Overview
The stunning Emperor Explorer liveaboard is the latest addition to the Emperor Maldives fleet. Cruising the best dive sites of the central Maldives, she blends exceptional diving with on-board luxury for discerning divers, offering both 7 and 10 night itineraries.
At 42 metres, the Emperor Explorer provides ample space for 26 guests in 13 en-suite cabins. Each cabin also features individually controlled air-conditioning. On the lower deck are 5 cabins with a double and a single bed, and 2 cabins with double beds. There are an additional 2 cabins on the main deck, each with a double and a single bed. The upper deck features a further 4 cabins; 2 twin cabins and 2 with a king size double bed.
She also benefits from a spa on the main deck, an open air dining area, and a choice of indoor and outdoor relaxation areas. Outside areas offer either shade or sun, depending on your preference.
All diving is done from a comfortable dhoni, fully equipped with compressors, tanks and oxygen kits.
FREE Nitrox is available.
Click here for deck floor plan.
Group Discounts (boat space only):
- 5 pay + 1 FREE boat space
- 10 pay + 2 FREE boat spaces
- 18 pay + 3 FREE boat spaces
- 22 pay + 3 FREE boat spaces
Specification: Type: Wooden hull, Length: 42m - Beam: 13.2m, Engine: 700 Hp Doosan Daewoo, Generators: 2 x 50 KW
Navigation and Communication: VHF radio, GPS chart plotter, Telephone, Mobile, EPIRB
Dive equipment rental: Diving equipment rental is available and paid for locally, but must be pre-arranged to ensure availability. Please Note: SMB and dive computer compulsory on every dive. Reef hooks are also recommended.
Safety: Oxygen/Medic First Aid Kit
Dhoni: Dhoni: Large diving dhoni tender fully equipped with compressors, tanks & oxygen kits
Schedules & prices
Price includes: 7 nights cabin share (sold as male/male or female/female share if travelling alone), three meals per day plus afternoon snacks and one BBQ night on uninhabited island (subject to route and weather conditions), unlimited drinking water, tea and coffee, 17 dives per week (2-3 dives per day, one night dive, no diving on the first day), guide, tanks, air / nitrox fills and weights. Male city tour with local guide also included on request.
Flights available with Emirates, Sri Lankan, Qatar Airways, Oman Air, British Airways and other airlines - please enquire.
Groups and Full Charters - please enquire for special rates and free places.
GROUP DISCOUNTS
- 5 pay + 1 FREE boat space
- 10 pay + 2 FREE boat spaces
- 18 pay + 3 FREE boat spaces
- 22 pay + 3 FREE boat spaces
SUPPLEMENTS
- Main deck and upper deck cabins carry a supplement, starting from £160.
- Single divers in a cabin with a double and a single bed can also book the double bed for a small supplement, subject to availability. Please enquire at the time of booking.
- Single supplements for a private cabin are 50%
EQUIPMENT AND OTHER EXTRAS:
Please Note: SMB and dive computer compulsory on every dive.
- Rental equipment must be requested in advance to ensure availability.
- Diving Courses - please contact us in advance to pre-book.
- Wi-Fi: $20 per week (subject to signal strength in certain areas)
A 12% sales tax charge is applicable on any payments made on board.
Date |
Itinerary |
Embark |
Notes |
Price |
Enquire |
06 Mar 2021 |
South Central Atolls |
Kooddoo |
Route: South Central Atolls, 10 Nights. 17 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2501 |
ENQUIRE |
16 Mar 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 10 Nights. 7 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2069 |
ENQUIRE |
11 Apr 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 14 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1573 |
ENQUIRE |
18 Apr 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 4 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
25 Apr 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 24 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1573 |
ENQUIRE |
02 May 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 8 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1438 |
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09 May 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 14 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1438 |
ENQUIRE |
16 May 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 15 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1438 |
ENQUIRE |
23 May 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 22 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1438 |
ENQUIRE |
08 Aug 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 4 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
22 Aug 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1438 |
ENQUIRE |
29 Aug 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 24 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1438 |
ENQUIRE |
16 Sep 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: Hanifaru & North, 10 Nights. 3 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2544 |
ENQUIRE |
26 Sep 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 21 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
17 Oct 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 22 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1573 |
ENQUIRE |
31 Oct 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 14 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1573 |
ENQUIRE |
07 Nov 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 21 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1573 |
ENQUIRE |
14 Nov 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 14 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
28 Nov 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 6 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1573 |
ENQUIRE |
12 Dec 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1438 |
ENQUIRE |
19 Dec 2021 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 10 Nights. 22 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2956 |
ENQUIRE |
16 Jan 2022 |
Sharktastic |
Male |
Route: Sharktastic, 7 Nights. 14 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
23 Jan 2022 |
Sharktastic |
Male |
Route: Sharktastic, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
30 Jan 2022 |
Sharktastic |
Male |
Route: Sharktastic, 7 Nights. 2 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2068 |
ENQUIRE |
06 Feb 2022 |
