Emperor Serenity Liveaboard, Maldives
Emperor Serenity is a four-deck Maldives liveaboard operating diving itineraries across the Maldives. The 40 m fibreglass vessel accommodates up to 26 guests in 13 ensuite cabins.
Boat Interior
The main deck features an air-conditioned lounge with sofas, a TV, books, board games, and music and movie libraries. A dining area and internationally stocked bar are also located on the main deck.
Outdoor relaxation areas are arranged across the teak deck, upper deck, and sun deck with deckchairs, sunbeds, and beanbags available throughout the vessel. Wi-Fi data packages are available for purchase onboard.
Cabin Types
Accommodation is arranged across 13 ensuite cabins located on the upper, main, and lower decks. All cabins include individually controlled air conditioning, towels, and hairdryers available on request.
Double Bed Cabin
Double Bed Cabins are located on the lower deck and measure approximately 8.5 m². Cabins include portholes, a double bed, and an ensuite bathroom measuring approximately 4 to 5 m².
Twin Bed Cabin
Twin Bed Cabins are located on the lower deck and measure approximately 10.5 to 13.5 m². Cabins are arranged with one double bed and one single bed and include portholes together with ensuite bathrooms measuring approximately 4 to 5 m².
Suite Twin
Suite Twin cabins are located on the main deck and measure approximately 22 m². Cabins feature a king-sized double bed, one single bed, windows, and ensuite bathrooms measuring approximately 4 m².
Suite Twin
Suite Twin cabins are located on the upper deck and measure approximately 17.5 m². Cabins feature a king-sized double bed, one single bed, windows, and ensuite bathrooms measuring approximately 5.5 m².
Twin Bed Cabin
Twin Bed Cabins are located on the upper deck and measure approximately 11 m². Cabins are arranged with one double bed and one single bed and include windows together with ensuite bathrooms measuring approximately 4.5 m².
Double Cabin
Double Cabins are located on the upper deck and measure approximately 11 m². Cabins include a double bed, windows, and ensuite bathrooms measuring approximately 4.5 m².
Dive Deck
Diving operations are conducted from a dedicated 24 m dhoni staffed by 3 crew members and equipped with compressors, dive towels, charging stations, rinse tanks, an air gun, and a camera table.
Standard tanks are S80 11.1-litre aluminium cylinders, while C100 13.2-litre tanks are available on request. Nitrox up to 32% is available via a membrane system, subject to availability.
Equipment rental and diving courses can be arranged before arrival. All divers are required to use a dive computer, SMB, reef hook, and torch for night dives.
Safety and Navigation
Navigation and communication equipment includes a GPS chart plotter, VHF/CB radio, satellite phone, and mobile communication systems.
Safety equipment includes life jackets, fire alarms, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide monitors, firefighting systems, fire blankets, auto and manual extinguishers, oxygen, comprehensive First Aid equipment, AED units, and night watch monitoring.
Dive briefings are conducted before dives.
Non-diving Activities
Non-diving guests may participate in snorkelling activities where itinerary and conditions permit. Between dives, guests can relax in the air-conditioned lounge, outdoor deck areas, and sun deck spaces throughout the vessel.
Films, books, music, and board games are available onboard. Land visits may be arranged depending on the itinerary and conditions.
Itineraries
Itineraries include 7-night schedules with up to 17 dives, including 1 night dive, operating across North Male Atoll, South Male Atoll, Ari Atoll, Rasdhoo Atoll, and Vaavu Atoll.
Dive conditions may include channels, pinnacles, reef systems, cleaning stations, and drift dives with currents that can be unpredictable and strong. Marine life sightings may include manta rays, whale sharks, nurse sharks, grey reef sharks, reef fish, turtles, morays, eagle rays, fusiliers, trevally, blue line snapper, and macro life.
Selected itineraries may include dives at sites such as Fish Head and Alimatha in Vaavu Atoll. Diving is conducted from a dhoni to provide precise entry and exit points at dive sites.
