Emperor Elite Liveaboard, Egypt
4.6Excellent5 verified reviewsThe MV Emperor Elite liveaboard is known for its contemporary comfort and diving-focused design. This steel-hulled boat features a range of cabin options, spacious social areas, complimentary Nitrox, and dedicated facilities for both technical diving and underwater photography. The liveaboard Emperor Elite sails some of Egypt most iconic sites, including the Brothers, Daedalus, and Elphinstone reefs.
Cabins
All 13 cabins are air-conditioned, feature ensuite bathrooms, and provide towel service. Beds range from single twins to king-sized double beds. Solo travellers can benefit from a single traveller's guarantee, avoiding single supplements where possible.
Twin Cabin
Located on both upper and lower decks, these cabins measure between 9-12 sqm and include twin beds, ensuite bathrooms with showers, individually controlled air conditioning, and windows. Hairdryers are available on request.
Twin / Double Cabin
The main deck cabin has twin beds that can be arranged as a double. It includes a window, an ensuite bathroom, and individually controlled A/C.
Executive Suite
The upper deck Executive Suite is approximately 28 sqm and includes a king-sized double bed, two sofas, a flat screen smart TV, an exclusive Wi-Fi router, large windows, and an ensuite bathroom with a separate shower room and dressing area.
Junior Suite
The Junior Suite measures around 19 sqm and is also on the upper deck. It offers panoramic views through large windows, a king-sized bed, sofa bed, flat screen TV, and an ensuite bathroom with a separate shower room.
Boat Interior
The main deck houses an air-conditioned dining room and a contemporary lounge area with sofas and a 55″ LCD Smart TV. Locally stocked bars are located on both the main and upper decks. A coffee bar offers espresso, latte, and cappuccino. The sun deck is fitted with deckchairs, bean bags, sunbeds, and tables.
Dive Deck
The dive platform measures 6.5m by 8m and connects to a spacious dive deck equipped with three Bauer compressors. Two zodiacs are available for dive transfers. Dive tanks include 12L aluminum and optional 15L steel tanks. Nitrox is offered free of charge. Equipment rental must be arranged in advance. Camera-friendly features include a camera table, charging stations, rinse tanks, and air gun.
Safety
Safety systems include centralized fire detection, battery backup alarms, fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide monitors, AED, oxygen, life jackets, fire blankets, and life rafts. Weekly drills are conducted, and night watch is maintained.
Itinerary
The MV Emperor Elite Red Sea itinerary includes dive safaris to Brothers, Daedalus, and Elphinstone. These offshore reef systems are known for pelagic species, vibrant coral structures, and challenging conditions suitable for experienced divers.
When to go
The Red Sea dive season runs year-round, with peak conditions typically found from late spring through early autumn.
Choose your departure date
Scheduled trips and booking options can be explored through secure online platforms with support available via live chat.
Boat Specification
The boat is equipped with the necessary items to make your diving holiday comfortable.
Dive Facilities
Two experienced guides accompany each trip. Courses and technical diving options are available. A dive computer, SMB, and torch are mandatory for all divers.
Boat Navigation & Safety
Navigation equipment includes radar, GPS, VHF radio, and additional safety systems such as fire alarms and emergency flares.
Food & Drinks
Meals are served buffet-style, offering chicken, fish, beef, and vegetarian options, with snacks like cookies, fresh fruit, and cakes available between dives. Tea, coffee, soft drinks, and drinking water are included. Red wine is served with dinner. Beer and other alcoholic drinks can be purchased onboard. Guests with allergies or special diets should inform the crew in advance.
Onboard Facilities
The vessel includes a coffee bar, sun deck, and air-conditioned common areas. Espresso, cappuccino, and latte are served at the upper deck bar.
