Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Amazing, can’t wait to go again!! This was an excellent first live aboard experience, it will be hard to top for subsequent others! We saw fantastical coral gardens, swam with dolphins, all manner of beautiful fish, huge manta rays on several occasions (night and day), saw whale sharks on multiple occasions (from the boat and while in the water). Honestly, I can’t think of how the experience could’ve been improved. The food was plentiful and delicious, lots of local & spicy options, as well as more (bland), American/European fare. Dive platform was perfect: well maintained equipment in excellent condition, plenty of space to kit up, individual stations to store your personal equipment. Briefings were incredibly thorough, even down to showing underwater maps of each site we visited, so we always knew what to expect. Schedule required early starts, but the day was well-planned out. Will go again with them within the next 2 years.”
Recommended for: Very comprehensive briefings and preparation. Delicious Food. Amazing underwater life.
Customer Review By Jadon D, from: United States scored the Emperor Virgo 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 75 reviews and information click here: Emperor Virgo .
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Emperor Virgo Boat Features
The Emperor Virgo liveaboard scores 43% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 7 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Emperor Virgo 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
- • Available for charter
- • Charging stations
- • Indoor saloon
- • Leisure deck
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Paid)
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The boat features that are not found on the Emperor Virgo include the following: Audio & video entertainment, Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Dedicated local & international crew, Family Friendly Cruise, 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 Virgo Cabin Features
The Emperor Virgo liveaboard scores 27% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 3 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Emperor Virgo liveaboard has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 9 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 Virgo 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 Virgo Diving Features
The Emperor Virgo Liveaboard scores 52% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 11 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Emperor Virgo 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 Virgo 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
- • Separate rinse for u/w camera
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Emperor Virgo include the following: Camera room, Custom built for diving, Outside showers, 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 Virgo Food & Dining Features
The Emperor Virgo liveaboard scores 42% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 6 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Emperor Virgo liveaboard has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Full-board option
- • Local food
- • Vegetarian options
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Emperor Virgo include the following: Al fresco dining, Beach BBQ, BBQ area, Fine cuisine, Half-board option, Set menu dinner, Snacks all day, Vegan options.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Emperor Virgo Drink & Refreshment Features
The Emperor Virgo 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 Virgo 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 Virgo include the following: Free soft drinks, Welcome cocktails.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Tea & coffee
- • Wine with dinner
Emperor Virgo Other Recreational Activities
The Emperor Virgo liveaboard scores 11% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 2 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below).
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- • Snorkel equipment
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Emperor Virgo include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Kayaks on-board, Library, 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 Virgo Included in the Price
When you book the Emperor Virgo 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 Virgo Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Airport transfer
- ✓ 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 Virgo Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Emperor Virgo 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 Virgo Liveaboard.
- + Alcoholic beverages
- + Alcoholic drinks at dinner
- + Diving insurance
- + Gratuities
- + Nitrox course
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
- + Soft drinks
- + Soft drinks at meal times
- + Travel insurance
- + WiFi Internet
Emperor Virgo Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Emperor Virgo 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 Virgo Liveaboard dive trip.
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Vessel Details
- Length: 5.0m (16.4ft)
- Beam: 9.4m (30.8ft)
- Max guests: 18
- Cabins: 9
- Bathrooms: 9
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Emperor Virgo are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Emperor Virgo. Emperor Virgo liveaboard scores 76% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 13 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
- • E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Engine room CCTV
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • 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 Virgo include the following: Depth Sounder, Emergency Flares, Fishfinder, Radar.