Advanced Open Water certification is recommended, particularly as many dives may exceed 18 m depth. PADI Discover Scuba Diving, Advanced Open Water, Adventure Dives, Nitrox Diver, and specialty courses are available onboard. Discover Best of Maldives itineraries are also available for beginners and non-divers, with routes and dive site selections adapted to suit mixed experience levels.
Dive sites and routes remain flexible and may change according to weather conditions and the discretion of the captain and cruise director.
When to Go
The Maldives experiences warm tropical conditions throughout the year, with air temperatures generally ranging between 25°C and 30°C and water temperatures usually remaining between 27°C and 30°C.
Conditions vary between monsoon seasons, bringing changes in rainfall, visibility, currents, and sea conditions across different itineraries.
Boat for Photographers
Photography facilities onboard include charging stations, rinse tanks, a camera table, and an air gun located on the diving dhoni. Guests are advised not to leave charging equipment unattended inside cabins or onboard areas
Cabins
Double Bed Cabin
Double Bed Cabin
Double Bed Cabin
Size:8.5 m2
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Double Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:3 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Double bedded cabins are approx. 8.5sqm, with port holes and individually controlled aircon. Ensuite bathroom with shower, approx. 4-5sqm, 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available on request
Twin Bed Cabin
Twin Bed Cabin
Twin Bed Cabin
Size:13.5 m2
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Double Bed + Twin Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:5 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Twin berth cabins are approx. 10.5-13.5sqm with port holes, double and single bed and individually controlled air con. Ensuite bathroom with shower, approx. 4-5sqm. 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available on request
Suite Twin
Suite Twin
Suite Twin
Size:22 m2
Deck:Main Deck
Bedding:Double Bed + Twin Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:2 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Main deck suites are approx. 22sqm with windows, a king-sized double and single bed and individually controlled air con. Ensuite bathroom with shower, approx. 4sqm, 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available on request
Suite Twin
Suite Twin
Suite Twin
Size:17.5 m2
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Double Bed + Twin Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:2 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Upper deck suites are approx. 17.5sqm with windows, a king-sized double, a single bed and individually controlled air con. Ensuite bathroom with shower, approx. 5.5sqm, 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available on request
Twin Bed Cabin
Twin Bed Cabin
Twin Bed Cabin
Size:11 m2
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Upper deck cabin approx. 11sqm with windows, a double, single bed and individually controlled air con. Ensuite bathroom with shower, approx. 4.5sqm, 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available on request
Double Cabin
Double Cabin
Double Cabin
Size:11 m2
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Double Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:1 Cabin
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Upper deck cabin approx. 11sqm with windows, a double bed, individually controlled air con. Ensuite bathroom with shower, approx. 4.5sqm, 2 cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers available on request
Boat Specification
Dive Facilities
- Warm Water Showers
- Rebreather Support
- Compressors
- Rinse Hosts
- Tenders for Diving
- Dive Deck
- DIN Adaptors
- Personal Storage Space
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
- Child Friendly
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
- Land Excursions
Photographer Facilities
- Camera & Photography Station
- Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
- Camera Table
- Charging Stations
Frequently Asked Questions About Emperor Serenity
What is included in the Emperor Serenity liveaboard trip price? Are there extra fees?
Accommodation is based on either a private booking or a same sex cabin share, allowing solo travelers to join without paying a supplement. Fresh cabin towels are supplied, and hairdryers are provided on request. Up to four dive guides assist divers, and use of the 24m diving dhoni is already included. Additional costs apply for alcoholic drinks such as wine, beer, cocktails, and spirits. WiFi data packages can be purchased, and dive equipment rental is available with prior arrangement. The vessel also provides dedicated camera facilities to support underwater photographers
What famous sites are included in the program of Emperor Serenity liveaboard?
At Alimatha in Vaavu Atoll, a night dive allows close encounters with nurse sharks, sometimes over three metres long. This itinerary mixes reef dives with larger pelagic encounters, with opportunities for drift diving through channels where currents attract marine life.
Between July and October, the Hanifaru & North itineraries include Baa, Lhaviyani, and Raa atolls, with manta cleaning stations and snorkeling at Hanifaru Bay UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The season offers higher chances of manta and whale shark sightings, sometimes with even more shark sightings at sites like Kuredu Express. Other highlights include Rasdhoo Atoll for reef sharks and North Male’s Lankan Manta Point.