Photographer Facilities
Amenities for underwater photographers include an indoor camera station, dedicated rinse tanks, charging points, and air blowers
Cabins
Twin Cabin
Twin Cabin
Twin Cabin
Size:10 m2
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:8 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Lower deck twin berth cabins are approx. 10sqm with port holes, twin beds and individually controlled air con. Ensuite bathroom with shower and 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Twin / Double Cabin
Twin / Double Cabin
Twin / Double Cabin
Size:12 m2
Deck:Main Deck
Bedding:Twin / Double (Convertible)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Main deck twin cabin is approx. 12sqm with a large window, twin beds which can be converted to a double bed on request and individually controlled air con. Ensuite bathroom with shower and 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Twin / Double Cabin
Twin / Double Cabin
Twin / Double Cabin
Size:9 m2
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Twin / Double (Convertible)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:2 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Upper deck twin cabins are approx. 9sqm with large windows, twin beds with individually controlled air con. Ensuite bathroom with shower and 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Executive Suite
Executive Suite
Executive Suite
Size:28 m2
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Double Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- TV in Cabins
- Towels
- Toiletries
Executive Suite is located on the upper deck and measures approx. 28sqm with large windows, king-sized double bed, 2 sofas (1 converts to a full-size single bed), dual air con, flat screen smart TV (USB connection) and an exclusive WiFi router on the writing desk. Ensuite bathroom with separate shower room and dressing table. 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Double Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- TV in Cabins
- Towels
- Toiletries
Junior Suite is located on the upper deck and measures approx. 19sqm with panoramic windows, king-sized double bed, a sofa that converts into a full-size single bed, individually controlled air con, and a 32” flat screen TV (USB connection). Ensuite bathroom with separate shower room. 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Boat Specification
Dive Facilities
- Warm Water Showers
- Rebreather Support
- Compressors
- Rinse Hosts
- Tenders for Diving
- Tech Diving
- Dive Deck
Boat navigation & safety
Full safety
Food & Drinks
- Western Food
- Local Food
- Dietary Restrictions
- Buffet Style
- Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
- Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
- Snacks All Day
Onboard Facilities
- Audio & Video Entertainment
- Air Conditioned Saloon
- Sun Deck
- Sun Loungers
- Open Air Saloon
- Indoor Saloon
- Bar
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Photographer Facilities
- Camera & Photography Station
- Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
- Camera Table
- Charging Stations
Frequently Asked Questions About Emperor Elite
What will I see if I choose St. Johns & Fury Shoals Reef Systems itinerary?
Finally, the route commonly drops towards Southern sites like Abu Dabab or Sha'ab Sharm, popular with white-tip reef sharks. Fury Shoals brings up such spectacular sights as Sha'ab Claude with its complicated swim-throughs and Abu Galawa Soraya with its glassfish and small wreck. St. John's enjoys a massive reef system next to the Sudanese border area. The best known are Habili Ali, which has huge gorgonians and frequent sightings of hammerheads, and Habili Gafaar, with its reef covered in soft corals and snappers.
This trip may also include, if conditions permit, Rocky and Zabargad Islands. The dives on the last day are usually around the Elphinstone Reef or close by at Abu Dabab, just to return home more relaxed. Making dive site selection flexible by weather and marine life considerations is yet another hallmark of this adaptive, rewarding itinerary
What is included in Simply the Best itinerary onboard of Emperor Elite?
The Brother Islands rise almost vertically from the depths and provide plenty of variety: exploring coral-encrusted wrecks such as the Aida II and Numidia, for example. Grey reef sharks and Napoleon wrasse are common sightings here. Daedalus Reef is the furthest offshore and has sheer drop-offs, pristine hard corals, and regular schooling hammerheads. Elphinstone adds dramatic cliffs, overhangs, and caves with colorful coral walls. Resident napoleons, groupers, and reef sharks are commonly seen.
This is a great itinerary for those who want diverse marine experiences-from colorful coral walls to pelagic species into considering adaptation to plans according to weather and conditions with the experienced crew aboard.
Southern Solitude is tailored to divers who like quieter seas. Southern Solitude does things a bit differently by offering timeless sites at less crowded times. The 21+ dives itinerary features Elphinstone, Daedalus, St. Johns, and the seldom-visited Rocky and Zabargad Islands.
Port Ghalib checks dive at Elphinstone, then to Daedalus with its deep walls and pelagic life. Rocky and Zabargad, the remote and scenic reefs where you often don't see any other divers, then to Fury Shoals and St. Johns. Stop sites would include secluded sites selected by the guides of picturesque reefs with abundant marine life.
The last days are spent with offshore diving, staying down as long as possible before returning to port. This cruise blends the tranquility many are seeking with the action of varied marine encounters and offers something different for even the most seasoned diver
What is the program of the Emperor Elite liveaboard day by day?
What famous sites are included in the program of Emperor Elite liveaboard?
The Brother Islands are rich in biodiversity, featuring soft coral-covered walls and steep drop-offs. Divers may encounter large pelagics, thresher sharks, and manta rays, and explore wrecks such as the Aida II and Numidia. Daedalus Reef presents dramatic wall diving, pristine hard coral formations, and the chance to see schooling hammerheads. Elphinstone is known for strong currents, colorful coral coverage, and marine encounters including dolphins, oceanic white tips, and hammerheads.
Where are the departure and arrival locations?
What is included in the Emperor Elite liveaboard trip price? Are there extra fees?
Extras not included in the price are flights, visas, non-standard transfers, diving gear rental, 15L tanks, laundry service, and specialty drinks
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South & St. Johns (7 nights) (Port Ghalib-Port Ghalib)
Included
- Accommodation (last night either on board or in a hotel)
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft beverages, red wine with dinner
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox (subject to availability)
- Environmental tax
- Marine park fees and port departure fees
- Scheduled group transfer nearest airport - yacht - nearest airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route. Sailing to the southernmost reefs, you'll depart from Marsa Ghalib Port and dive some sites to the South before sailing overnight to your southernmost point in the St. John's area. Depending on the weather, government approval and marine life sightings in recent weeks, we may sail to the southernmost islands of Rocky and Zabargad, or we'll moor instead in the vast reef system of St John's to begin the adventure in the South.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
- Arrival to Hurghada International Airport or Marsa Alam Airport.