South Central Atolls |
Male |
Route: South Central Atolls, 7 Nights. 14 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2344 |
ENQUIRE |
27 Feb 2022 |
South Central Atolls |
Kooddoo |
Route: South Central Atolls, 7 Nights. 16 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2344 |
ENQUIRE |
06 Mar 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 10 Nights. 10 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2956 |
ENQUIRE |
16 Mar 2022 |
Sharktastic |
Male |
Route: Sharktastic, 10 Nights. 20 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2956 |
ENQUIRE |
27 Mar 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 18 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2068 |
ENQUIRE |
10 Apr 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 12 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
17 Apr 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 24 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
01 May 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
08 May 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
15 May 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
22 May 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
31 Jul 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
07 Aug 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
14 Aug 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
21 Aug 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
28 Aug 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
04 Sep 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
11 Sep 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
18 Sep 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
02 Oct 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
09 Oct 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
16 Oct 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
23 Oct 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
30 Oct 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
06 Nov 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
13 Nov 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
20 Nov 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
27 Nov 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
11 Dec 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
18 Dec 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 10 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2596 |
ENQUIRE |
28 Dec 2022 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 10 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2596 |
ENQUIRE |
08 Jan 2023 |
Sharktastic |
Male |
Route: Sharktastic, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
15 Jan 2023 |
Sharktastic |
Male |
Route: Sharktastic, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
22 Jan 2023 |
Sharktastic |
Male |
Route: Sharktastic, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
29 Jan 2023 |
South Central Atolls |
Male |
Route: South Central Atolls, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2213 |
ENQUIRE |
05 Feb 2023 |
Deep South & Southern Sharks |
Kooddoo |
Route: Deep South & Southern Sharks, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2569 |
ENQUIRE |
12 Feb 2023 |
Deep South & Southern Sharks |
Gan |
Route: Deep South & Southern Sharks, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2569 |
ENQUIRE |
26 Feb 2023 |
Deep South & Southern Sharks |
Gan |
Route: Deep South & Southern Sharks, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2569 |
ENQUIRE |
05 Mar 2023 |
Deep South & Southern Sharks |
Kooddoo |
Route: Deep South & Southern Sharks, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2569 |
ENQUIRE |
12 Mar 2023 |
Deep South & Southern Sharks |
Gan |
Route: Deep South & Southern Sharks, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2569 |
ENQUIRE |
19 Mar 2023 |
South Central Atolls |
Kooddoo |
Route: South Central Atolls, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2348 |
ENQUIRE |
26 Mar 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£2068 |
ENQUIRE |
02 Apr 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
09 Apr 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
16 Apr 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 20 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
23 Apr 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
30 Apr 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1933 |
ENQUIRE |
07 May 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
14 May 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
21 May 2023 |
The Best of the Maldives |
Male |
Route: The Best of the Maldives, 7 Nights. 26 spaces available. 30+ Logged Dives. |
£1780 |
ENQUIRE |
Dive info
Diving in the Maldives is influenced by the seasons. The quality of individual dive sites and marine parks is determined by the ebb and flow of seasonal currents, which in turn affects both the underwater visibility and the marine life. Liveaboards follow these seasonal variations, taking divers to the best sites for the time of the year.
Regaldive operate a range of liveaboards throughout the Maldives. These include classic itineraries following established routes out of Male to new itineraries in remote atolls where the dive sites have only recently been established. Maldivian Liveaboards are supported by a ‘dive dhoni’ where all dives are conducted from. The dhoni carries all cylinders, equipment and compressors.
Classic Liveaboards out of Male
Over the past thirty years, an incredible range of world class dive sites have been charted and explored in the atolls surrounding the capital, Male. MV Emperor Voyager, MV Emperor Atoll, MV Emperor Serenity, MV Emperor Leo, MV Emperor Virgo, MV Keana, MY Mariana, MV Ari Queen, MV Carpe Diem and MV Carpe Vita visit many of the Maldives best known dive sites following a flexible itinerary that take account of local diving conditions. The boats will generally operate in both North and South Male atoll, Felidhu and Ari atoll and some operate a limited number of special trips further afield.
Liveaboard Itineraries Beyond Male
Recent years have seen access to some remote atolls in the Maldives improve dramatically. Regaldive feature liveaboards that cover these exciting new atolls, ranging from Haa-Alifu in the far north, to Huvadhoo in the far south. These atolls represent the new ‘frontiers’ of diving in the Maldives and lie well beyond traditional tourist maps.
