Emperor Explorer

M/V Emperor Explorer is a luxury liveaboard in the Maldives, offering spacious cabins, expert guides, and incredible diving experiences with manta rays, sharks, and vibrant coral reefs. 

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Trip dates, price & live availability

Liveaboard Trip

19

APR

2026

From

$3,405

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

26

APR

2026

From

$3,405

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

10

MAY

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

10/18 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

17

MAY

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

24/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

24

MAY

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

31

MAY

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

2

AUG

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

9

AUG

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

16

AUG

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

24/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

23

AUG

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

30

AUG

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

6

SEP

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

13

SEP

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

20

SEP

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

25/26 spots available

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Liveaboard Trip

27

SEP

2026

From

$2,946

7 nights (8 days)

26/26 spots available

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Cabins

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Twin Lower Deck - image

Twin Lower Deck

Air Conditioning (AC)
Fan Ventilator
TV
Wifi
Toilet
Shower
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Safe
Refrigerator
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Double Lower Deck - image

Double Lower Deck

Air Conditioning (AC)
Fan Ventilator
TV
Wifi
Toilet
Shower
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Safe
Refrigerator
Suite Twin Main Deck - image

Suite Twin Main Deck

Air Conditioning (AC)
Fan Ventilator
TV
Wifi
Toilet
Shower
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Safe
Refrigerator
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Twin Upper Deck - image

Twin Upper Deck

Air Conditioning (AC)
Fan Ventilator
TV
Wifi
Toilet
Shower
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Safe
Refrigerator
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Suite Double Upper Deck - image

Suite Double Upper Deck

Air Conditioning (AC)
Fan Ventilator
TV
Wifi
Toilet
Shower
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Safe
Refrigerator

Deck plan

Features & facilities

Boat features & facilities

  • Open air dining area at the stern of the main deck

  • Air-conditioned saloon for relaxing or watching TV

  • Bar

  • TV/Video/DVD, library with board games

  • Covered, open area at the upper deck

  • Sundeck

  • Spa at main deck

  • Charging stations, air gun, rinse tanks & camera table

Dive features & facilities

  • Free Nitrox

  • All diving is done from Emperor Explorer's large dhoni (tender)

  • Dive equipment rental

  • PADI courses and specialties available onboard

  • Non-divers get free snorkeling kit + $50 voucher to spend onboard

Dive Overview

Boasting warm waters with rich marine life, coral reefs visited by schools of fish and playful dolphins, mantas and whale sharks, the Maldives is one of the most diverse scuba diving destinations in the world. Amazing channel dives draw animals from the deep, which will leave you spellbound. Mountainous pinnacles rise from 35m and taper to 8m, which make them ideal for those slower, more relaxing dives.

[See: Maldives Dive Travel Guide]

Emperor Explorer Cabin 1 & 8Emperor Explorer Cabin 3, 6, 7

Emperor Explorer Cabin 2Emperor Explorer Cabin 9, 10

Accommodation Overview

At 42 meters, she easily accommodates 26 guests in 13 well-appointed en-suite cabins, all with air conditioning.

  • Upper deck cabins: 2 king-size double and 2 twin
  • Main deck cabins: 2 double with a single bed
  • Lower deck cabins: 5 double with a single bed and 2 double

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Emperor Explorer's Salon

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Indoor Dining Area & Hot Tub

Food & Drinks

The meals on board are usually buffet style with a variety of local and international dishes to suit everyone. Local food is traditionally a bit spicey, fish is available on-board, mostly frozen with a few fresh catches along the way. Water, tea, and coffee are complimentary. Soft drinks, fresh juices and alcohol are chargeable.

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Practical information

Time Zone

UTC+5

Local Currency

MVR (Maldivian Rufiyaa)

Language

English

Electricity

220 volts AC 50Hz

Local Currency

Cash (Euros, Sterling and US dollars) & credit cards (Visa and Mastercard)

Boat specifications

Year built: 2019

Length: 42m

Beam: 13.2m

Construction Material: Wooden hull

Cruising Speed: 10 knots

Engine: 700 HP Doosan Daewoo

Generators: 2 x 50 KWCummins

Water Makers: 12 Tonnes/24h RO Plant

Navigation and Communication: VHF radio, GPS chart plotter, Telephone, Mobile, EPIRB

Air Systems: Two Coltri Compressors + Nitrox

Maximum guests: 26

Number of cabins: 13

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