What if the key to happiness was as simple as clicking a button? Believe it or not, 97% of people report that planning a vacation makes them happier. In the shadow of stressful world events and the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone is out there hoping to live a little. What if you could live a lot,…
What if you could help preserve a species while having the time of your life? That’s what happens when you swim with sharks in Hawaii. First of all, having your own shark encounter is the kind of thing you’ll never forget. And you can be sure that your friends and family will be jealous! On…
Sharks, as we know them today, first evolved around 150 million years ago during the Jurassic Period. Ever since then, sharks have been the apex predator of the ocean and have been known to be very dangerous as well as incredible and majestic. Native Hawaiian culture has revered sharks for thousands of years, but why? Keep…
There are over 500 shark species across the world. Yet, there is so little we know about these magnificent, and sometimes peculiar creatures. The idea of shark attacks has made us fearful of the ocean, but they don’t give us a full understanding of sharks. We see countless shark attack scenes in movies but rarely do we see…
Did you know that the Monarch butterfly can cycle through up to five generations in one year’s migration? At the opposite end of the spectrum, North Pacific humpback whales complete the same migration every year of their lives. That means the oldest among them could make the same journey 50 times or more! Why do…
Approximately 10% of all known shark species live in Hawaii’s waters. That’s 40 different types of sharks! The archipelago’s bountiful coral reefs provide the perfect home for these creatures. The islands’ waters are even a popular mating destination! Does that mean you’ll spot a shark in Hawaii? It’s highly unlikely. Only a few species ever…
All About Galapagos Sharks A species of shark that we see frequently on our tours is the Galapagos Shark! This curious and energetic species is one that calls Hawaii home for part of the year. These sharks are found worldwide and are part of the Requiem shark species. They tend to live around clear reef types of environments. Sometimes a school of these sharks can number in the hundreds. Some of the places they live at are the Atlantic Ocean, Bermuda, the Virgin Islands, Lord Howe Island, the Marianas Islands, the Hawaiian Islands, Baja California, Guatemala, eastern Australia and more. Identifying Galapagos Sharks They are fair big, usually somewhere around 9.8 feet. Although they have been known to be as larger as 11 feet. At that size, they will tip the scales at a weight nearing 430 pounds. One of the features that you can use to identify…
All About Tiger Sharks Have you always wanted to see a tiger shark? Maybe yes, maybe no. While they are never guaranteed on our tours, we are always stoked when a tiger drops by to say hi. Tiger sharks tend to stay in deep waters that line the reefs of Hawaii but have been seen in fairly shallow water. Tiger sharks have been found also in other Pacific regions in addition to Hawaii, as far north as Japan and as far south as New Zealand. Identifying a Tiger Shark How does one identify a tiger shark? Tiger sharks have broadly rounded snouts and generally have long fins and a long upper tail which is easily distinguishable from other sharks. A tiger shark normally swims using little movements of its body, an almost sluggish swimming motion. Don’t let this fool you,…
Shark Conservation in Hawaii Sharks play a crucial role as apex predators in keeping marine ecosystems balanced by removing sick, injured, and diseased animals. This makes sharks vital to maintaining a clean and healthy ocean. 100 million sharks are killed every year, so in a two-hour tour about 22,000 sharks are killed. Here at Go Adventure Hawaii, we give back to organizations that support shark conservation and make it a point to educate guests on the importance of protecting these species. How to Help Do Not Eat Shark Shark meat is more common than you may realize, Imitation crab and dog food can sometimes Include shark meat. Shark fins are popular in some Asian cultures, especially in Chinese cuisine, where they are typically prepared as the main ingredient in shark fin soup. The fins are the most valuable part…
For the thrill-seekers! Experience Sea Life Upfront and Close! We will travel three miles off the North Shore of Oahu to find Hawaiiʼs famous Manō (sharks). From there you’ll have the opportunity to go shark diving.
The North Shore is famous for its world class surfing and big waves, but it is also renowned for its fishing. Book one of our O’ahu fishing charters online today!
Snorkel in a local marine sanctuary! Enjoy the best snorkeling in O’ahu with an excursion to a beautiful marine sanctuaries. Have fun and learn more about the local marine life!