- On arrival, you will be met outside the airport arrivals hall.
- Hotel pick-up time can be arranged.
- Approximate transfer times depend on the number of stops on route.
- Complementary transfers are on a shared basis for all Emperor guests transferring between airports/resorts/boats
- Boat's crew will arrange your transfer to the boat or to the local hotel
Dive sites you’ll see
Southern Solitude (7 nights) (Port Ghalib-Port Ghalib)
Included
- Accommodation (last night either on board or in a hotel)
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft beverages, red wine with dinner
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox (subject to availability)
- Environmental tax
- Marine park fees and port departure fees
- Scheduled group transfer nearest airport - yacht - nearest airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route. Sailing to the southernmost reefs, you'll depart from Marsa Ghalib Port and dive some sites to the South before sailing overnight to your southernmost point in the St. John's area. Depending on the weather, government approval and marine life sightings in recent weeks, we may sail to the southernmost islands of Rocky and Zabargad, or we'll moor instead in the vast reef system of St John's to begin the adventure in the South.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
- Arrival to Hurghada International Airport or Marsa Alam Airport.
- On arrival, you will be met outside the airport arrivals hall.
- Hotel pick-up time can be arranged.
- Approximate transfer times depend on the number of stops on route.
- Complementary transfers are on a shared basis for all Emperor guests transferring between airports/resorts/boats
- Boat's crew will arrange your transfer to the boat or to the local hotel
Dive sites you’ll see
Reefs & Wrecks (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night either on board or in a hotel)
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft beverages, red wine with dinner
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox (subject to availability)
- Environmental tax
- Marine park fees and port departure fees
- Scheduled group transfer nearest airport - yacht - nearest airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route. This itinerary presents the best of both worlds, where you visit famous wrecks in the northern Red Sea along with some stunning reef diving.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
- Arrival to Hurghada International Airport.
- On arrival, you will be met outside the airport arrivals hall.
- Hotel pick-up time can be arranged.
- Approximate transfer times depend on the number of stops on route.
- Complimentary transfers are on a shared basis for all Emperor guests transferring between airports/resorts/boats"
- Boat's crew will arrange your transfer to the boat or to the local hotel
Simply the Best (7 nights) (Port Ghalib-Port Ghalib)
Included
- Accommodation (last night either on board or in a hotel)
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft beverages, red wine with dinner
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox (subject to availability)
- Environmental tax
- Marine park fees and port departure fees
- Scheduled group transfer nearest airport - yacht - nearest airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
- Arrival to Hurghada International Airport or Marsa Alam Airport.
- On arrival, you will be met outside the airport arrivals hall.
- Hotel pick-up time can be arranged.
- Approximate transfer times depend on the number of stops on route.
- Complimentary transfers are on a shared basis for all Emperor guests transferring between airports/resorts/boats
- Boat's crew will arrange your transfer to the boat or to the local hotel
Dive sites you’ll see
Deadalus, Fury & Elphinstone (7 nights) (Port Ghalib-Port Ghalib)
Included
- Accommodation (last night either on board or in a hotel)
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft beverages, red wine with dinner
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox (subject to availability)
- Environmental tax
- Marine park fees and port departure fees
- Scheduled group transfer nearest airport - yacht - nearest airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
- Arrival to Hurghada International Airport or Marsa Alam Airport.
- On arrival, you will be met outside the airport arrivals hall.
- Hotel pick-up time can be arranged.
- Approximate transfer times depend on the number of stops on route.
- Complimentary transfers are on a shared basis for all Emperor guests transferring between airports/resorts/boats
- Boat's crew will arrange your transfer to the boat or to the local hotel
Dive sites you’ll see
Safaga, Brothers & Elphinstone (7 nights) (Port Ghalib-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night either on board or in a hotel)
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft beverages, red wine with dinner
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox (subject to availability)
- Environmental tax
- Marine park fees and port departure fees
- Scheduled group transfer nearest airport - yacht - nearest airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route. The area around Safaga has some great diving, the best being the offshore reefs of Panorama Reef, Middle Reef and Abu Kafan. Some divers say this area equals the great sites of Ras Mohamed. The diving offers a combination of shallow reef dives and drop-offs, as well as the famous wreck of the Salem Express.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
- Arrival to Hurghada International Airport or Marsa Alam Airport.
- On arrival, you will be met outside the airport arrivals hall.
- Hotel pick-up time can be arranged.
- Approximate transfer times depend on the number of stops on route.
- Complimentary transfers are on a shared basis for all Emperor guests transferring between airports/resorts/boats
- Boat's crew will arrange your transfer to the boat or to the local hotel
