Description
Boat
Emperor Elite is a custom-designed and built to a superior standard. It is a 38 metre long, 8 meter wide wooden hull liveaboar which built in 2006. It was refurb in 2021 and following a annually dry dock check and update to ensure the safety and comfort. It is yet the highest standard of Emperor Fleet in the Red Sea.
Emperor Elite has 4 decks in total, offering guests spacious social spaces as well as personal privacy, there is a spacious and contemporary saloon, restaurant and lounging areas.
There is an air-conditioned salon with a separate air-conditioned dining room on the main deck. The salon is well equipped with flat screen TV and Media Player, as well as a small library with all the marine related books, games, DVDs and more. During the liveaboard trip, the boat provide limited free Wi-Fi for internet browsing and connecting with communication, but available within signal range.
Emperor Elite offer buffet style meals with a variety of dishes to suit everyone. Plus water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, afternoon snacks, crisps/chips, cakes, biscuits, fruits are complimentary, along with free red wine with dinner and a bar on the upper deck. For any special dietary requests, such as vegetarian or any allergies, please inform us prior to booking.
There are two outdoor lounge on the upper deck plus a spacious sundeck with chaise longues, chairs and tables. It is the perfect place to enjoy the sun and relax while enjoying the beauty of the Egyptian scenery.
There is a comfortable dive deck with platform for guests to get ready for the beautiful underwater world of the Red Sea. Emperor Elite also provide FREE Nitrox up to 40%, plus partial pressure system and filling equipment for Tech purposes. And on the dive deck, there is also a recharge station for torch, cameras and flash equipments.
Cabin
Emperor Elitehas 13 guest cabins, it can accommodate up to 26 guests onboard.
All cabins have individually controlled air-conditioned, ensuite bathroom with shower (2 cabin towels per guest, hairdryers available, on request.), mini safe, 220V power plug facilities.
1 Executive Suite：
Located on the upper deck, measures approx. 28sqm, this cabin comes with a king-sized double bed, 42” flat screen TV (USB connection) and a mini fridge. Ensuite bathroom with separate shower room, large windows.
1 Junior Suite：
Located on the upper deck, measures approx. 19sqm, this cabin comes with a king-sized double bed, 32” flat screen TV (USB connection) and a mini fridge. Ensuite bathroom with separate shower room, panoramic windows.
2 Upper Deck Cabins：
Located on the upper deck, approx. 9sqm, each cabin comes two single beds side by side, which can be converted to a double bed on request, and a mini fridge, large windows.
1 Main Deck Cabin：
Located on the upper deck, approx. 12sqm, this cabin comes with two single beds side by side, which can be converted to a double bed on request, and a mini fridge, large window.
8 Standard Cabins：
Located on the lower deck, approx. 12sqm, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, portholes.
Diving
- 3 - 4 dives per day, an average of 20 - 23 dives per trip.
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
- OW with 50+ logged dives is strongly recommended.
- 3 mm wetsuit recommended for summer months
- 5 - 7 mm wetsuit recommended for winter months
- The min. age to scuba dive in the Red Sea is 15 years old.
- Please note that night dives are not permitted in the Marine Park
Other Information
- Nitrox：Complimentary for all Nitrox divers
- 15L Tanks：Limited available with additional cost
- Technical Dive Available：On request, with additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：On request, with additional cost
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional cost
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Complimentary mobile signal WIFI
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：Cash (EUR, USD, EGP) or credit cards
- Crew Number：14, include 2+ dive guides
Itineraries
Emperor Fleet - RED SEA Cruise Itineraries
Check in is usually after 18:00 on arrival day until late. Check out is at 09:00 on the last day.
There is no night diving at The Brothers, Deadalus, Rocky and Zarbagad Marine Parks so bear that in mind when choosing your itinerary. Some dive sites are visited by day boats but we include them in our itinerary because they are highly regarded.
Liveaboard Safaris Options :
Simply the Best - 8D/7N - Hurghada/Marsa Ghalib - Hurghada/Marsa Ghalib
Dive sites include :
Elphinstone, Brothers, Deadalus Reef
Diver requirments :
Emperor recommend that you have 30 logged dives to join this trip.
Safaga, Brothers & Elphinstone - 8D/7N - Hurghada/Marsa Ghalib - Hurghada/Marsa Ghalib
Dive sites include :
Panorama Reef, Middle Reef, Abu Kafan, Salem Express, Brother Islands, Abu Dabab and Elphinstone
Diver requirments :
Emperor recommend that you have 30 logged dives to join this trip.
South & St. Johns - 8D/7N - Marsa Ghalib - Marsa Ghalib
Dive sites include :
St. Johns, Fury Shoals Reef System
Diver requirments :
You don't need a minimum number of dives, but you should be comfortable with drift dives.
Daedalus, Fury & Elphinstone - 8D/7N - Marsa Ghalib - Marsa Ghalib
Dive sites include :
St. Johns, Fury Shoals Reef System
Diver requirments :
Emperor recommend that you have 30 logged dives to join this trip.
