Emperor Voyager
Liveaboard · Maldives
Effortless Maldivian voyages featuring all-inclusive amenities and dining beneath the stars.
About This Vessel
The Emperor Voyager is a 29.9-meter Maldivian liveaboard, accommodating 20 guests for diving within the archipelago's diverse marine ecosystems. The Maldivian archipelago is a system of submerged volcanic mountains capped by coral, forming a series of atolls that rise from the Indian Ocean floor. This geography creates a unique underwater environment where oceanic currents are funneled through de…
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Onboard Amenities
Dining & Beverages
A multifaceted gastronomic program featuring full-board catering that blends local island traditions with Western favorites. The itinerary includes a signature beach cookout, alfresco dining, and buffet-style service.
Dive Equipment & Setup
Dive Area & Sites
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.
Important Information
What's Included
All fees (port, marine park, fuel surcharges, cabin tax) · Nitrox
Not Included & Local Fees
The standard cruise fare fully covers all port charges and park entrance fees. · Flights
Airport Transfers
The boat's journey begins and ends in Male.
Dive Insurance Required
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.
Medical Form Required
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.
Rental Gear
Complete Package (Regulator, SMB, BCD, Wetsuit, Mask, Computer, Fins): 271-403 USD per voyage · Submersible Dive Computer: 82-119 USD per voyage
Accommodation
Upper deck cabin with twin beds that can be adapted to doubles
Convertible • Upper deck
Experience comfort on the upper deck in these cabins, which feature twin beds convertible to a double arrangement upon request. Each cabin is equipped with individual air conditioning and an ensuite bathroom, including a shower and two towels per guest. Hairdryers are available upon request.
Main deck cabin with twin beds
Twin • Main deck
Experience comfort in this main deck cabin, equipped with two separate beds. Each guest benefits from their own air conditioning and two cabin towels. An ensuite bathroom with a shower is included, and hairdryers are available on request.
Lower deck cabin with twin beds that can be adapted to doubles
Convertible • Lower deck
Positioned on the lower deck, these accommodations boast a porthole and personalized air conditioning. Every cabin includes twin beds, with the flexibility to convert cabins 1, 6, and 7 into double setups when requested in advance. Guests will find an en-suite bathroom featuring a shower, plus two cabin towels per person. Hairdryers can be obtained upon request.
Lower deck cabin with double beds
Double • Lower deck
Settle into a comfortable lower deck cabin, complete with individual air conditioning and a porthole. Each of these cabins offers a private en-suite bathroom, which includes a shower and two towels for every guest. Hairdryers can be supplied upon request.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on Emperor Voyager, 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.
When do I need to pay?
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
What documents will I receive?
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
How do I get to the boat?
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.
What certifications do I need?
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.
Can I cancel or change my 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.
Vessel Technical Overview
Vessel Specifications
Navigation & Safety Systems
What guests say online
How is this overall rating calculated?
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.
Guests consistently praise the Emperor Voyager for its excellent dive experience and friendly, safety-focused crew. Many describe it as a luxurious and modern liveaboard offering great value.
- +Five-star luxury dive experience
- +Very reasonable price tag / great value
- +Fabulous experience that exceeded expectations
- +Dive guides are safety-focused and give comprehensive briefings
Based on approximately 353 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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