Modern Maldivian voyages featuring dedicated dive support and all-inclusive ease.
The 35-meter Emperor Virgo navigates the Maldivian atolls, providing dive access to extensive coral formations and pelagic habitats for 18 guests. The Maldivian archipelago functions as a natural filter for the Indian Ocean, its atolls and islands shaping the flow of water and life. Seasonal monsoons drive nutrient-rich currents through deep channels, or 'kandus', creating predictable aggregation…
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A full-board culinary program featuring a mix of international favorites and Maldivian specialties, including a complimentary glass of wine with dinner and unique themed feast nights.
The Maldives offers a truly extraordinary underwater world spread across 26 atolls in the Indian Ocean, with crystal-clear waters and visibility frequently exceeding 30 meters. Divers are drawn here for reliable encounters with manta rays at famous cleaning stations like Hanifaru Bay and Lankan Reef, as well as whale sharks that cruise through the channels year-round. The atolls feature distinctive underwater topography including thilas (submerged pinnacles), kandus (channels), and overhangs draped in soft corals. Grey reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks, eagle rays, and Napoleon wrasse are common sightings, while the nutrient-rich currents attract large schools of fusiliers, trevally, and barracuda. Night dives reveal nurse sharks resting on sandy bottoms and bioluminescent plankton glowing in the darkness.
All fees (port, marine park, fuel surcharges, cabin tax) · Nitrox
The base rate covers all fuel surcharges, port fees, and park entrance costs. · Flights
Transport to and from the airport is provided as part of the booking.
All guests must hold valid dive accident insurance to participate in this trip. Proof of insurance must be provided before departure. If you do not have dive insurance, we can assist you in obtaining coverage.
A valid dive medical certificate is required for all guests on this vessel. The medical form must be signed by a licensed physician and confirm fitness for diving. Please upload your medical certificate when managing your booking.
Complete equipment package: Rates available on request · Scuba training prices: $101 - $466
Convertible • Main deck • 9 m²
Main Deck cabins provide approximately 9sqm of comfortable space, illuminated by windows. Guests will find twin beds, convertible to a double upon request. Individual air conditioning allows for personalized climate control. Each en-suite bathroom, roughly 2sqm, is equipped with a shower and two cabin towels per guest. Hairdryers are available upon request.
Convertible • Upper deck • 10 m²
Experience comfort on the upper deck in our approximately 10sqm cabins, all boasting windows and personal air conditioning. These accommodations are outfitted with twin beds, readily adaptable into a double bed upon request. Each cabin also includes a private ensuite bathroom, approximately 3.5sqm, featuring a shower and two towels per diver. Hairdryers are available by request.
Convertible • Lower deck • 10.5 m²
On the lower deck, this approximately 10.5sqm cabin offers a double bed and an elevated single, ideal for a child aged 14 or under, complete with windows. Individual air conditioning allows guests to tailor their climate. The private ensuite bathroom, approximately 3sqm, provides a shower and two cabin towels per person. Hairdryers are available upon request.
Convertible • Lower deck • 9 m²
Experience the comfort of our lower deck cabins, designed with adaptable twin beds that effortlessly convert to doubles upon request. Each cabin provides approximately 9sqm of living space, illuminated by portholes. Guests benefit from individual air conditioning control and a private ensuite bathroom, approximately 4.5sqm, featuring a shower. Two cabin towels are supplied per guest, and hairdryers are available on request.
Select a cabin and departure on Emperor Virgo, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
The Emperor Virgo generally offers a highly rated liveaboard experience in the Maldives, with many guests praising the crew, boat, and diving. It is noted for comfortable cruising and being a classy, modern yacht.
Based on approximately 272 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
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