Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Perfect dive and cultural trip. Pato and Fernando manage the boat in an extraordinarily polite, safe, organized and professional way while you can have a fun time with them. Briefings are one of the best including hints for the photographers as well which setting is needed (macro, micro). They know exactly what they do and follow their procedures which makes it comfortable and also safe for the divers. Both Pato and Fernando are what you dream of if you go on a liveaboard - after this experience it will be hard for any other liveaboard to compete. The captain and the crew are outstanding competent and know the route, ocean, current and weather by heart. They are attentive all the time and always see what needs to be done and drive the tini (=Alu-Zodiac) so well and always know where the divers are at any time of the dive. The Bilikiki crew has exactly all the competencies and teamwork you would like to have in such a remote place. The boat is robust and not new, but it is so well maintained, and it seems that the crew knows every little detail as some of them know it literally from inside out. If you are looking for a wellness boat, this is not your liveaboard. If you look for a comfortable boat, that is meets diver’s need and is specially equipped for divers and snorklers’ needs and provides outstanding good fresh and healthy food (ingredients freshly bought from the villagers during the crossing) with a responsible way of diving, this is your boat. You'll find a variety of different dive spots from pinnacles, reefs with huge sponges including elephant ear, fan corals, wracks, caverns, impressive island cuts as well as mug diving and if you wish lovely drift dives. The current was always very manageable during my 11-day-trip and going in and out of the water is made easy for you. Coral bleaching is more than in Fiji, but this is a tough comparison. You will find all kind of critters, crocodile fish, different kind of triggerfish, cuttlefish, 9 species of clown fish, school of barracudas as well as anthias, amazing nudibranch such as the banana nudibranch, , lionfish, grey sharks, bumphead parrotfish, filamented flasher as well as the banded sea krait. In between the dives you can visit villages, craft markets, watch the floating market, read in the many fish books or enjoy the sun deck. There is always something delicious to eat such as fruit and cake. Nitrox is included as well as one alcoholic drink per day. I can recommend diving in this very remote and lovely place!”
Recommended for: First class diver guides, boat manager and crew who garantue safe diving, top organisation, attentive and high quality crew that pays attention to details. You will not find any other divers at the dives spots and between divers you can submerge into the Solomon culture between the dives. Extraordinary delicious food and they have options for everyone no matter what districtions they have.
Customer Review By Gaby L, from: Germany scored the Emperor Bilikiki 9.6 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 5 reviews and information click here: Emperor Bilikiki .
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Emperor Bilikiki Boat Features
The Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard scores 62% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 10 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up-to-date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. In addition, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Available for charter
- • Charging stations
- • Dedicated local & international crew
- • Indoor saloon
- • Leisure deck
- • Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- • Observation deck
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Free)
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The boat features that are not found on the Emperor Bilikiki include the following: Air conditioned saloon, Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Airport transfer
- • Deck towels
- • National park fees
- • Port fees
- • WIFI Internet
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Emperor Bilikiki Cabin Features
The Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard scores 54% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 6 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 8 Double cabins with additional single bed & ensuite bathroom (ideal for families)
- 2 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Daily housekeeping
- • En-suite bathrooms
- • Hair Dryer in Cabin
- • Laundry service
- • Non-smoking rooms
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The cabin features that are not found on the Emperor Bilikiki include the following: Family cabins, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin, Seaview cabins, TV in cabins.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Emperor Bilikiki Diving Features
The Emperor Bilikiki Liveaboard scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 15 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Emperor Bilikiki Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and water entry, or for getting your kit ready before transferring to a tender for your next dive. In addition, it offers scuba diving courses so you can progress your skills at the same time as building your dive experience. What’s more, it includes nitrox, making your dives longer and safer without extra cost. You’ll also find it offers sidemount diving for divers who prefer to carry one or two scuba cylinders on their sides, instead of on their back, which allows for easier access to wrecks.
- • Camera room
- • Camera station
- • Charging stations
- • DIN adaptors
- • Dive deck
- • Gear rental
- • Nitrox (Free)
- • Nitrox course
- • Outside showers
- • Scuba diving courses
- • Separate rinse for u/w camera
- • Shaded diving area
- • Sidemount diving
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Emperor Bilikiki include the following: Custom built for diving, Rebreather support, Rinse hoses, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Tech diving, Underwater scooters.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Diving package
- • Nitrox
Emperor Bilikiki Food & Dining Features
The Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 10 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard. What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
- • Al fresco dining
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Fine cuisine
- • Full-board option
- • Local food
- • Snacks all day
- • Vegan options
- • Vegetarian options
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Emperor Bilikiki include the following: Beach BBQ, BBQ area, Half-board option, Set menu dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Emperor Bilikiki Drink & Refreshment Features
The Emperor Bilikiki Liveaboard scores 42% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 3 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Emperor Bilikiki Liveaboard has a bar where beer is available to purchase. In addition, it offers a selection of fine wines for purchase onboard. In addition, the cost of your liveaboard includes drinking water and tea & coffee.
- • Bar
- • Beer available
- • Fine wines selection
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Emperor Bilikiki include the following: Free soft drinks, Free wine w/dinner, Welcome cocktails, Wine available.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Tea & coffee
Emperor Bilikiki Other Recreational Activities
The Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard scores 23% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 4 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard has kayaks on board for relaxed paddles around calm bays between dives.
- • Kayaks on-board
- • Library
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- • Snorkel equipment
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Emperor Bilikiki include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Massage, Naturalist guide, Naturalist itineraries, Sauna, Spa, Stand up paddleboard, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Kayaks
- • Land excursions
Emperor Bilikiki Included in the Price
When you book the Emperor Bilikiki dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Solomon Islands. 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 Bilikiki Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Airport transfer
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Complimentary toiletries
- ✓ Deck towels
- ✓ Diving package
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Kayaks
- ✓ Land excursions
- ✓ National park fees
- ✓ Nitrox
- ✓ Port fees
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
- ✓ WiFi internet
Emperor Bilikiki Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Emperor Bilikiki 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 Solomon Islands.
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 Bilikiki Liveaboard.
- + Alcoholic beverages
- + Gratuities
- + Nitrox course
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
- + Soft drinks
Emperor Bilikiki Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Emperor Bilikiki 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 Bilikiki Liveaboard dive trip.
- ! Visas and fees
Vessel Details
- Length: 38.0m (124.7ft)
- Beam: 7.5m (24.6ft)
- Max guests: 20
- Cabins: 10
- Bathrooms: 10
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Emperor Bilikiki are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Emperor Bilikiki. Emperor Bilikiki liveaboard scores 88% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 15 out of the 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- • Bilge Pump Alarm
- • Crew Trained in First Aid
- • Depth Sounder
- • Emergency Flares
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • Fishfinder
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • Radar
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- • Satellite & Mobile Phones
- • Search light
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The boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Emperor Bilikiki include the following: E.P.I.R.B. Distress System, Engine room CCTV.