%
Fuvahmulah (Maldives) — Peak: 95%
Protea Banks (South Africa) — Peak: 85%
Beqa Lagoon (Fiji) — Peak: 70%