What will the meals be like?

• Please list on the application form any dietary needs you have
• A complementary glass of beer or wine with dinner is included

Aboard the Emperor Explorer II, evening meals and lunches usually consist of vegetables, rice, pasta, soup, chicken, beef or fish with occasional local specialties offered as additional options. Breakfast is the usual fare of eggs, beef bacon, sausages, pancakes, French toast, potatoes, cereal and fruit. Vegetarians are well accommodated.

If you have any dietary restrictions or requests, please indicate them on your application form. Please be advised that while the chef is careful not to use allergens in the food prepared for sensitive individuals, the boat has only one galley, one set of prep equipment and dishes and one chef, so we cannot completely eliminate the possibility of cross-contamination. If required, please let the crew know the location of any emergency-use medication when you board the boat. Please note that specific brands of drinks, dressings and food are often unavailable in the Maldives, and it can be very difficult for us to find low-fat, gluten-free or soy products, fresh fruit, shellfish and other items common elsewhere. Pork and pork products are not served aboard. While we will do our best to accommodate your requests, please be realistic and consider bringing some of your own foods if the lack thereof may constitute a health risk.

Water, tea, drip coffee and a glass of wine with dinner is complimentary. Due to the difficulty of importing alcohol and fruits into the Maldives, additional beer or wine, freshly made juices or any hard liquor will be added to your onboard bill.