The boat spends time around local islands during longer routes, creating variety in the journey. Guests can relax between dives in the open air dining area or on the large sun deck while reviewing images at the camera station
How do I book an Emperor Serenity liveaboard cruise, and what’s the cancellation policy?
The cancellation policy applies to the total booking value. Reservations cancelled 60 days or more before departure incur a 20% cancellation charge. If cancelled within 60 days, the fee rises to 100% of the booking. Travelers are advised to check the terms during the reservation process to review details before confirming their trip
What is included in the Best of Maldives Itinerary onboard Emperor Serenity?
The night dive at Alimatha is a memorable moment, with numerous nurse sharks in shallow waters. On some dives, whale sharks or hammerheads may also appear. Channels such as Kandus bring strong currents ideal for drift diving, attracting both pelagic fish and reef species.
Between dives, the crew serves meals and afternoon light sandwich style snacks. Guests relax in shaded or sunny areas of the deck, or use the onboard camera facilities to prepare equipment. This flexibility ensures divers experience the Maldives’ best-known underwater sites in a comfortable setting
What will I see during Deep South Atolls of Maldives trips on Emperor Serenity?
Addu Atoll combines history and marine life, including manta cleaning stations and the HMS British Loyalty wreck. Divers also visit Demon Corner, a site well known for steady currents and shark action. Trips in this region often feature even more shark sightings compared to central itineraries.
These southern expeditions are offered from December to March, aligning with currents that attract pelagic species. Routes may adjust according to sea conditions, ensuring safety and maintaining dive quality
What is the best time to dive in the Maldives with Emperor Serenity?
For the Deep South, the peak period is January to March. During this time, strong currents in channels attract pelagics such as tiger sharks, hammerheads, and oceanic mantas. These conditions also provide thrilling drift diving experiences.
Each season offers something distinctive, whether it is manta aggregation in Baa Atoll, shark-filled channels in the south, or colorful reefs around the South Male Atolls. With itineraries covering multiple regions, divers can select routes based on preferred marine life and seasonal highlights
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Emperor Serenity Liveaboard Itineraries
The Best of the Maldives (7 nights) (Male-Male)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives/day, incl. 1 night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Government taxes and green tax
- BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Diving courses
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- GST 17% on all goods and services purchased on board
- 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.
Rasdhoo Atoll: Hammerhead Dive, Beautiful Reef with Pelagics.
North Ari Atoll: Grey Reef Sharks, Maaya Thila Night Dive, Multiple Manta Cleaning Stations.
South Ari Atoll: Whale Sharks, Beautiful Pinnacles.
South Male Atoll: Grey Reef Sharks, Eagle Rays, Other Pelagics, Beautiful Macro Wreck.
Vaavu Atoll: Beautiful channels with magical soft corals and pelagic delights. Action packed night dive with Nurse Sharks and others.
North Male Atoll: Beautiful Pinnacles.
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
- All transfers to/from the liveaboards on the check-in day (usually Saturday or Sunday) will be met at Male (Velana) International Airport by a representative, wearing an Emperor Maldives T-shirt and holding an Emperor Maldives sign.
- The meeting point is beside the Help Desk.
- Emperor arranged transfers depart from the airport to the boat at 11:00, 13:00 and 16:00 and are free of charge.
- Guests who use the 11:00 transfer accept that the boat will not be fully cleaned or ready. A light sandwich style snack will be provided for lunch.
- If you do not wish to wait for one of the above transfers or you arrive after the last transfer, taxis are available at the airport. Boat's airport representative will be happy to help you, however, please note that boarding may not be possible before 13:00. If you are already in the Maldives, you should make your way to the airport for the 16:00 transfer
- Check out is at 07:00 on the last day of the cruise and guests will be in the airport by 07:30.
- For guests continuing their holiday in the Maldives at a resort, hotel or another liveaboard, your on-going transfers need to be arranged by you from the airport
Northern Highlights (7 nights) (Male-Male)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives/day, incl. 1 night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Government taxes and green tax
- BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Diving courses
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- GST 17% on all goods and services purchased on board
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-7:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
This itinerary combines some of the best and most famous dives sites from our Best of Maldives and Hanifaru & North itineraries, creating a trip with highlights from what is generally referred to as the ‘Northern Atolls’ and it delivers exactly that.
A diverse marine mix of reef animals, hard and soft corals, abundant macro life, turtles, manta rays and various sharks await where you can get up close at the cleaning stations without disturbing the locals.
North Male offers the renowned Lankan manta point, Kandu Oiy Giri (Fish factory), and action-packed Finger point reef. North Ari offers one of the best-known dive sites, Fish Head. For a chance of regular grey reef shark sightings, it’s a visit to Rasdhoo Atoll in North Ari. Our extended 10-night trips include the best chances for whale shark and manta encounters in South Ari Atoll.
Although diving is not permitted in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hanifaru Bay, we are allowed to go in and snorkel with these gentle giants in the lagoon. After a manta has enjoyed its feed it needs to get cleaned, so we take you to known manta cleaning stations in both North Male and Baa Atoll. Hopefully, these will give you sightings all week long. Of course, sightings cannot be guaranteed but diving at this time means your chances are high.
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
- All transfers to/from the liveaboards on the check-in day (usually Saturday or Sunday) will be met at Male (Velana) International Airport by a representative, wearing an Emperor Maldives T-shirt and holding an Emperor Maldives sign.
- The meeting point is beside the Help Desk.
- Emperor arranged transfers depart from the airport to the boat at 11:00, 13:00 and 16:00 and are free of charge.
- Guests who use the 11:00 transfer accept that the boat will not be fully cleaned or ready. A light sandwich style snack will be provided for lunch.
- If you do not wish to wait for one of the above transfers or you arrive after the last transfer, taxis are available at the airport. Boat's airport representative will be happy to help you, however, please note that boarding may not be possible before 13:00.
- If you are already in the Maldives, you should make your way to the airport for the 16:00 transfer
- Check out is at 07:00 on the last day of the cruise and guests will be in the airport by 07:30.
- For guests continuing their holiday in the Maldives at a resort, hotel or another liveaboard, your on-going transfers need to be arranged by you from the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Deep South (7 nights) (Port of Gan Atoll-Kooddoo)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives/day, incl. 1 night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Government taxes and green tax
- BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Diving courses
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- GST 17% on all goods and services purchased on board
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-7:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Huvadhoo Atoll: Whale sharks at night, abundant grey reef sharks, oceanic black tip sharks, fast and exciting channel dives - don't take your eyes off the blue; silky sharks, great hammerhead sharks, mola-mola and bull sharks seen from time to time.
Foammulah Island/Atoll: Tiger sharks, oceanic manta and thresher sharks. Oceanic Island rising from the deep with incredible visibility.
Addu Atoll: The most southern atoll of the Maldives, which is located south of the equator and used to be a British Royal Air Force base.
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
- Domestic flight from Male Airport to Kadhdhoo Airport (KDO) is needed.
- You will be met by an Emperor Representative where possible and assisted with the check-in formalities for your flight.
- Check in with the domestic airline will commence 2 hrs prior to departure and will close 1 hr prior departure
- Check out is at 07:00 on the last day of the cruise and guests will be in the airport by 07:30.
- For guests continuing their holiday in the Maldives at a resort, hotel or another liveaboard, your on-going transfers need to be arranged by you from the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Deep South (7 nights) (Kooddoo-Port of Gan Atoll)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives/day, incl. 1 night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Government taxes and green tax
- BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Diving courses
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- GST 17% on all goods and services purchased on board
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-7:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Huvadhoo Atoll: Whale sharks at night, abundant grey reef sharks, oceanic black tip sharks, fast and exciting channel dives - don't take your eyes off the blue; silky sharks, great hammerhead sharks, mola-mola and bull sharks seen from time to time.
Foammulah Island/Atoll: Tiger sharks, oceanic manta and thresher sharks. Oceanic Island rising from the deep with incredible visibility.
Addu Atoll: The most southern atoll of the Maldives, which is located south of the equator and used to be a British Royal Air Force base.
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
- Domestic flight from Male Airport to Kadhdhoo Airport (KDO) is needed.
- You will be met by an Emperor Representative where possible and assisted with the check-in formalities for your flight.
- Check in with the domestic airline will commence 2 hrs prior to departure and will close 1 hr prior departure
- Check out is at 07:00 on the last day of the cruise and guests will be in the airport by 07:30.
- For guests continuing their holiday in the Maldives at a resort, hotel or another liveaboard, your on-going transfers need to be arranged by you from the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Deep South & Southern Sharks (14 nights) (Port of Gan Atoll-Male)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives/day, incl. 1 night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Government taxes and green tax
- BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Diving courses
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- GST 17% on all goods and services purchased on board
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-14:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Huvadhoo Atoll: Whale sharks at night, abundant grey reef sharks, oceanic blacktip sharks, fast and exciting channel dives - don't take your eyes off the blue; silky sharks, great hammerhead sharks, mola-mola and bull sharks seen from time to time.
Foammulah Island/Atoll: Tiger sharks, oceanic manta, and thresher sharks. Oceanic Island rising from the deep with incredible visibility.
Addu Atoll: The most southern atoll of the Maldives, which is located south of the equator and used to be a British Royal Air Force base.
Day 15:
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
- All transfers to/from the liveaboards on the check-in day (usually Saturday or Sunday) will be met at Male (Velana) International Airport by a representative, wearing an Emperor Maldives T-shirt and holding an Emperor Maldives sign.
- The meeting point is beside the Help Desk.
- Emperor arranged transfers depart from the airport to the boat at 11:00, 13:00 and 16:00 and are free of charge.
- Guests who use the 11:00 transfer accept that the boat will not be fully cleaned or ready. A light sandwich style snack will be provided for lunch.
- If you do not wish to wait for one of the above transfers or you arrive after the last transfer, taxis are available at the airport. Boat's airport representative will be happy to help you, however, please note that boarding may not be possible before 13:00.
- If you are already in the Maldives, you should make your way to the airport for the 16:00 transfer
- Check out is at 07:00 on the last day of the cruise and guests will be in the airport by 07:30.
- For guests continuing their holiday in the Maldives at a resort, hotel or another liveaboard, your on-going transfers need to be arranged by you from the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Deep South & Southern Sharks (14 nights) (Male-Port of Gan Atoll)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives/day, incl. 1 night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Government taxes and green tax
- BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Diving courses
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- GST 17% on all goods and services purchased on board
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-14:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Huvadhoo Atoll: Whale sharks at night, abundant grey reef sharks, oceanic blacktip sharks, fast and exciting channel dives - don't take your eyes off the blue; silky sharks, great hammerhead sharks, mola-mola and bull sharks seen from time to time.
Foammulah Island/Atoll: Tiger sharks, oceanic manta, and thresher sharks. Oceanic Island rising from the deep with incredible visibility.
Addu Atoll: The most southern atoll of the Maldives, which is located south of the equator and used to be a British Royal Air Force base.
Day 15:
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
- All transfers to/from the liveaboards on the check-in day (usually Saturday or Sunday) will be met at Male (Velana) International Airport by a representative, wearing an Emperor Maldives T-shirt and holding an Emperor Maldives sign.
- The meeting point is beside the Help Desk.
- Emperor arranged transfers depart from the airport to the boat at 11:00, 13:00 and 16:00 and are free of charge.
- Guests who use the 11:00 transfer accept that the boat will not be fully cleaned or ready. A light sandwich style snack will be provided for lunch.
- If you do not wish to wait for one of the above transfers or you arrive after the last transfer, taxis are available at the airport. Boat's airport representative will be happy to help you, however, please note that boarding may not be possible before 13:00.
- If you are already in the Maldives, you should make your way to the airport for the 16:00 transfer
- Check out is at 07:00 on the last day of the cruise and guests will be in the airport by 07:30.
