

Best for beginner divers, 2-20m, shore entry, mild current.
Shark's Cove in Oahu offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring rocky reefs, caves, and artificial structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 2 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site is accessible via a shore entry and is suitable for beginners, though conditions can include surf, rip currents, and strong currents. Visibility typically spans 10 to 35 metres, and water temperatures remain between 23C and 26C throughout the year. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, and showers. Night diving is permitted, and the site is also suitable for snorkelling.
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Use a carabiner to carry your mask and fins down the rocky trail to keep your hands free.
Walk down a short, rocky, and steep trail from the parking lot. Enter the water on the south side of the cove.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
10-35m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
May, Sep
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 2 to 20 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Shark's Cove is accessed via a shore entry.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a 4/5 rating for the activity.
The best months to visit are May and September.
Diving at Shark's Cove in Haleiwa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shark's Cove in Haleiwa. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Shark's Cove in Haleiwa are May and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Shark's Cove in Haleiwa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Shark's Cove in Haleiwa typically ranges from 10 metres to 35 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.