Is The Emperor HD Liveaboard Right For You?
⚡ Quick Facts
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✓ Best For:
- ✓Advanced & experienced divers (Minimum 50 logged dives required)
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Nitrox divers (free EAN32 included)
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ Not Ideal For:
- ✗Complete beginners (Advanced Open Water Diver required)
- ✗Divers with limited experience
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
🎯 Perfect If You Want...
- •World-famous Red Sea diving
- •Historic wreck diving (Thistlegorm)
- •Vibrant coral reefs
- •Encounters with oceanic whitetips
- •Challenging dive sites for experienced divers
- •Complimentary nitrox for extended bottom times
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
On reviewing the Emperor HD Liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features, as it has 8 of 10 key boat features (see below).
The Emperor HD Liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings. In addition, it provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings.
What’s more, it has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. You’ll also find it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
A review of the list of Boat Features found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Audio & video entertainment
- Charging stations
- Dedicated crew
- Free deck towels and no beach towels
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The boat features that are not found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- Smart Voyager accreditation
Boat FAQs for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is the Emperor HD Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Emperor HD Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Emperor HD liveaboard provides deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but no beach towels are provided. Click Beach Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which incurs an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard also includes fuel surcharge, national park fees, and port fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard has a boutique and souvenir shop onboard, which typically stock a combination of essential scuba gear, practical personal items, logo apparel, and locally themed souvenirs.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 14 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Egypt’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
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SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
On reviewing the Emperor HD Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features, as it has 6 of 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Emperor HD Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable between dives and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as complimentary toiletries, daily housekeeping and hair dryers in the cabins, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board. You’ll also find it includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click the feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
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The cabin features that are not found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
Cabin FAQs for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Emperor HD Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Emperor HD Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- Cabin towels are not provided on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you would like a liveaboard that provides these, click Cabin towels.
- The Emperor HD Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Emperor HD Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Emperor HD Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Emperor HD Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
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The Emperor HD Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 2 Double cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 12 Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
On reviewing the Emperor HD Liveaboard, it scores 90% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features, as it has 9 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Emperor HD Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. In addition, Photographers are looked after, with a camera station and a separate rinse for underwater cameras. What’s more, DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Emperor HD Liveaboard.
Emperor HD Liveaboard supports technical diving, rebreather divers and sidemount divers, so advanced divers can use their normal configuration onboard. You’ll also find On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun. Also, The Emperor HD Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind.
Nitrox is available onboard as a paid extra, so you can choose to dive with nitrox on the dives that matter most. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
A review of the list of diving features found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
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Diving FAQs for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Emperor HD Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Emperor HD Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Emperor HD Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Emperor HD Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Emperor HD Liveaboard
The Emperor HD Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Emperor HD liveaboard are currently: 8 Days/7 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard offers diving insurance, which is an optional extra charge. Click Diving insurance to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, diving insurance.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard offers a private dive guide, which is an optional extra charge. Click Private dive guide to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, a private dive guide.
- The Emperor HD liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, and in particular a nitrox course, which are an optional extra charge. Click Scuba diving courses or Nitrox course to find other liveaboards that offer scuba courses onboard.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
On reviewing the Emperor HD Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features, as it has 6 of 10 total food & dining features (see below).
The Emperor HD 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 has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Dietary requirements
- Full-board option (Free)
- Snacks all day (Free)
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click the feature below to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Al fresco dining
- Beach BBQ
- Fine cuisine
- Local food
Dining FAQs for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Emperor HD Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Drinks & Refreshments for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
On reviewing the Emperor HD Liveaboard, it scores 70% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Drinks & Refreshment Features, as it has 7 of 10 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Emperor HD Liveaboard has beer and wine which are included in your cost of the trip. In addition, it includes a free wine with dinner as part of the cost of the trip. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, tea & coffee, and wine with dinner in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Alcoholic beverages (Paid extra)
- Beer available
- Drinking water (Free)
- Free wine w/dinner
- Soft drinks (Paid extra)
- Tea & coffee (Free)
- Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click the feature below to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Bar
- Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
- Welcome cocktails
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Tea & coffee
- Wine with dinner
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Non-Diver Companion Rating for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
On reviewing the Emperor HD Liveaboard, it scores 40% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 4 of 10 total non-diver companion features (see below).
Yes, the Emperor HD Liveaboard is suitable for non-divers, with activities such as snorkelling. These keep everyone involved between dives and make the trip enjoyable for partners or friends who prefer to stay above the surface. In addition, Snorkel gear is available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard, perfect for relaxed reef time between dives and for non-divers to join in the water. What’s more, A jacuzzi or hot tub is available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard, ideal for warming up after night dives or unwinding after a long day of diving.
there is a small library on the Emperor HD Liveaboard with fish ID books and light reading. You will often find titles left by previous guests, too.
A review of the list of Non-Diver Companion Rating features found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Included Library
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Included Snorkel gear (Paid extra)
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Wellness facilities
Other Activities FAQs for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is the Emperor HD Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
On reviewing the Emperor HD Liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 4 of 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Emperor HD Liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, helping to keep salt, sand and defog from dive gear away from your delicate housings and ports.
What’s more, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive. You’ll also find it has free WiFi internet onboard, which makes it easier to back up RAW files to the cloud and share images with friends and family while you are at sea.
A review of the underwater photographer facilities found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific facility, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this facility:
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Underwater photographer FAQs for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Does the Emperor HD Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Emperor HD Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
On reviewing the Emperor HD Liveaboard, it scores 100% on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 3 of 3 key technical diving features (see below).
The Emperor HD Liveaboard supports technical diving, rebreather divers and sidemount divers, so advanced divers can use their normal configuration onboard. In addition, If you plan to do technical diving, the Emperor HD Liveaboard supports it, but before you finalise your trip, check the typical dive depths, available gases, and whether stage and decompression cylinders are supported on your chosen itinerary. What’s more, If you dive rebreather, the Emperor HD Liveaboard provides support, but it’s worth confirming in advance which rebreathers are supported and whether oxygen fills, sorb availability, and bailout requirements are in place, because this can vary by region and itinerary.
If you dive sidemount, the Emperor HD Liveaboard supports it, but when planning your dives check cylinder options and the deck set-up, so your configuration is comfortable and properly supported for the dives planned.
A review of the technical diving features found on the Emperor HD Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
Tech diving FAQs for the Emperor HD Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Emperor HD Liveaboard?
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Emperor HD Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Emperor HD dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Egypt. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Emperor HD liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Emperor HD liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Land excursions
- Included National park fees
- Included Night dives
- Included Nitrox
- Included Port fees
- Included Snacks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included WiFi internet
- Included Wine with dinner
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The other features that are not included on the Emperor HD liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Soft drinks
- Not included Beer
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Emperor HD Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Emperor HD charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Egypt.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Emperor HD liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Airport transfer
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Diving insurance
- Included Gratuities
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Snorkel Gear
- Included Soft drinks
Emperor HD Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Emperor HD dive cruise and must be paid additionally.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Emperor HD liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included None
Emperor HD Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 40.2m (131.9ft)
- Beam: 11.0m (36.1ft)
- Max guests: 26
- Cabins: 14
- Bathrooms: 19
Emperor HD Liveaboard Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Emperor HD Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Emperor HD Liveaboard. Emperor HD Liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 17 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Fishfinder
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light