- For guests continuing their holiday in the Maldives at a resort, hotel or another liveaboard, your on-going transfers need to be arranged by you from the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
The Best of the Maldives (10 nights) (Male-Male)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives/day, incl. 1 night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Government taxes and green tax
- BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Diving courses
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- GST 17% on all goods and services purchased on board
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-9:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Rasdhoo Atoll: Hammerhead Dive, Beautiful Reef with Pelagics.
North Ari Atoll: Grey Reef Sharks, Maaya Thila Night Dive, Multiple Manta Cleaning Stations.
South Ari Atoll: Whale Sharks, Beautiful Pinnacles.
South Male Atoll: Grey Reef Sharks, Eagle Rays, Other Pelagics, Beautiful Macro Wreck.
Vaavu Atoll: Beautiful channels with magical soft corals and pelagic delights. Action packed night dive with Nurse Sharks and others.
North Male Atoll: Beautiful Pinnacles.
Day 10:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 11:
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
- All transfers to/from the liveaboards on the check-in day (usually Saturday or Sunday) will be met at Male (Velana) International Airport by a representative, wearing an Emperor Maldives T-shirt and holding an Emperor Maldives sign.
- The meeting point is beside the Help Desk.
- Emperor arranged transfers depart from the airport to the boat at 11:00, 13:00 and 16:00 and are free of charge.
- Guests who use the 11:00 transfer accept that the boat will not be fully cleaned or ready. A light sandwich style snack will be provided for lunch.
- If you do not wish to wait for one of the above transfers or you arrive after the last transfer, taxis are available at the airport. Boat's airport representative will be happy to help you, however, please note that boarding may not be possible before 13:00.
- If you are already in the Maldives, you should make your way to the airport for the 16:00 transfer
- Check out is at 07:00 on the last day of the cruise and guests will be in the airport by 07:30.
- For guests continuing their holiday in the Maldives at a resort, hotel or another liveaboard, your on-going transfers need to be arranged by you from the airport
Northern Highlights (10 nights) (Male-Male)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives/day, incl. 1 night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Government taxes and green tax
- BBQ dinner on local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Diving courses
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- GST 17% on all goods and services purchased on board
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-10:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
This itinerary combines some of the best and most famous dives sites from our Best of Maldives and Hanifaru & North itineraries, creating a trip with highlights from what is generally referred to as the ‘Northern Atolls’ and it delivers exactly that.
A diverse marine mix of reef animals, hard and soft corals, abundant macro life, turtles, manta rays and various sharks await where you can get up close at the cleaning stations without disturbing the locals.
North Male offers the renowned Lankan manta point, Kandu Oiy Giri (Fish factory), and action-packed Finger point reef. North Ari offers one of the best-known dive sites, Fish Head. For a chance of regular grey reef shark sightings, it’s a visit to Rasdhoo Atoll in North Ari. Our extended 10-night trips include the best chances for whale shark and manta encounters in South Ari Atoll.
Although diving is not permitted in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hanifaru Bay, we are allowed to go in and snorkel with these gentle giants in the lagoon. After a manta has enjoyed its feed it needs to get cleaned, so we take you to known manta cleaning stations in both North Male and Baa Atoll. Hopefully, these will give you sightings all week long. Of course, sightings cannot be guaranteed but diving at this time means your chances are high.
Day 11:
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
- All transfers to/from the liveaboards on the check-in day (usually Saturday or Sunday) will be met at Male (Velana) International Airport by a representative, wearing an Emperor Maldives T-shirt and holding an Emperor Maldives sign.
- The meeting point is beside the Help Desk.
- Emperor arranged transfers depart from the airport to the boat at 11:00, 13:00 and 16:00 and are free of charge.
- Guests who use the 11:00 transfer accept that the boat will not be fully cleaned or ready. A light sandwich style snack will be provided for lunch.
- If you do not wish to wait for one of the above transfers or you arrive after the last transfer, taxis are available at the airport. Boat's airport representative will be happy to help you, however, please note that boarding may not be possible before 13:00.
- If you are already in the Maldives, you should make your way to the airport for the 16:00 transfer
- Check out is at 07:00 on the last day of the cruise and guests will be in the airport by 07:30.
- For guests continuing their holiday in the Maldives at a resort, hotel or another liveaboard, your on-going transfers need to be arranged by you from the airport