The 22 metre Empress II, is a unique steel vessel that has commandeered many explorations across Asian waters. Visiting Ambon, Raja Ampat, and Komodo, the Empress can accommodate up to 10 guests within 5 cabins, which range from bunk-style to double-berth. All cabins are equipped with AC and portholes. For the physically challenged there is a lift to lower divers into the water. There are plenty of spaces for relaxation such as 2 sun decks with a cinema under the stars. Solar panels on the roof make the Empress a more environmentally-friendly way to sail the high seas. Divers can venture from Raja Ampat to Triton Bay in 8 days. Here, manta rays, carpet sharks, and whale shark can be discovered. 7 nights will take divers from Raja Ampat to Misool, where the world-class sites of Nudi Rock and Cape Kri are visited. Travel from Komodo to Bali in 7 nights or spend 4 nights visiting Komodo National Park, discovering reef shark, manta ray, and Komodo dragons.

Diving

• DIN Adaptors
• Nitrox available
• Tech diving
• Rebreather Support
• Rinse hosts
• Dive deck
• Tenders for diving
• Sidemount Diving

Languages Spoken

Boat facilities

• Laundry Service
• Leisure Deck
• Shaded diving deck
• Camera Station
• Daily housekeeping
• Audio & video entertainment
• Library
• Aircon Cabins
• Sun Deck
• Indoor Saloon
• Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
• Warm Water Showers
• Photography Station
• Outdoor Dining
• Separate rinse for u/w camera
• Camera room with table and charging point
• Custom built for diving
• Charging stations
• En-Suite bathrooms

Onboard payments

• Visa
• Mastercard
• USD
• EUR
• GBP

• Western Food
• Local Food
• Vegetarian Options
• Buffet style
• Beer available
• Selection of wines
• Snacks All Day
• Vegan Options

If you have specific diet requests you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies. The liveaboard serves great food and you will be hungry after a full day of diving!

• Full Equipment
• 15L tanks
• Nitrox tank
• Fins
• Wetsuit
• Regulator
• BCD
• Dive Computer
• Snorkel equipment

There is diving gear available to rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. You will need to pay for the rental gear on board of the boat. Show prices

Booking process

Select a dive itinerary that suits your date preferencs and a cabin of your choice and enter your personal information. Submit the booking request. Once the booking is processed, you will receive an email notification with all booking details conveniently laid out in PDF.

Payment and cancellation

• More than 30 days out = 100 % refund
• Between 30 and 0 days out = 70 % refund
• Less than 31 days out = no refund

Included

VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.

Required Extras

Fuel Surcharge (270 USD per trip), National Park Fees (100-250 USD per trip), Port Fees (100-250 USD per trip).

Optional Extras

Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox, Nitrox Course (160 USD), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses.