Explorer 1
Liveaboard · Seychelles
Unveiling the hidden depths of Seychelles with personalized luxury.
About This Vessel
Explorer 1 is a boutique liveaboard cruising the Seychelles region. It hosts up to 6 divers on board.
Embark on an intimate diving expedition through the pristine waters of the Seychelles aboard the Explorer 1, a catamaran designed for unparalleled comfort and access to remote dive sites. The Seychelles archipelago, a jewel in the Indian Ocean, beckons with its crystal-clear turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and an abundance of marine life. This idyllic destination is renowned for its dramat…
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Onboard Amenities
Dining & Beverages
Dining aboard the Explorer 1 is a delightful affair, offering a full-board meal plan that emphasizes both quality and variety. Guests can savor fine cuisine, often featuring local Seychellois flavors alongside international dishes, all prepared with fresh ingredients. The option for al fresco dining allows guests to enjoy their meals under the tropical sky, enhancing the overall experience. The crew is adept at catering to various dietary requirements, including vegetarian options, and is happy to accommodate specific requests for religious beliefs or food allergies. Throughout the day, a selection of snacks is available, and the journey begins with welcoming cocktails, setting a convivial atmosphere for guests.
Dive Equipment & Setup
Dive Area & Sites
The Seychelles offers an unparalleled underwater experience, characterized by vibrant coral gardens, dramatic granite formations, and abundant pelagic life. Divers can expect excellent visibility and warm water conditions year-round. The Explorer 1 specializes in reaching remote and untouched dive sites, including the renowned Desroches Drop, famous for its impressive vertical walls, intricate canyons, and deep caves. Expeditions also venture to the distant Afrikan Banks and various UNESCO-protected atolls, providing opportunities to encounter a diverse range of marine species such as sharks, manta rays, and large schools of fish. The personalized service, with a naturalist guide and small group sizes, ensures that each dive is tailored to the group's skill level and interests, including thrilling night dives that reveal the nocturnal inhabitants of the reefs.
Important Information
What's Included
VAT · Fuel Surcharge
Not Included & Local Fees
Environment Tax (8 USD per day) · National Park Fees (25-40 EUR per activity)
Airport Transfers
Return airport transfers are included in the trip price. Guests will be transferred from the airport to the embarkation point in Mahé.
Insurance Recommendation
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
Rental Gear
BCD: Included · Dive Computer: Included
Accommodation
Master Cabin
Twin
The Aldabra Master Cabin provides a comfortable retreat with twin beds, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Guests will appreciate the convenience of a private bathroom and toilet within the cabin.
Double Cabin
Twin
The Granite cabin offers comfortable twin beds, ideal for friends or individual travelers. Guests in this cabin will have access to shared bathroom facilities.
Single Bunk Cabin
Twin
The Amirantes cabin offers a cozy arrangement with two single bunk beds, providing comfortable accommodation for two guests. This cabin shares bathroom facilities with other guests.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on Explorer 1, 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 Explorer 1 for its personalized service and attentive crew, making for a fantastic liveaboard experience in the Seychelles. The compact size of the catamaran allows for an intimate setting and eco-friendly operations.
- +Very personal service due to small group size
- +Attentive and caring crew
- +Fantastic meals prepared on board
- +Intimate and eco-friendly experience
Based on approximately 51 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.
All routes of this liveaboard
- Mini Cruise Bird North Atolls (By Granite East) (Mahé - Praslin-La Digue) · 3 nights
- Mini Cruise East Granite (La Digue - Mahe) · 3N
- Mini Cruise East Granite (La Digue - Mahe) · 2 nights
- Mini Cruise Granite West (Mahe - Praslin-La Digue) · 2 nights
- Mini-Cruise Wrecks & Shark & Rays (Mahe - Mahe) · 2 nights
- Mini Cruise East Granite (La Digue - Mahe) · 3 nights
- Mini Cruise Bird North Atolls (By Granite East) (Mahé - Praslin-La Digue) · 3N
- Granite Tour Cruise (Mahé - Mahé) · 6 nights
- Mahe Tour Cruise (Mahe - Mahe) · 5 nights
- Mahe Tour Cruise (Mahe - Mahe) · 5 nights
- Mahe Tour Cruise (Mahe - Mahe) · 6 nights
- Mahe Tour Cruise (Mahe - Mahe) · 5 nights
- Mini Cruise East Granite (La Digue - Mahe) · 3 nights
- Mini Cruise Bird North Atolls (By Granite East) (Mahé - Praslin-La Digue) · 3N
- Mini-Cruise 2-Day Shark-Giant Rays & Wrecks (Mah - Mah ) · 2 Days / 1 Nights
- Mahe Tour Cruise (Mahe - Mahe) · 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Expedition Denis-Bird Atolls (Mahe, 6D5N) · 6D5N
- Granite Tour Cruise (Mahé - Mahé) · 7 nights
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