Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Scuba Christmas trip. Diving: the briefings were very thorough and fun, the dive sites were well-chosen and delivered virtually all marine life we hoped to see. Transfer from the main boat to the dhoni to go diving was very smooth with easy access to the dive sites. Our dive guide was professional and respected our wishes and experience level, though a bit shy. Boat & cabin: the boat was fairly new so certainly in excellent state. Maintenance and cleanliness was better than we experienced on a previous liveaboard trip. The cabin size is good, the bathroom is spacious and homely. Food: as my wife is Malaysian, she is very critical of food but felt the food on this trip was "amazing". The cooks managed to prepare lots of delicious food with plenty variety. They made a birthday cake for me on the first night without us having requested it. The BBQ on the beach, Christmas dinner, Maldivian night dinner and so on, were all superb. Overall, the level of customer service was exquisite, the crew really went out of their way to make the trip as enjoyable as it could be. Highly recommended!”
Recommended for: Diving. Boat & cabin. Food.
Customer Review By Ron S, from: Netherlands scored the Emperor Serenity 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 192 reviews and information click here: Emperor Serenity .
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Emperor Serenity Boat Features
The Emperor Serenity liveaboard scores 37% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 6 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Emperor Serenity liveaboard has an air conditioned saloon so you can stay cool between dives. In addition, it has WIFI internet onboard, which does incurr an additional charge, but it will mean you can stay up-to-date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. What’s more, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Air conditioned saloon
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Charging stations
- • Indoor saloon
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Paid)
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The boat features that are not found on the Emperor Serenity include the following: Available for charter, Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Dedicated local & international crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Leisure deck, Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, Observation deck, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Airport transfer
- • Deck towels
- • Environment tax
- • Port fees
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Emperor Serenity Cabin Features
The Emperor Serenity liveaboard scores 27% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 3 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Emperor Serenity liveaboard has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 5 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 8 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Daily housekeeping
- • En-suite bathrooms
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The cabin features that are not found on the Emperor Serenity include the following: Family cabins, Hair Dryer in Cabin, Laundry service, Non-smoking rooms, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin, Seaview cabins, TV in cabins.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
Emperor Serenity Diving Features
The Emperor Serenity Liveaboard scores 47% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 10 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Emperor Serenity Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses so you can progress your skills at the same time as building your dive experience. In addition, it includes nitrox, making your dives longer and safer without extra cost. What’s more, it offers rebreather support, which makes the Emperor Serenity Liveaboard the perfect dive boat if you dive using a rebreather.
- • Camera station
- • Charging stations
- • DIN adaptors
- • Gear rental
- • Nitrox (Free)
- • Nitrox course
- • Rebreather support
- • Scuba diving courses
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Emperor Serenity include the following: Camera room, Custom built for diving, Outside showers, Separate rinse for u/w camera, Dive deck, Rinse hoses, Shaded diving area, Sidemount diving, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Tech diving, Underwater scooters.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Diving package
- • Nitrox
Emperor Serenity Food & Dining Features
The Emperor Serenity liveaboard scores 57% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 8 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Emperor Serenity liveaboard offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard. In addition, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
- • Al fresco dining
- • Beach BBQ
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Fine cuisine
- • Full-board option
- • Local food
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Emperor Serenity include the following: BBQ area, Half-board option, Set menu dinner, Snacks all day, Vegan options, Vegetarian options.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Beach BBQ
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Emperor Serenity Drink & Refreshment Features
The Emperor Serenity Liveaboard scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 5 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Emperor Serenity Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are included in your price of the liveaboard. In addition, it offers a selection of fine wines for purchase onboard. What’s more, it includes a free wine with dinner as part of the cost of the trip. In addition, the cost of your liveaboard includes drinking water, tea & coffee, and wine with dinner.
- • Bar
- • Beer available
- • Fine wines selection
- • Free wine w/dinner
- • Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Emperor Serenity include the following: Free soft drinks, Welcome cocktails.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Tea & coffee
- • Wine with dinner
Emperor Serenity Other Recreational Activities
The Emperor Serenity liveaboard scores 17% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 3 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below).
- • Library
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- • Snorkel equipment
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Emperor Serenity include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Kayaks on-board, Massage, Naturalist guide, Naturalist itineraries, Sauna, Spa, Stand up paddleboard, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Land excursions
- • Snorkel Gear
- • Snorkelling guide
Emperor Serenity Included in the Price
When you book the Emperor Serenity dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Maldives. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving without worrying about additional meal costs.
These inclusions provide excellent value and ensure a hassle-free dive cruise experience. This is everything included in your Emperor Serenity Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Airport transfer
- ✓ Beach BBQ
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Deck towels
- ✓ Diving package
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Environment tax
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Land excursions
- ✓ Nitrox
- ✓ Port fees
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Snorkel Gear
- ✓ Snorkelling guide
- ✓ Special dinner
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
- ✓ Wine with dinner
Emperor Serenity Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Emperor Serenity dive charter experience with these optional services and upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox diving allows you to extend your bottom time and enjoy longer dives at the incredible sites around Maldives.
These optional extras allow you to customize your dive liveaboard experience to suit your preferences and diving goals. This is everything available as optional extras for the Emperor Serenity Liveaboard.
- + Alcoholic beverages
- + Diving insurance
- + Gratuities
- + Nitrox course
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
- + Soft drinks
- + Travel insurance
- + WiFi Internet
Emperor Serenity Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Emperor Serenity dive cruise and must be paid additionally.
These required extras help support local marine conservation and dive tourism infrastructure. Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your Emperor Serenity Liveaboard dive trip.
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Vessel Details
- Length: 40.0m (131.2ft)
- Beam: 13.0m (42.7ft)
- Max guests: 26
- Cabins: 13
- Bathrooms: 13
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Emperor Serenity are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Emperor Serenity. Emperor Serenity liveaboard scores 47% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 8 out of the 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- • Crew Trained in First Aid
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- • Satellite & Mobile Phones
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The boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Emperor Serenity include the following: Bilge Pump Alarm, Depth Sounder, E.P.I.R.B. Distress System, Emergency Flares, Emergency Rafts, Engine room CCTV, Fishfinder, Radar, Search light.