Famous Five Cruise - 8D/7N - Hurghada to Hurghada
Dive sites include :
Rosalie Moller, Abu Nuhas, Thistlegorm, Ras Mohamed, Brother Islands, Salem Express
Diver requirments :
Emperor recommend that you have 30 logged dives to join this trip.
Reefs & Wrecks - 8D/7N - Hurghada - Hurghada
Dive sites include :
Abu Nuhas, Straits of Gubal, SS Thistlegorm, Ras Mohamed, Straits of Tiran, Ulysses and others
Diver requirments :
You don't need a minimum number of dives, but you should be comfortable with drift dives.
Get Wrecked ! - 8D/7N - Hurghada - Hurghada
Dive sites include :
Explore the famous Northern Red Sea wrecks: Abu Nuhas, Ulysses, Rosalie Moller, Thistlegorm and others
Diver requirments :
Emperor recommend that you have 20 logged dives to join this trip.
Airport Transfers inlcuded in the Rate :
Only the transfers shown below are included on boarding and disembarking days. Should you require any other transfer please contact our agents.
Hurghada Airport - Hurghada Marina (boat) or local hotel
Scheduled Arrival pick up time : 18:00 (Nov - Apr) | 18:00 or 21:30 (May - Oct)
Scheduled Arrival drop off time : 09:30 (All year round)
Approx. transfer time : 20-30 mins
Hurghada Airport - Marsa Ghalib Marina (boat) or local hotel
Scheduled Arrival pick up time : 18:00 (Nov - Apr) | 18:00 or 21:30 (May - Oct)
Scheduled Arrival drop off time : 09:30 (All year round)
Approx. transfer time : 3hrs
Marsa Alam Airport - Marsa Ghalib Marina (boat) or local hotel
Scheduled Arrival pick up time : 18:00 (All year round)
Scheduled Arrival drop off time : 09:30 (All year round)
Approx. transfer time : 20-30 mins
On arrival you will be met outside the airport arrivals hall. If you are staying at a hotel, please let us know the name and Emperor Fleet will contact you in the hotel the evening before with a pick-up time. Approximate transfer times depend on the number of stops on route.
More
| Destinations | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Rebreather Friendly, Tech Friendly, Camera Station, Wi-Fi |
| Languages spoken | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish |
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- VAT and local taxes
- Fuel surcharge
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Complimentary alcoholic beverage with dinner
- Soft drinks
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Nitrox fills
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
- Wi-Fi
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Alcoholic beverage
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Dive courses on board
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Egypt
Best time for diving
March to May & September to October, however, Egypt can be good for scuba diving any time of the year. The whale shark season occurs from the end of May until the end of July in the northern Red Sea. The plankton blooms bring manta rays in to feed from May to August. From May to July, there is a higher chance to spot schooling of hammerheads in Daedalus, then the hammerheads move to Jackson Reef from July to September. And the turtle nesting season also happens from late May to early July. The Thresher Shark can be best spotted in winter. Grey reef sharks, dolphins, and dugongs can be spotted year-round.
About temperatures
Air : winter months are between 18°C - 25°C, summer months are between 32°C - 40°C.
Sea : winter months are between 20°C - 24°C, summer months are between 27°C - 30°C.
Wetsuit Recommendation
In the winter months, a 5 - 7 mm full wetsuit is recommended. In summer months a rash vest or 3 mm shorty wetsuit is recommended.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels depending on which route you are heading to. We do recommend a minimum of 30 logged dives with AOW or equivalent level to enjoy the dives in Egypt.
You can find out more information about diving in Egypt here : Egypt.
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Depending on which route you are heading to, the embarkation and disembarkation can be from Hurghada (HRG), Marsa Alam (RMF), or Sharm El Sheikh (SSH).
Visa Requirements
Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival at Egypt’s international airports. If you opt for a visa on arrival, you’ll need a passport that’s valid for at least six months from your arrival date, a travel itinerary, and documentation to prove accommodation or any booked tours.
Vaccinations
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if traveling from a country with a risk of YF virus transmission and ≥9 months of age, including transit >12 hours in an airport located in a country with a risk of YF virus transmission. This includes Eritrea, Rwanda, Somalia, Tanzania, and Zambia.1 In the absence of a vaccination certificate, the person will be detained in quarantine for up to 6 days after departure from an area at risk of YF virus transmission. An overview of the countries to which this applies can be downloaded here: Yellow Fever Risk Countries.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP), and ATMs are common, especially in the main tourist areas. Major hotels will usually accept payment by credit card. However, smaller hotels may expect cash and hard currency payments (USD/EUR).
Drones
To bring a drone to Egypt and fly it, you need to receive permission from the country’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). If you do not have documentation of authorization, your drone will be confiscated at customs. However, getting permission to fly a drone from the CAA is difficult. Should you somehow manage to get your drone in, the onboarding screening will detect your drone and one of two things will happen: 1. your drone will be confiscated at the point of arrival and stored at the airport. 2. the drone will be detected and confiscated when you are leaving the country and you’ll be sanctioned for bringing an illegal commodity to Egypt. - So don't risk it, and leave your drone at home if you’re planning to travel to Egypt.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such a service.
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