Far South Meemu Atoll
Meemu, Thaa and Laamu atolls are 3 of the 5 most southerly atolls and MY Sheena, under the expert management of Werner Lau, offers an exhilarating itinerary from the island of Filitheyo. Challenging drift dives make up the majority of the 3 daily dives available on MY Sheena; as many of these islands are yet to be fully dived and explored, some of the dives will be semi-exploratory, suiting divers looking to document some untouched sites in search for the unknown.
Liveaboard and Island Combinations Tailormade
We offer tailormade holidays to the Maldives. This means that we can organise your holiday based on your requirements. We can also offer a twin centre option of a liveaboard and island based holiday in the Maldives.
Alternatively, many guests choose to combine the incredible sights in Sri Lanka with either an island or liveaboard in the Maldives.
For Sri Lanka options, click here
Diving
Diving in the Maldives can be challenging, and as such it is recommended that divers have a minimum qualification of PADI Advanced or equivalent, with 40+ logged dives, although experienced Open Water divers are not precluded. M/Y Sheena requires a minimum of 60 logged dives but exceptions on diving experience may be made on request in certain circumstances. Due to the diving area and profile from March 2019 a Nitrox certification is mandatory to join a trip. It's possible to complete this on board (local payment) the M/Y Sheena.
Diving is encouraged to be undertaken in individual self-sufficient buddy teams and small groups, though you may of course choose to follow the guide for ease of navigation.
GROUPS
Get the liveaboard experience from land with our new small group trip - Dive & Detox Maldives. Staying at the Boutique Resort, it's the perfect base for diving with manta rays and whale sharks.
Click here for GROUP LIVEABOARD OFFERS
Flight Options
Emirates via Dubai from Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. Other regional departures may be available; supplement may apply. Regaldive's prices are currently based on Emirates. Supplements may or may not apply for other airlines dependant on seat availability.
Sri Lankan via Colombo from Heathrow, Qatar Airways via Doha from Heathrow and Manchester, Oman Air via Muscat from Heathrow, British Airways from Gatwick.
Charter Flights: Flights are direct, once a week for 7 and 14 night durations, usually flying overnight on outbound. Charter flight days may not match all the liveaboard departure days, with the exception of Carpe Diem.
Internal transfers to your liveaboard
Your boat is reached either by sea plane, speedboat transfer or internal flight from Male airport. Transfers are organised as part of your holiday package, unless requested otherwise.
Seaplane and Boat Transfers
Most liveaboards that opearate out of Male will organise a transfer using a dhoni that will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to the baot. Liveaboards operating from other areas will have a either a speedbaot transfer, seaplane or pressurised flight.
If you are transferring by seaplane you should be aware of the following:
- Seaplanes do not operate a fixed departure schedule, but are planned daily according to the islands / boats requirements. The planning is carried out locally 24 hours in advance.
- Seaplanes often pick up and drop off guests from a number of islands on a single transfer run.
- Seaplanes only operate during daylight hours, generally 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.
- You may have to wait for a short duration after arriving in Male. On departing, the islands will transfer you back to Male as late a local logistics on that day will allow.
- On departing your island resort your return seaplane transfer time will be confirmed the day before departure by your resort.
- If you have a late international flight departing home, it is highly advisable you ask Regaldive to reserve a day use package for you at the Hulhule hotel.
- Seaplanes are not pressurised flights.
- Seaplanes typically operate a strict weight policy of 20kg for hold luggage.
- Excess luggage is currently $2 per kilo to the island and $4 perkilo on the return.
Inter Atoll Flights - Haa Alifu
Transfers to Haa-Alifu in the North involve an internal pressurised flight from Male. This is arranged and costed as part of your travel package to the north of the Maldives, unless otherwise requested.
Hulhule Airport Hotel - Day use & overnights
International and internal flight schedules occasionally make fairly long connection times in Male Airport inevitable. The Hulehule Airport hotel offers inexpensive day packages to non-residents for use of their beach, pool, showers, left luggage and other facilities. Pre-booked packages are available with Regaldive, for day use with and without a room, and overnight stays (refer to separate webpage on Hulehule Airport hotel).
Passports
Passengers travelling to the Maldives must have six months valid on their passport from the date of return to the UK.
Visas
A free 30 day permit is given to British travellers on arrival in Male. Other nationalities should consult their consular website.
Vaccinations
Vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed before departure. For the most up to date advice please consult your travel clinic or local GP. Further information regarding vaccinations for travel to this country can be found at www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk. There are no compulsory vaccinations for travel to the Maldives, but we recommend protection against typhoid, tetanus, hepatitis A and polio.
Itineraries
The Best of the Maldives
Other itineraries may be available for full charter - please contact us for more information.
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