Emperor Serenity Liveaboard, Maldives
The Emperor Serenity Maldives liveaboard is a recently upgraded 40-metre dive boat featuring modern finishes while retaining the bright atmosphere of its award-winning predecessor. Accommodating a maximum of 26 guests, this MV Emperor Serenity liveaboard offers 13 ensuite cabins spread across the lower, main, and upper decks. The dive boat is designed for leisure and diving cruises around the Maldives, providing a balance between comfort and diving efficiency.
Cabin Types
Lower Deck Twin
Twin cabins measure approximately 10.5-13.5 sqm and come with a double bed and a single bed. Each has port holes, individually controlled air conditioning, and an en-suite bathroom of around 4-5 sqm with showers. Guests receive two cabin towels. Hairdryers are available upon request.
Lower Deck Double
These double bedded staterooms are about 8.5 sqm with portholes, A/C, and a private bathroom measuring 4-5 sqm. Two cabin towels are included, and hairdryers can be requested.
Main Deck Suite Twin
Suites on the main deck offer approximately 22 sqm of space, featuring a king-sized double bed and a single bed, windows, individual A/C, and a 4 sqm en-suite bathroom with showers. Hairdryers and two cabin towels per guest are provided.
Upper Deck Twin
Cabins measure roughly 11 sqm with windows, one double bed and a single bed, A/C, and an en-suite bathroom of around 4.5 sqm. Guests receive two cabin towels, and hairdryers are available.
Upper Deck Double
These double bed cabins are about 11 sqm with windows, individual A/C, and a 4.5 sqm en-suite bathroom. Cabin towels and hairdryers are provided.
Upper Deck Suite Twin
Suites measure approximately 17.5 sqm, featuring a king-sized double bed and single bed, windows, A/C, and a 5.5 sqm en-suite bathroom. Cabin towels and hairdryers are available.
Boat Interior
The MV Emperor Serenity liveaboard Maldives features an air-conditioned lounge with sofas, TV, a movie and music library, board games, and a bar stocked with international drinks. Outdoor seating includes deckchairs and bean bags on the upper deck, while the sun deck offers sunbeds and bean bags for relaxation between dives.
Safety
Safety systems include firefighting equipment, fire alarms, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide monitors, fire blankets, extinguishers, bilge pump alarms, emergency flares, life vests, oxygen, AEDs, and first aid kits. The boat has emergency rafts and radar, with navigation supported by GPS, VHF/CB radio, and satellite phone.
Itinerary
Emperor Serenity offers a choice of well-planned routes showcasing the underwater diversity of the Maldives. Each itinerary is designed with flexibility, adapting to seasonal conditions to provide memorable encounters.
Best of Maldives route
This route explores renowned sites across Male and Ari Atoll. Divers often visit channels and pinnacles, observing reef sharks, mantas, eagle rays, and turtles. Night dives bring a different atmosphere with nurse sharks gliding close by. Trips may include stops at cleaning stations where mantas gather, offering quiet observation without disruption. Hammerhead sharks and whale sharks are sometimes seen, creating unforgettable highlights for guests.
Hanifaru & North route
Guests can snorkel in Hanifaru Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its seasonal manta gatherings. Diving takes place at famous sites such as Kuredu Express and Kuredu Caves, where grey reef sharks and whitetip reef sharks patrol the currents. Northern atolls like Lhaviyani and Baa host active manta cleaning stations, providing opportunities to watch their graceful movements up close.
Northern Highlights route
The Northern Highlights itinerary combines manta encounters with whale shark possibilities in South Ari Atoll. Time in Hanifaru Bay offers snorkelling among mantas during peak season. Diving days often include visits to Fish Head in North Ari, a site with healthy coral growth and frequent grey reef shark sightings. Rasdhoo Atoll brings additional shark dives, while dives across North Male and Baa Atolls reveal turtles, vibrant hard and soft corals, and varied reef life.
Each journey on Emperor Serenity is shaped by local conditions and marine movements, ensuring dives remain safe, diverse, and rewarding throughout the trip.
Boat Specification
Wooden hull, 40m length, 13m beam, and four decks with a partially covered sun deck. Powered by a 600 HP Doosan Daewoo engine and two 50 kW generators, with water makers producing 12,000 litres per day. Electricity supply is 220V and 110V 3-pin (UK).
Dive Facilities
A separate 24m diving dhoni accompanies the Emperor Serenity Maldives with three staff, compressors, oxygen, first aid, AED, and diving towels. Up to four dive guides are on board. Dive facilities include S80 (11.1 litre) tanks as standard, C100 (13.2 litre) tanks upon request, free Nitrox up to 32%, and a partial pressure system. Required dive equipment, such as dive computers, SMB, reef hooks, and torches for night dives, must be arranged before arrival.
Boat Navigation & Safety
Navigation features include a GPS chart plotter and radar. Safety systems cover fire extinguishers, emergency flares, and life-saving equipment.
Food & Drinks
Guests enjoy three buffet meals per day, afternoon snacks, and a complimentary glass of wine with dinner. Various soft drinks, beer, cocktails, and spirits are available at extra cost. Ice makers are onboard.
Photographer Facilities
Dedicated charging stations, rinse tanks, a camera table, and an air gun for camera care.
The Emperor Serenity liveaboard Maldives provides an updated and comfortable yacht experience with upgraded cabins, dedicated dive facilities, and spacious leisure areas, offering memorable diving cruises across the Maldives
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
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
- SPA
Photographer Facilities
- Camera & Photography Station
- Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
- Camera Table
- Charging Stations
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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