Brand NEW in 2019, Emperor Explorer brings a class of her own to the Maldivian waters. She is a contemporary, spacious liveaboard measuring 42m and accommodating 26 guests in 13 well-appointed ensuite cabins all with air-conditioning. On the upper deck there are 2 king-size double and 2 twin cabins, the main deck offers 2 double cabins with a single bed, and the lower deck comprises of 5 double cabins with a single bed and 2 standard double cabins.

There is a spa and open-air dining for guests to enjoy at the stern of the main deck, and several sofas and tables inside the air-conditioned saloon for relaxing or watching TV. A complimentary glass of wine is served with dinner. The upper deck boasts a covered, open area ideal for watching photos and footage from your diving or just relaxing, star gazing and soaking up the wonderful Maldivian sunshine.

The sundeck is the perfect place for having a reviving nap or reliving the excitement of the day’s diving with your buddies. Nitrox is free of charge, and all diving is done from Emperor Explorer's large dhoni (tender), giving you more living space on board. Four dive guides are on hand to ensure everyone experiences the best diving and underwater encounters that the Maldives has to offer.

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  Deep South and Southern Sharks

  Go in search of the Indian Ocean’s largest residents in February and March when possible sightings include tiger sharks, silver tips, grey reef sharks, whale sharks, hammerheads, and silkies. Enjoy drift diving on this trip, far away from the crowds.

  Pelagics – Channels – Wreck – Manta Cleaning Stations – Whale Sharks - Drifts

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  Sharktastic

  With superb visibility up to 40m from January to April this trip is full of delights, expect the action-packed channel dives of eastern Maldives, sharks, eagle rays, stunning corals, and even whale sharks.

  Pelagics - Channels – Pinnacles – Manta Cleaning Station – Macro Wreck – Whale Sharks

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  The Best of the Maldives

  This itinerary explores the most famous sites across Male and Ari atolls. Divers can hope to meet a wonderful mix of marine life including sharks, reef fish, and morays, the boat will also aim to find whale sharks so guests can get in the water and snorkel with these magnificent creatures.

  Pelagics – Manta Ray – Pinnacles – Reefs – Macro – Drifts – Channels

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  South Central Atolls

  Visiting quieter atolls between January and March this trip is a wonderful mix of fast drift dives, sharks, and thrilling channel dives, along with some relaxed diving inside the atolls spotting turtles, schooling fish, and eagle rays to name but a few.

  Pelagics – Whale Sharks – Hammerheads – Channels – Drifts – Manta Cleaning Station – Macro Wreck

Enjoy open air dining on Emperor Explorer where meals are usually buffet style offering a good variety of local and International dishes to suit everyone, local food is traditionally a bit spicy! Fish is available, mostly frozen with a few fresh catches along the way. Water, tea, and coffee are complimentary. Soft drinks, fresh juices, and alcohol (cocktails, liquors, wine, and beer) are chargeable. A complimentary glass of wine is served with dinner.

For any special dietary requests, such as vegetarian or any allergies, please speak to a member of our team. Produce is sourced locally, therefore items such as, but not limited to; wholemeal pastas or flour, gluten free products or soya substitutes are not typically available.

Emperor Explorer has a licenced bar so you can purchase alcohol on board, but please be aware importing of alcoholic beverages is prohibited by Maldivian law. Bottles containing alcohol will be confiscated at customs upon arrival.