Emperor HD

Overview

Step aboard the Emperor HD, the ultimate dive boat designed for both recreational and technical divers. This state-of-the-art vessel promises to make your time above water as memorable as your underwater adventures. With spacious, comfortable cabins and a fully equipped dive deck, the Emperor HD offers a perfect blend of relaxation and functionality. Whether you're enjoying tasty meals onboard, relaxing with drinks on the sun deck, or spending your days exploring underwater reefs, this boat delivers an amazing experience from beginning to end. 

Your accommodation aboard the Emperor HD is nothing short of outstanding. On the main deck, you can find eight spacious twin-bed cabins, each providing 12sqm of comfort. These cabins come with individually controlled air-conditioning and private en suite bathrooms spanning 4.5sqm, complete with shower and two plush towels per guest. For those seeking a room with a view, the upper deck offers four cosy cabins—two with double beds and two with twin beds, giving you ultimate flexibility. Below deck, you can find two additional twin-bed cabins, perfect for unwinding after an exciting day of diving. Every cabin is thoughtfully designed to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. 

When it’s time to relax, the Emperor HD has plenty of spaces to kick back and enjoy the journey. The sun deck is perfect for lounging, with comfortable sofas and sunbeds where you can bask in the sun or stargaze at night. The captain’s deck features outdoor seating and a bar stocked with local drinks, including beer, cocktails, and soft drinks, so you can toast to another great day. The upper deck offers a spacious lounge equipped with a large TV, a coffee machine, and even a hot tub—ideal for unwinding while taking in breathtaking views. Meanwhile, the main deck is all about diving convenience, featuring a dedicated dive deck, platform, and communal toilets and showers for your ease. On the lower deck, you can find an air-conditioned dining room serving up delicious meals and WiFi to keep you connected throughout your trip. 

The diving facilities aboard the Emperor HD are second-to-none, designed to make every dive safe, seamless, and unforgettable. The 8m x 8m dive deck and 6m x 7.5m platform provide ample space for gearing up and moving around comfortably. Guided by a team of three experienced professionals, including a skilled cruise director, you can dive with confidence every step of the way. The boat is equipped with two HP Bauer compressors (450l) for efficient tank fills, and all divers can take advantage of FREE Nitrox (up to 40%) with a partial pressure system and specialised filling equipment. Whether you're into technical, re-breather, or side mount diving, the Emperor HD has everything you need—just remember to prebook with our team.  

Safety remains a top priority for Emperor Divers, with oxygen, a comprehensive First Aid kit, and an AED all onboard for peace of mind. For photographers, the Emperor HD offers excellent facilities, including charging stations, a dedicated camera table, and rinse tanks to keep your gear in top condition. These features ensure that every aspect of your diving adventure is effortless and enjoyable. 

SPECIFICATION 

Type: Steel hull Length: 40.2m Width: 8.5m Beam: 11m Draft: 2.4m. Engines: 2 x 1150 HP MAN Generators: 2 Daewoo 180KW and 1 Cummins 100KW. Water Makers: 15,000 litres/day. Electricity: 220v 2 pin, 220v international multi and 2.5A USB electrical sockets 

NAVIGATION AND SAFETY 

Navigation and Communication: Radar, GPS, Fish Finder, AIS, EPIRB, Start, Compass, Fixed VHF, Portable VHF, and MF Fixed. Satellite phone included.  

Centralised Firefighting and Alarm System: Equipped with battery backup, smoke detectors, CO2 monitors, and heat and fire alarms. Features include automatic and manual extinguishers, fire blankets, fire line, life jackets, and night watch. Two life rafts available, each with a capacity of 25 people. 

GROUP DISCOUNTS 

The FREE places below relate to the 'boat space' and do not include flights. 

• For 11 paying guests: 1 additional free space 
• For 22 paying guests: 2 additional free spaces 

NITROX COURSE 

Nitrox and other courses are available on board. Please call us to book.  

Schedules & prices

Dive info

Regaldive offer a range of Red Sea liveaboards, with itineraries giving you a wide variety of diving options, depending on your area of interest and your level of experience. If you are travelling as a large group, you can even decide to pre-book a week of wrecks or favourite reef dives, according to your group preferences.

