MV Emperor Atoll - Maldives

  • Emperor Atoll
  • Salon
  • Sun Deck
  • Dining area
  • Boat
  • Outside dining area
  • Boat
  • Atoll Boat

BOAT ONLY - FROM £0

Emperor Atoll is small but perfectly formed! Measuring 26m this popular liveaboard welcomes small groups looking for a more intimate experience. She has excellent facilities for underwater photographers, and two dive guides to ensure guests have the best diving experience possible.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
  • 7 nights’ accommodation
  • Twin or double cabin share
  • Full board & BBQ
  • Glass of wine with dinner
  • Up to 17 dives
  • Nitrox & Government taxes
KEY HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
  • Accommodates 12 divers
  • One deck, more stable, less roll
  • Sun deck & large swim platform
  • Separate diving dhoni
  • Large saloon, DVD & book library
  • Wi-Fi (local charges) when in range
DEPARTURE DATE LIVEABOARD BOAT SAFARI ROUTE i CABIN PORT PRICE

This popular liveaboard and her crew give a personalised welcome to small groups of no more than 12 guests. Built with high standard and comfort in mind, she measures 26 metres and accommodates guests in 6 air-conditioned twin/double ensuite cabins, each with a full-size double bed and a single bunk bed above. On the main deck there is a large saloon with four separate seating and table areas along with a 38” LCD flat screen TV with multi-system home theatre surround sound. There are recharging points and edit playback facilities for underwater video and photography enthusiasts. There are also camera wash tanks and freshwater showers.

The partially shaded sun deck has comfortable sun loungers for your pleasure, and a large swim platform with ladder giving easy access to the water. Emperor Atoll is rebreather-friendly and offers free NITROX. Emperor also has a Single Travellers Guarantee where they guarantee same sex cabin share on Emperor Atoll. If they can't 'room' you with someone of the same sex, and a cabin is free, then they will give you a cabin to yourself with no single supplement.

Emperor Atoll is perfect as a 'liveaboard taster' giving you the opportunity to try life onboard before moving onto larger liveaboards without compromising on dive sites or sightings, and with no more than 12 guests on-board, diving centres and small groups can charter the boat exclusively for themselves. The itineraries with Emperor Atoll have no long crossings and, with only one deck, she is more stable with less 'roll'. Dive sites are reached direct from the boat or by an accompanying dhoni.

Standard Twin Stateroom

Standard Twin Stateroom

Facilities

  • Air conditioning and a fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Beds are arranged with a double bed (lower) and a single bed (upper) bunk style

The Emperor Atoll has 6 twin cabins which are all ensuite and equipped with air conditioning and a fan.

Diving the Maldives is year-round, with its hot tropical climate. The Maldives lies in the monsoon belt of the Indian Ocean and has quite a varied weather pattern although the temperature remains fairly constant. There are two monsoons, the southwest from May to October and the northeast from November to April. Generally, the southwest brings more wind and rain in June and July, and a plankton bloom in early May can cause lower visibility but attracts whale sharks and manta rays. The peak time to visit is generally November to March.

The Maldives is renowned for the large pelagics that visit the area and the reefs that form channels and lagoons, along with encounters with some of our ocean favourites such as whale sharks, mantas, eagle rays, reef sharks, nurse sharks, and hammerheads. There are also some stunning channels with beautiful soft corals, along with amazing pinnacles to be explored.

Average temperatures in Summer (May-November) Air 25-30°c / Sea 28-30°c

Average temperatures in Winter (December-April) Air 26-32°c / Sea 28-30°c

Daily indirect flights are available from many regional UK departures, operated by several airlines. Direct flights are also available at certain times of the year departing from Heathrow with a flight time of around 11 hours.

At point of enquiry our team will discuss the best priced flights and routes available for your chosen departure date. Airport transfers are included within your package.

Maldives liveaboards can easily be combined with a few nights on a resort, and often a city stopover. You do not require a VISA to enter the Maldives.

The Maldivian Rufiyaa is the currency in The Maldives although Euros and US dollars are accepted onboard, along with VISA and Mastercard.
The time difference is GMT + 5 hours
Calling code +960
Plug types are D and G
Please follow this link for up-to-date health advice and details of any vaccinations that are required before travel
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/maldives/health

The meals onboard Atoll are usually buffet style and in good weather they are served on the open foredeck table. There is a good variety of local and International dishes to suit everyone, local food is traditionally a bit spicy! Fish is available, mostly frozen with a few fresh catches along the way. Water, tea, and coffee are complimentary. Soft drinks, fresh juices, and alcohol (cocktails, liquors, wine, and beer) are chargeable. A complimentary glass of wine is served with dinner.

For any special dietary requests, such as vegetarian or any allergies, please speak to a member of our team. Produce is sourced locally, therefore items such as, but not limited to; wholemeal pastas or flour, gluten free products or soya substitutes are not typically available.

Emperor Atoll has a licenced bar so you can purchase alcohol on board, but please be aware importing of alcoholic beverages is prohibited by Maldivian law. Bottles containing alcohol will be confiscated at customs upon arrival.

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