Emperor Explorer, Maldives
9.2 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Nitrox
- En-Suite bathrooms
“One of the highlights of the trip is clearly the diverse and breathtaking dives, where we had unforgettable encounters with sharks…”
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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- 10 Exceptional
- Mareike C
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Germany
Best of male
I had the pleasure of traveling with the Emperor Liveaboard in the Maldives best of male and it was simply a perfect experience from start to finish! From the very beginning, the organization was professional and seamless. The crew on board is not only incredibly friendly but also highly skilled and attentive. You feel welcome and well taken care of at all times. The dives were absolutely spectacular from majestic manta rays and curious reef sharks to vibrant coral reefs. The dive guides know the sites inside out and ensure every dive is both safe and unforgettable. The boat itself leaves nothing to be desired: clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed. The cabins are cozy, the sun deck is perfect for relaxing, and the food is varied and truly excellent. What stood out most to me was the perfect balance between a relaxed atmosphere and professional service on board: a great mix of adventure, relaxation, and community. I can wholeheartedly recommend the Emperor Liveaboard in the Maldives and would book again anytime. Definitely a 5-star experience!
- Recommended for
- Island BBQ. Cozy Rooms. Dive Guide Katy.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Hebe W
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United Kingdom
Excellent first liveaboard - definitely recommend
Brilliant trip, visibility was slightly less good than I had expected due to seasonality but there were some fantastic dives. The boat was great and the crew were amazing
- Recommended for
- Quality of the boat was fantastic. Knowledgable and supportive dive guides. Friendly staff.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Nora S
- Germany
Fantastic trip with great crew!
My expectations were far exceeded! The dive guides in particular have adapted very strongly to the needs of the travelers. They were approachable at all times, showed a lot of interest and commitment and made sure that I felt safe and comfortable at all times. The briefings were very informative and carefully prepared. On some evenings, additional info sessions about sharks were offered, where I could learn a lot of new things. The dive sites have also been carefully selected - I have never seen so many sharks!! The boat offers a lot of comfort and good opportunities to relax. The crew was great; Very friendly and helpful. I would come back anytime:) 100/10!
- Recommended for
- Dive Guides. Comfort. Eat.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Marine D
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France
Magic.
The encounter with whale sharks, nurses, mantas. And a top team on a very beautiful boat.
- Recommended for
- Mantas / Whale Sharks / Comfort
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- 9.2 Superb
- Peter K
- 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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- 10 Exceptional
- Alexander S
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Austria
Unforgettable liveaboard
Incredible liveaboard in a very very spacious and beautiful boat. The crew and the food are second to none. And the diving spots are also very well selected and varied.
- Recommended for
- Boat. Dives. Crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Romain N
- France
Sharktastic !!!!
Every dive is different, shark TV do to speak, Mantas, Mola Mola, sharks all sizes, whale shark, Dolphin’s by night at the back of the boat, very effusively trip, super well organised, confortable as possible ! The Mola mola was an unexpected chance :)
- Recommended for
- Professionnalism, confort, astonishing
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Selma H
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Switzerland
A good time
The highlight for me was getting to see reef mantas for the very first time. They're a lot bigger live than I expected, and it was really cool to get to experience that.
- Recommended for
- The three best things were, in order, the food, the dive sites, and the atmosphere the guides cultivated.
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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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- 10 Exceptional
- Werner G
- Germany
Perfect liveaboard
We were lucky enough to snorkel with whale sharks several times and the manta encounters were perfect. The team had a good one. On the way! For the dive sites and the teams on board and on the Doni super nice and helpful
- Recommended for
- A convincing dive guide, insane dive sites, great local food
