Emperor Elite, Egypt
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EUR 1,200 per trip
4.6
Excellent5 reviews
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- NitroxFree
- Wi-FiFree
- EquipmentSurcharge
Rental - Groups orYes
Charters
- Fleet name
- Year built2006
- Length38
- Width8
- Capacity26
- MaterialWood
Emperor Elite liveaboard is a purpose-built yacht that takes guests on a proper diving adventure in the Red Sea. This Egyptian liveaboard is 37 meters long and 8 meters wide, catering to 26 guests with comfort in comfortable cabins. There are eight standard twin-berth cabins on the lower deck, three premium twin cabins distributed over different decks, a double junior suite on the lower deck, and since 2017, an executive suite on the upper deck. All cabins have en-suite facilities with independent air conditioning and flat-screen TV; all these amenities-three towels and a bathrobe per guest-have been thought about in order to make the guests feel comfortable during the whole stay.
This vessel has got several social areas for the guests to relax in, aside from diving. Three broad sundecks allow ample space to sunbathe or lounge in chairs and drown the lazy hours. The presence of two bars aboard acts as the center of social congregation since all divers would narrate and share their experiences in a very friendly atmosphere. The air-conditioning salon and a specific dining room are also there for comfortable meetings. Meals are provided in buffet style in the dining room, with a choice of international, Italian and Egyptian. Complimentary red wine is provided for dinner, whilst fruit and biscuits are always available from the snack bar. Special diets can be catered for if advised in advance. Wi-Fi is available on board, though signal strength is dependent upon availability.
Some of the most famous dives in Egypt can be done on dives from this liveaboard: Brothers Islands, Elphinstone, Daedalus Reef, the Ulysses, and the well-known wreck of Thistlegorm. The dive deck is very well-appointed with a large platform allowing comfortable access and preparation. Nitrox is available for certified divers to give an added dimension to the dives by allowing longer bottom times. Besides, technical diving will also be made possible on request. The yacht is fully equipped with complete diving equipment, and two big RIBs with outboard motors are provided for diving trips.
This Egypt liveaboard offers a perfect combination of comfort, safety, and access to renowned dive sites in the Red Sea, promising an unforgettable journey beneath the surface
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- 20% will be required within 3 days after the booking confirmation to secure the booking
- 100% will be required in 65 days prior to the embarkation date
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- 100% will be charged if cancelled in 63 days before the embarkation date
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CabinsView deck plan
Twin Cabin
- Size
- 10.0
- Deck
- Lower Deck
- Bedding
- Twin Beds
- Max occupancy
- 2 Guests
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Aircon
- Aircon
- Number of Cabins
- 8 Cabins
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
- Size
- 12.0
- Deck
- Main Deck
- Bedding
- Twin / Double (Convertible)
- Max occupancy
- 2 Guests
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Aircon
- Aircon
- Number of Cabins
- 1 Cabin
The main deck twin cabin is approx. 12sqm with a large window, twin beds which can be converted to a double bed on request, individually controlled air con and a mini fridge. Ensuite bathroom with shower and 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Twin / Double Cabin
- Size
- 9.0
- Deck
- Upper Deck
- Bedding
- Twin / Double (Convertible)
- Max occupancy
- 2 Guests
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Aircon
- Aircon
- Number of Cabins
- 2 Cabins
Upper deck twin cabins are approx. 9sqm with large windows, twin beds which can be converted to a double bed on request, individually controlled air con and a mini fridge. Ensuite bathroom with shower and 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Executive Suite
- Size
- 28.0
- Deck
- Upper Deck
- Bedding
- Double Bed
- Max occupancy
- 2 Guests
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Aircon
- Aircon
- Number of Cabins
- 1 Cabin
Executive Suite is located on the upper deck and measures approx. 28sqm with large windows, king-sized double bed, individually controlled air con, 42” flat screen TV (USB connection) and a mini fridge. Ensuite bathroom with separate shower room. 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Junior Suite
- Deck
- Upper Deck
- Bedding
- Double Bed
- Max occupancy
- 2 Guests
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Aircon
- Aircon
- Number of Cabins
- 1 Cabin
Junior Suite is located on the upper deck and measures approx. 19sqm with panoramic windows, king-sized double bed, individually controlled air con, 32” flat screen TV (USB connection) and a mini fridge. Ensuite bathroom with separate shower room. 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
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Emperor Elite Reviews
4.6
Excellent5 reviews
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N. Jill
4
Good boat, needs a little attention to some detail Verified review
Emperor Elite has a good crew. Lucy does great briefings and Tiger was a great guide. The crew were very helpful and friendly. The food was very good. It would have been nice to have larger plates of salad. As soon as you take your last mouthful, your plate is whipped away and it felt you must rush and get out of the dining area. That could be looked at. As you go downstairs to the cabins you walk straight into a very messy linen cupboard with laundry etc in bags that spills out into the passage. Not a good first impression. Our cabin was comfortable, but the sheets were bobbly and new linen is needed to be bought. We had to ask for blankets/duvet. The cabin number two smelled badly of fuel on the first and last night as we were docked at the port. It is right next to the engines. So choose a different cabin. On the whole it is a good boat, there are just things that need to be changed. Lastly the meet and greet / transfer should have an English speaking representative who tells you what’s happening.
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G. Marika
4.5
Best way to celebrate the new year!Verified review
Of all the liveaboards I've been on, this one had the best group of divers - everyone really integrated so mealtime was always fun! This time of year was very cold for me - even with a two-piece 5mm wetsuit sometimes with rashie, hood, gloves and socks. I think if you get cold easily, it's best to wait until warmer months. Either way, the dives were really nice and I had a really great time celebrating New Year to making new friends. The cabins were quite noisy from the engine and having the kitchen directly above us, but I still slept well every night. I didn't enjoy diving from the zodiac so much, especially because the ride back to the yacht was very windy and cold. The food was just fantastic! Delicious falafels ☺︎
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It's a great opportunity to discover the southernmost and the most remote reef systems starting from Port Ghalib. The relaxing cruise allows making up to 21 dives in seven days. Be ready for coral gardens, overhangs, walls, and swim-throughs. Reef grey sharks, barracudas, snappers, and butterflyfish will be your marine life.
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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 in order 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
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A route that includes the most iconic sites in the southern Red Sea: Big and Little Brothers, Daedalus Reef, and Elphinstone. Wall diving against an ornate backdrop of vibrant soft corals and gorgonian forests, featuring pelagic hammerhead sharks, tuna, barracudas, and sometimes mantas.
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 consideration adaptation to plans according to weather and conditions with the experienced crew aboard. Southern Solitude
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 his 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
Marine Life
The Red Sea is known to be inhabited by hammerheads, silvertip sharks, turtles, dolphins, and Napoleons, among many more. St. Johns are home to shoals of snappers and butterflyfish, where large pelagics are known at Daedalus and the Brothers, while reef sharks and moray eels are drawn to Elphinstone's coral walls. Every location is unique in its specific ecosystem and will thus be different between the various itineraries
Best Time to Dive
The Red Sea is an all-year-round destination, depending on what kind of diving or marine life the customer would prefer to see. Cooler months-22-25°C-from November to March have quieter sites and moderate water temperatures. Warmer waters are from April to June, and on top of that, mantas are possible. The summer months provide the best shoaling fish viewings, but the air temperature heats noticeably. Between September and November, the waters are still warm and the air temperature is pleasant enough for perfect conditions for a wide variety of marine life sightings