Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Great small-group liveaboard. The liveaboard with Explorer 1 was great. Since we were only three divers with three crew on the boat, the service was very personal and always adapted to the external conditions (swell, weather, diving conditions). From dive guide Joey to Captain Sparrow to cook Rosie, this was a great team. Thank you very much for the great week.”
Recommended for: the nice and competent crew. small group (3 divers + 3 crew). Selection of exchange spots.
Customer Review By Heiko S, from: Germany scored the Explorer 1 Catamaran 8.8 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 4 reviews and information click here: Explorer 1 Catamaran .
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Explorer 1 Catamaran Boat Features
The Explorer 1 Catamaran liveaboard scores 68% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 11 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Explorer 1 Catamaran 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
- • 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 (Paid)
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The boat features that are not found on the Explorer 1 Catamaran include the following: Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Airport transfer
- • Beach towels
- • Deck towels
- • Fuel surcharge
- • Port fees
Explorer 1 Catamaran Cabin Features
The Explorer 1 Catamaran liveaboard scores 36% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 4 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Explorer 1 Catamaran liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
Cabin Types Available
- 1 Double Cabin with shared bathroom
- 1 Double Cabin with ensuite bathroom
- 1 Single Cabin with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Daily housekeeping
- • Non-smoking rooms
- • Seaview cabins
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The cabin features that are not found on the Explorer 1 Catamaran include the following: En-suite bathrooms, Family cabins, Hair Dryer in Cabin, Laundry service, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin, TV in cabins.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Explorer 1 Catamaran Diving Features
The Explorer 1 Catamaran Liveaboard scores 66% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 14 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Explorer 1 Catamaran Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, so you can progress your skills at the same time as building your dive experience at an additional charge. In addition, it was custom built for diving, which means it is ideally suited for scuba divers. What’s more, it offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and water entry. You’ll also find it has nitrox available as a paid extra so you can extend bottom times if you choose.
- • Camera station
- • Charging stations
- • Custom built for diving
- • DIN adaptors
- • Dive deck
- • Gear rental
- • Nitrox (Paid)
- • Nitrox course
- • Outside showers
- • Rinse hoses
- • Scuba diving courses
- • Separate rinse for u/w camera
- • Shaded diving area
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Explorer 1 Catamaran include the following: Camera room, Rebreather support, Sidemount diving, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Tech diving, Tenders for diving, Underwater scooters.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Diving package
- • Rental gear
Explorer 1 Catamaran Food & Dining Features
The Explorer 1 Catamaran liveaboard scores 64% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 9 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Explorer 1 Catamaran 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
- • BBQ area
- • Beach BBQ
- • Dietary requirements
- • Fine cuisine
- • Full-board option
- • Local food
- • Snacks all day
- • Vegetarian options
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Explorer 1 Catamaran include the following: Buffet style, Half-board option, Set menu dinner, Vegan options, Western food.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Explorer 1 Catamaran Drink & Refreshment Features
The Explorer 1 Catamaran 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 Explorer 1 Catamaran Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are 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, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails.
- • Bar
- • Beer available
- • Fine wines selection
- • Welcome cocktails
- • Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Explorer 1 Catamaran include the following: Free soft drinks, Free wine w/dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Tea & coffee
- • Welcome cocktails
Explorer 1 Catamaran Other Recreational Activities
The Explorer 1 Catamaran liveaboard scores 35% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 6 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Explorer 1 Catamaran liveaboard includes the option to do a spot of fishing to catch your own dinner.
- • Fishing
- • Library
- • Naturalist guide
- • Naturalist itineraries
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- • Snorkel equipment
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Explorer 1 Catamaran include the following: Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Kayaks on-board, Massage, Sauna, Spa, Stand up paddleboard, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Fishing
- • Land excursions
- • Snorkel Gear
- • Snorkelling guide
Explorer 1 Catamaran Included in the Price
When you book the Explorer 1 Catamaran dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Seychelles. 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 Explorer 1 Catamaran Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Airport transfer
- ✓ Beach towels
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Complimentary toiletries
- ✓ Deck towels
- ✓ Diving package
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Fishing
- ✓ Fuel surcharge
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Land excursions
- ✓ Port fees
- ✓ Rental gear
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Snorkel Gear
- ✓ Snorkelling guide
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
- ✓ Welcome cocktails
Explorer 1 Catamaran Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Explorer 1 Catamaran 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 Seychelles.
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 Explorer 1 Catamaran Liveaboard.
- + Alcoholic beverages
- + Beach BBQ
- + Hotel transfer
- + Nitrox
- + Nitrox course
- + Private dive guide
- + Scuba diving courses
- + Soft drinks
- + WiFi Internet
Explorer 1 Catamaran Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Explorer 1 Catamaran dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees are mandatory to support conservation efforts in Seychelles and protect the underwater ecosystems you will be diving.
These required extras help support local marine conservation and dive tourism infrastructure. Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your Explorer 1 Catamaran Liveaboard dive trip.
- ! Environment tax
- ! National park fees
Vessel Details
- Length: 17.0m (55.8ft)
- Beam: 4.9m (16.1ft)
- Max guests: 6
- Cabins: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Explorer 1 Catamaran are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Explorer 1 Catamaran. Explorer 1 Catamaran liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 17 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
- • E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- • Emergency Flares
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Engine room CCTV
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • Fishfinder
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • Radar
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- • Satellite & Mobile Phones
- • Search light