As uncertainty over some flights continues to affect travel planning, Emperor Divers has announced a series of temporary booking measures designed to give divers added reassurance and flexibility when arranging liveaboard trips.

For the month of May, the long-established diving operator has introduced reduced deposits, additional protection for guests affected by airline cancellations, and extended payment terms across all liveaboard destinations.

Emperor Divers is adding to its Maldives fleet with the launch of Emperor Explorer II, a brand-new flagship liveaboard and the largest vessel the company has operated in the region.

At 44 metres long, Explorer II has been designed with a focus on space, comfort and functionality. The layout across four decks creates a sense of openness, with large windows throughout bringing in natural light and offering stunning sea views.

Explorer II will begin sailing in August 2026, with her predecessor, Emperor Explorer, continuing to operate until the end of May.

Why can two divers complete the same dive, yet only one experiences a problem?
A new Red Sea research initiative is setting out to find the answer.

Launched by Hypermed Red Sea and Baromedical Red Sea, and supported by Emperor Divers, the study will investigate individual susceptibility to diving-related stress using Doppler ultrasound technology. 

The project is overseen by Dr Hossam Nassef and Dr Hanaa M Nessim, with day-to-day operations led by Dr Abdelrahman Hossam and Dr Abdelhakim Hossam.

Building on the outstanding reputation of their Solomon Islands-based liveaboard, Emperor Bilikiki, the new dive centre delivers the same high-quality service for guests looking to explore the spectacular waters of the world-renowned Iron Bottom Sound through daily diving.

After more than 30 years of running world-class dive centres in Egypt, this marks an exciting new chapter as Emperor brings its daily diving expertise to one of the most remote and rewarding destinations on Earth.

Imagine touring the biodiverse waters of Raja Ampat aboard a beautiful schooner, foraging in jungle-clad islands, learning ancient cooking methods, and sleeping beneath the stars - all while connecting with the rich traditions and people of Indonesia. 

That’s exactly what guests can expect on Emperor Adventure’s exclusive new Indonesia Culture & Cuisine voyage curated by wild-cook and adventurer Tait Miller, which launches this October.

Emperor Divers has launched an exciting new brand: Emperor Adventure – designed for thrill-seekers and nature lovers looking to explore the world in unforgettable ways.

Emperor Adventure offers expertly-curated outdoor experiences across the globe, from trekking and foraging through Indonesia’s lush jungles and hiking Egypt’s timeless deserts, to surfing the waves of the Maldives and swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean and Red Sea.

The arrangement will see Emperor promote its new partner to a more global audience using its large customer base and strong market reputation as well as incorporating some of the operational and development work.

Bilikiki is a long-established and highly-regarded company that have delivered wonderful diving experiences to their guests in the Solomon Islands since the 1980s. As one of the only companies to operate in this region, they are undoubted experts in providing top-quality holidays to their guests in this part of the world.

New for 2025, the trip enables guests to embark on a journey through the hidden treasures of the amazing Alor archipelago providing encounters with awe-inspiring marine life, from playful dolphins and majestic whales to the elusive mola mola and various species of sharks.

Because of its location, this part of the Alor archipelago is an area difficult to reach other than from a liveaboard making it an extra-special diving experience.

To mark the recent PADI Women’s Day, they launched a very special trip which will be solely for the female divers.

Emperor said: “It’s a case of you asked, we listened!

“It’s a suggestion that often comes up and we’ve decided to put it into practice – so welcome to ‘Ladies Dive Cruise’.

“It’s a chance to leave the men back on the shore and get away for a bit girls-only time in the water.

“A serious diving experience – but only for the ladies.”