About Emperor Elite

Award-Winning Comfort with Transparent Red Sea Pricing

M/Y Emperor Elite is a 38-metre, purpose-built liveaboard offering year-round access to some of the Egyptian Red Sea’s most celebrated reefs, wrecks and offshore dive sites. Named Best Liveaboard in the 2020 DIVE Magazine Awards, the vessel combines comfortable accommodation, experienced dive operations and an extensive range of inclusions.

Emperor Elite welcomes up to 26 guests in 13 air-conditioned cabins, each with a private ensuite bathroom. Accommodation includes eight contemporary Standard Cabins on the lower deck, three Premium Twin Cabins positioned across the vessel, a spacious Premium Executive Suite and a Double Junior Suite on the upper deck. This varied selection provides suitable options for friends, couples and guests seeking additional space.

Between dives, guests can relax in either of the two air-conditioned saloons, enjoy entertainment from the television and media system or meet fellow travellers at the bar. A large, shaded sundeck offers a peaceful place to stretch out, enjoy the sea breeze and watch the Red Sea scenery pass by.

Buffet-style meals are served throughout the cruise, accompanied by soft drinks and complimentary red wine with dinner. Wi-Fi is also included when a connection is available, helping guests remain in contact while travelling.

Diving is supported by two professional guides, with a programme normally offering at least two dives per day during six diving days. Nitrox fills are included for suitably certified divers, together with tanks and weights. Departures from Hurghada and Port Ghalib provide access to a varied collection of itineraries, including Reefs and Wrecks, Simply the Best, South and St John’s, and dedicated shark-focused routes.

Emperor Elite’s straightforward pricing is an important part of the experience. Port charges

Ship Welfare

Air conditioning common areas
Alcohol available
Equipment rinse area
Freshwater availability
Full board meals
Shaded lounge
Snacks
Soft drinks
Sun deck
Towels
WiFi

Ship Safety

AIS system
Bilge pump system
Fire blankets
Fire detection system
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit
GPS navigation
Life jackets
Life rafts
Medical protocols
Medical trained crew
Oxygen supply system
Radar system
Satellite phone

Dive Operation

Compressors
Dive briefings
Dive deck
Dive guides
Dive tenders
Dives per day
Equipment rental
Guide to diver ratio
Nitrox

Onboard Experience

Food & Drink

Food and drinks on the MV Emperor Elite liveaboard in the Red Sea feature an open-buffet style with a mix of international and Egyptian cuisine.

Meals

Three Meals a Day:

Served open-buffet style in the main deck dining area, featuring a selection of meat, fish, vegetable, salad, and starch dishes.

Breakfast:

European-style options including sliced cold cuts, cheese, yogurt, croissants, and toast, alongside hot breakfast items.

Lunch & Dinner:

Varied daily menus with Western dishes (such as lasagna), local Egyptian specialties (like aubergine salad), soups, and freshly prepared desserts.

All-Day Snacks:

Free snacks, cakes, biscuits, cookies, and fresh fruit available throughout the day.

Drinks

Free & Unlimited (24/7):

Water, soft drinks, tea, coffee (including hot chocolate).

Specialty Coffee:

A premium coffee bar on the upper deck offering espresso, latte, and cappuccino.

Alcohol:

Complimentary red wine or beer is included with dinner. Additional alcoholic drinks (beer and wine) are available from the locally stocked bars on the main and upper decks.

Dietary Requirements

The crew can accommodate specific dietary preferences or vegetarian diets. You should inform them of any special requirements before the cruise departs the harbor.

Common Areas

Other Area

The MV Emperor Elite is a 38-meter Red Sea liveaboard vessel designed to accommodate up to 26 guests across several structured indoor and outdoor decks.

Saloon & Dining Areas

Air-Conditioned Saloon: Roomy, plush seating area that doubles as the space for dive briefings and media viewing. It features a large multimedia/entertainment system with a widescreen TV, movie/music library, and power outlets for charging camera gear.

Dining Room:

Seamlessly connected to the main saloon, offering freshly prepared buffet-style meals and complimentary dinner wine.

Bars:

Includes indoor bar options and a dedicated upper deck premium coffee bar serving espresso, cappuccino, and lattes.

Floor Plans

Available Tours

26/11/2026-03/12/2026
Safaga, Brothers & Elphinstone aboard Emperor Elite.
7 nights · Red Sea - Egypt - The Brothers · Limited
from1,745per person / USD
17/12/2026-24/12/2026
Reefs & Wrecks aboard Emperor Elite.
7 nights · Red Sea - Egypt · Available
from1,512per person / USD
24/12/2026-31/12/2026
Reefs & Wrecks aboard Emperor Elite.
7 nights · Red Sea - Egypt · Available
from1,512per person / USD
31/12/2026-07/01/2027
Reefs & Wrecks aboard Emperor Elite.
7 nights · Red Sea - Egypt · Available
from1,512per person / USD
07/01/2027-14/01/2027
Reefs & Wrecks aboard Emperor Elite.
7 nights · Red Sea - Egypt · Available
from1,512per person / USD

Cabin Types

Choose a departure period to see the physical cabin layout offered for those tours.

Lower Deck Twin Cabins

There are eight twin-bed cabins located on the Lower Deck. These twin-berth cabins are approximately 10 sqm and feature portholes, twin beds, and individually controlled air-conditioning. Each cabin includes an ensuite...

Capacity: 2 personBed: Twin Beds
Price per guest from1,966USD
8 cabins on this vessel
24h electricity
Air conditioning cabin
Ensuite bathroom
Housekeeping
Power outlets
Single Bed
Storage space
Windows / portholes

Upper Deck Twin Cabins

There are two twin-bed cabins located on the Upper Deck. These cabins measure approximately 9 sqm and feature large windows, twin beds, and individually controlled air-conditioning. Each cabin includes an ensuite...

Capacity: 2 personBed: Twin Beds
Price per guest from1,955USD
2 cabins on this vessel
24h electricity
Air conditioning cabin
Ensuite bathroom
Housekeeping
Power outlets
Single Bed
Storage space
Windows / portholes

Main Deck Twin Cabin

The Main Deck twin cabin measures approximately 12 sqm and features a large window, twin beds that can be converted into a double bed upon request, and individually controlled air-conditioning. The cabin includes an...

Capacity: 2 personBed: Twin Beds
Price per guest from1,966USD
1 cabin on this vessel
24h electricity
Air conditioning cabin
Ensuite bathroom
Housekeeping
Power outlets
Single Bed
Storage space
Windows / portholes

Upper Deck Junior Suite

The Junior Suite is located on the Upper Deck and measures approximately 19 sqm. It features panoramic windows, a king-sized double bed, and a sofa that converts into a full-size single bed. The suite is equipped with...

Capacity: 2 personBed: Double Bed
Price per guest from2,195USD
1 cabin on this vessel
24h electricity
Air conditioning cabin
Double Bed
Ensuite bathroom
Housekeeping
Power outlets
Storage space
Windows / portholes

Upper Deck Executive Suite

The Executive Suite is located on the Upper Deck and measures approximately 28 sqm. It features large windows, a king-sized double bed, and two sofas, one of which converts into a full-size single bed. The suite...

Capacity: 2 personBed: Double Bed
Price per guest from2,468USD
1 cabin on this vessel
24h electricity
Air conditioning cabin
Double Bed
Ensuite bathroom
Hot water shower
Housekeeping
Power outlets
Storage space
Windows / portholes
Emperor Elite | Red Sea - Egypt - The Brothers