Emperor Explorer, Maldives
9.2 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Nitrox
- En-Suite bathrooms
“The dive team was exceptionally professional, motivated and at the same time warm, which gave each dive a special touch. ”
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 are twin- and 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.
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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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- 9.2 Superb
- Rezake K
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France
Fantastic and Demanding Itinerary
Fantastic liveaboard with 40 dives in 13 days at amazing sites - INTENSEThe crew and dive guides take great care of our comfort and to offer the best diving options - with the usual hazardsLots of sharks (reefs, greys, silver tips, spinners, nurses and tigers)2 sites where we met manta and many eagle rays on several sitesUnfortunately 2 dives in the Blue hoping to meet hammerheads but without success, nor whale shark
- Recommended for
- The comfort offered by the Emperor team by allowing you to be alone in the cabin. The professionalism of the crew and dive guides and their knowledge of the sites. The route optimized for pelagic dives.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Olga Z
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United States
Highly recommended
I really enjoyed this trip. Everything was very well organized. The diving was fantastic.
- Recommended for
- Tiger sharks. Bull, spinner, leopard, grey reef, white tip and other sharks. Friendly crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- William B
- 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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- 10 Exceptional
- Maithê V
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Brazil
My dream travel
Dive with the sharks, whale sharrks, big rays and the divers with us... lovely all
- Recommended for
- Dives, crew (including all) and the boat.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Jan O
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Germany
Great Service
Amazing wildlifeCool teamGreat experience
- Recommended for
- Great service, cool staff, nice trip
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- 10 Exceptional
- Alexander L
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Australia
everything was great, diving, crew, cabin, food. absolutely worth the money that was paid
I saw everything I wanted to see during this liveaboard diving trip: mantas, mobulas, whale shark. Amazing trip! Highly recommended for everyone.
- Recommended for
- dive, crew, food
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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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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Beth F
- United States
Wonderful experience with Emperor Explorer
We were on our first dive by 6:30 a.m each morning. The staff was amazing and every detail was cared for to make a smooth 4 dives during our day.
- Recommended for
- Diving, new friends and good food
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- 10 Exceptional
- Sandrine C
- France
Liveaboard perfect in every way
Perfect stay! Very comfortable boat, beautiful and well organized dives, very complete briefings, competent and involved guides, delicious and varied meals. To be done again absolutely!
- Recommended for
- The dives. Guides. Meals.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Victor P
- Australia
Best liveaboard that i have been to
Manta viewing at night
- Recommended for
- Very organised and efficient. Cabin is clean and tidy. Dive site are amazing
