Emperor Explorer, Maldives
9.2 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Nitrox
- En-Suite bathrooms
“The entire crew was attentive, friendly and always helpful – the service on board left nothing to be desired.”
Highlights
The luxury Emperor Explorer yacht schedules year-round dive safaris in the Maldives. Designed to meet divers' needs, Emperor Explorer comfortably accommodates 26 guests in 13 cabins. Each stateroom features a private en-suite bathroom, individually controlled AC and fan, storage space, and charging ports. There is the choice of twin or double-bed cabins and the option to upgrade to main or upper-deck rooms, which also feature stunning sea views.
Emperor Explorer Maldives has numerous social and relaxation areas around the boat. The upper deck has an open-air terrace, and on the top deck is a large sundeck with loungers. The main deck is home to the air-conditioned salon with sofas and TV, and home-cooked meals with a complimentary glass of wine at dinner are served at the al-fresco dining area located at the stern.
Emperor Explorer offers a variety of itineraries around the world-class dive sites for which the Maldives are known. Choose from the 'Best of the Maldives' to truly experience the magic of the Maldive Atolls and deliver 7 days of fantastic diving at the iconic sites of the North and South Male Atolls and Ari Atoll, or the ‘Hanifaru & North’ itinerary, which gives guests a chance to get up close and snorkel with giant mantas in the bay. Diving takes place from the accompanying dhoni, which has plenty of space for gear storage and kitting up, making getting to and from the dive sites hassle-free. Complimentary nitrox is available for certified divers.
Trips aboard Emperor liveaboards include all port and park fees, free Nitrox, and even complimentary wine, while you will never be charged extra for itinerary or fuel surcharges. What you see is what you pay.
Book your MV Emperor Maldives liveaboard easily online today.
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Included: VAT, Environment Tax, Fuel Surcharge, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance (39 EUR per week), Gratuities (150 USD), Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox Course (284 USD), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (101-466 USD), WiFi internet (31 USD).
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Emperor Explorer Reviews
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- 9.2 Superb
- Vessel 9.4
- Crew 8.9
- Food 9.6
- Diving 9.4
- Value 8.9
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Wolfgang R
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Germany
Perfect diving trip with great experiences
Great diving trip with special diving experiences. Always safe. Impressive night dive. Professionalism and atmosphere on board
- Recommended for
- Dive guide. Organization of dives. Atmosphere on board.
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- 10 Exceptional
- 슬기 김
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South Korea
Couldn’t have asked for more
Seeing the whale-shark and mantas. Overall, it was a magical honeymoon experience
- Recommended for
- People, people, people, the ship, room
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- 10 Exceptional
- William B
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United States
Incredible trip well worth the money!
Unbelievable diving with an incredible crew and well run ship. 10/10 will book with emperor again!
- Recommended for
- The people, the diving, and the boat
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- 9.2 Superb
- June H
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Japan
Unforgettable Dive Adventure
This was my first liveaboard experience, and I'm so glad I went with Emperor Explorer! The boat was in awesome shape, the crew were super friendly and helpful, and the food was seriously tasty. But what really made it special was the focus on diving! We had 20 dives in total, which is three more than most other boats offer. Dive Director Emma was amazing—she's the most experienced and caring dive pro I've ever met. From her first briefing, we felt totally safe, and by the end of the trip, we were all big fans. Plus, I made some great friends along the way. Can't wait to hop on board with the Emperor fleet again for more adventures!
- Recommended for
- Focus on diving, professional guides, boat and crew
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- 10 Exceptional
- Natasa M
- United States
Si spectacular;I had to stay another week
As single female ; I had my concerns doing a liveaboard in Maldives , coming from USA . I simply have no words to compliment enough the crew , the dive instructors , the hospitality , diving , food , safety , accommodation , friendliness , professionalism . I Came as a guest , and I will leave as a friend . Thank you from the bottom of my heart .
- Recommended for
- Crew, diving , hospitality
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- 8.0 Very good
- Stewart R
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Australia
Very challenging
A very challenging week with a 20 dive program
- Recommended for
- Interaction with the other guests. The entire crew. The food was fine.
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- 8.4 Very good
- ARNOLD H
- Germany
Great Diving Week
The Explorer is a very comfortable vessel with plenty of space during dive breaks and comfortable cabins. The diving operation is as professional as usual as on other Emperor ships. It's great that there are 3-4 dives per day. Food, crew and team was great
- Recommended for
- Manta rays, sharks galore, great crew
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- 9.2 Superb
- Peter K
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United Kingdom
Best trip ever
Too many to mention but the giant manta rays were amazing
- Recommended for
- The diving, the boat, the people
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- DANY A
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Lebanon
Perfect diving experience
Great diving
- Recommended for
- Very well organized diving, nice and new boat, great rooms
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Christoph P
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Switzerland
Best of the maldives
One of the many highlights of this trip was the nightdive with the mantarays and the snorkeling with the waleshark. absolutely stunning! the trip was well organized, the crew was very experienced and the food delicious. 5 stars
- Recommended for
- Mantaray diving, food, guides