Northern Red Sea Liveaboards

Regaldive offer itineraries departing from Hurghada. The reef at Abu Nuhas is accessible from Hurghada with several wrecks resting at its base. You can also visit the Straits of Gubal and the famous Thistlegorm World War II wreck. Some boat itineraries may also take in the Ras Mohammed national park where steep coastal cliffs are mirrored underwater with impressive vertical walls, which drop off 70m or more.

The Strait of Tiran has a range of reefs rising out of deep waters where the strong currents and dense plankton attract an impressive range of reef and deep-sea species providing some exceptional drift dives. The Thistlegorm also features on this trip.

For those that want the liveaboard experience from a resort, our Sharm Dive Extravaganza allows you to join a small group of like-minded divers whilst exploring the best diving Sharm El Sheikh has to offer. 

Southern Red Sea Liveaboards

There are many world-class dive sites in the southern Red Sea, and Regaldive offer several itineraries. Fury Shoal is an area where many reefs lie close to each other, some are exposed and some sheltered, many with dramatic sheer walls plunging to over 40m. There are canyons, multiple caves and passages where groupers and morays lurk. The variety of coral is stunning with beautiful brain and fire corals. Schools of fusiliers and anchovies hover above the reefs until suddenly attacked by fast moving tuna whilst Napoleon wrasse cruise majestically by.

The Brothers are two small isolated reefs 33 miles north east of El Quseir. Big Brother Island has a lighthouse and a fringing reef with a sheer plunge to exceptional depths. The diving is challenging with deep wrecks and strong currents. Tuna, barracuda, scalloped hammerhead, oceanic white tips, silkies and reef shark can all be spotted here.

Little Brother is reputed to be one of the most scenic dives in the Red Sea. The drop off is over 40m but the walls are covered in sponges, anemones, soft corals and black coral. Some of the huge gorgonian fan corals are more than 3m high. There are caves, holes and overhangs in the shallow part of the reef. Currents can be very strong and because there is little shelter and strong winds, access is very much weather dependent.

Elphinstone is a site best dived early in the day and there is little protection against wind and waves, making a liveaboard visit ideal. There are plateaux at either end, from 25-40m, but the steep walls drop off to more than 100m. It is an ideal site to experience the larger pelagic marine life including manta, hammerheads and oceanic whitetips. The soft corals and gorgonians are luxuriant and colourful.

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Flight Information

Flights are available to Hurghada (HRG) from a number of UK airports. Please refer to the tables below for typical direct flight schedules, or speak to our friendly travel consultants for the latest information.

Typical Annual Schedule

HRG = Hurghada Airport, updated Aug 2024

Key: * = Winter only (November to April), ** = Summer only (May to October), *** = Irregular schedule, ask for more information

NB: Please note that flight schedules may be subject to change by the airlines at any time. Full and up to date flight details will be provided with any holiday quotation.

Flight duration: 5 - 5½ hours

Transfer: Varies and depends on the itinerary, arrival airport and departure port. Minimum transfer time approximately 10 minutes.

Departure tax: N/A

Passports

Passengers travelling to Egypt must have six months valid on their passport from the date of departure from Egypt.

Visas

A single entry tourist visa for Egypt is required for all nationalities. For British passport holders with British citizenship, Egyptian visas can be obtained conveniently and inexpensively on arrival at Hurghada airport.

Other nationalities should check with consular office.

Vaccinations

There are no compulsory vaccinations for travel to Egypt, but we recommend protection against typhoid, tetanus, hepatitis A and polio. Though malaria does exist in Egypt, it is generally not present in the coastal resorts.

Vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed before departure. For the most up to date advice please consult your travel clinic.

Further information regarding vaccinations for travel to this country can be found at www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk and from your local healthcare provider.

Itineraries

Please click on the links below for more information on individual itineraries.  Itineraries can vary and are strictly weather dependent. 

Simply the Best departing from Hurghada or Marsa Ghalib 

Safaga, Brothers & Elphinstone departing from Hurghada or Marsa Ghalib 

South & St. Johns departing from Marsa Ghalib 

Daedalus, Fury & Elphinstone departing from Marsa Ghalib 

Red Sea Sharks departing from Marsa Ghalib

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