Emperor Explorer Itinerary

Sharktastic (MLE)

11 days / 10 nights

About Emperor Explorer

  • Dive the Maldives’ world-famous manta ray sites and healthy reefs 
  • Affordable luxury and comfort perfect for non-diving partners
  • Free nitrox means divers enjoy longer and safer dives
  • Enriching excursions, snorkeling and special experiences on every cruise

With all the hallmarks of a luxury resort, the Emperor Explorer offers guests a ‘floating hotel’ experience exploring the stunning Maldivian atolls. Elegant air-conditioned and open-air lounges, opulent cabins, a serene open-air spa, stylish restaurant and sun deck and bar, offer five-star relaxation between dives. With free nitrox, seasoned guides and a large dive tender, diving the Maldives in style has never been so affordable. Perfect for non-divers, amazing excursions, special experiences and snorkelling complete every unforgettable cruise.

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Itinerary details

11 days / 10 nights
30
Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Required

Highlights

  • Circular trip combining popular central and south central atolls
  • High chance of snorkelling or diving with whale sharks
  • Experience some of the best channel diving in the Maldives at Vaavu
  • Meet the many manta rays of Meemu Atoll
  • Dive among dozens of grey reef sharks, possibly at night
  • Optional land visit in Male, the capital of the Maldives

Day 1: Once onboard there will be a safety briefing, crew introduction, complete and check dive paperwork, cabin allocation and boat orientation. Our boats moor in port on arrival day departing early the next morning. 

Days 2-9: The first dive is a check dive near the port. Following the first dive we depart from Male port and commence the Sharktastic itinerary.

The channel dives of the eastern coast of the Maldives are the main order of the day. These kandus attract grey reef sharks, dog tooth tuna and eagle rays as standard but look out into the blue and you never know what surprises await. The outer walls and corners of the channels in Vaavu and Meemu have the bonus of beautiful overhangs draping in the blues, yellows and pinks of the majestic soft coral.

After the adrenaline pumping channel dives of eastern Maldives we cross over to South Ari Atoll to look for the whale sharks around the Maamagili area and mantas at Rangali Madivaru among other great sites such as Kudarah Thila and Kudimaa Wreck.

Day 10: On the last diving day, 1 dive is available in the morning whilst observing the rule of no diving within 24 hours of reaching altitude. We return to port at approximately 13.00 and moor here overnight. There is the option of an afternoon land-visit to stretch your legs and escape the boat whilst in port. Evening-time pack up diving equipment, settle any outstanding bills.

Day 11: Depart for the airport at 07.00 the following morning.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.

Transfer details

Departure

12:00pm

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

Return

07:00am

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

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