FLEET RESERVATIONS

Saba / St Kitts – North-Eastern Caribbean

COVID Travel Advisory by Destination.

Dive & Trip Insurance information – Dive accident insurance is required for the Galapagos, Maldives, and the Red Sea, and is strongly recommended for all destinations.  In addition, we strongly encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance that covers COVID-related expenses. Should guests test positive, quarantine regulations vary by destination.  While crew and staff will work with local authorities to make arrangements, the cost of quarantine accommodations, food, supplies, testing, medical needs, flight changes and other expenses are the responsibility of each guest.

Transfers to the boat – Although we do help arrange transfers to/from the boat, they are not included in the package price. Airport transfers currently run about $15-30 per person in St. Maarten and $10-15 per person in St. Kitts.

For trips starting in St. Maarten – please plan to be in St. Maarten by 4pm on the date of departure in order to facilitate the vessel’s clearance and timely departure for Saba.  If the flight arrival time is between 3PM and 4PM, please send us a copy of the passports for all travelers prior to departure.

We request that guests take a printed paper copy of return or onward flight itineraries and post-charter hotel confirmations with them to the vessel.

Caribbean Explorer II® Trip Information
Dive Green – Know before you go
Current Onboard Charges

To be completed by each traveler no later than the final payment:

• Online application form (contact us for your individual link)
• Caribbean Liability Release and Diver Responsibility Statement (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only. 
• Submit a copy of passport (required if arriving between 3-4PM on departure day, otherwise, optional)

For Groups only:

• Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form (PDF) – Return 60 days before departure
• Proof of professional liability insurance if any instructors on this reservation are conducting courses onboard. (Please contact us for the list of companies to add as additionally insureds.)

All documentation may be returned to us by direct upload here: Secure Upload. Other options include sending via mail, scanning and emailing to info@explorerventures.com, or faxing to +1-307-235-0686.

Turks & Caicos Islands

COVID Travel Advisory by Destination.

Dive & Trip Insurance information – Dive accident insurance is required for the Galapagos, Maldives, and the Red Sea, and is strongly recommended for all destinations.  In addition, we strongly encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance that covers COVID-related expenses. Should guests test positive, quarantine regulations vary by destination.  While crew and staff will work with local authorities to make arrangements, the cost of quarantine accommodations, food, supplies, testing, medical needs, flight changes and other expenses are the responsibility of each guest.

Transfers to the boat – Although we do help arrange transfers to/from the boat, they are not included in the package price and currently run $45 for up to two people (each way) and $25 per person thereafter

Turks & Caicos Explorer II® Trip Information
Dive Green – Know before you go
Current Onboard Charges

To be completed by each traveler no later than the final payment:

• Online application form (contact us for your individual link)
• Caribbean Liability Release and Diver Responsibility Statement (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only. 
• Submit a copy of passport (optional)

For Groups only:

• Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form (PDF) – Return 60 days before departure
• Proof of professional liability insurance if any instructors on this reservation are conducting courses onboard. (Please contact us for the list of companies to add as additionally insureds.)

All documentation may be returned to us by direct upload here: Secure Upload. Other options include sending via mail, scanning and emailing to info@explorerventures.com, or faxing to +1-307-235-0686.

Galapagos

COVID Travel Advisory by Destination.

Dive & Trip Insurance information – Dive accident insurance is required for this destination.  In addition, we strongly encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance that covers COVID-related expenses. Should guests test positive, quarantine regulations vary by destination.  While crew and staff will work with local authorities to make arrangements, the cost of quarantine accommodations, food, supplies, testing, medical needs, flight changes and other expenses are the responsibility of each guest.

Arriving to Ecuador and the Galapagos – Guests will need to fly into Quito (UIO) or Guayaquil (GYE) in Ecuador at least one day before the trip.  You can fly American through Miami, United through Houston, Delta through Atlanta or LAN Ecuador or COPA out of Miami.  We can make hotel recommendations and reservations for you, plus organize any tours on mainland Ecuador or in the Galapagos Islands.  We recommend flying to Ecuador two days before the trip date, so guests can be sure to have all luggage for the flight to Galapagos.  Currently, the flights to Galapagos go early morning on the day of embarkation from both Quito and Guayaquil.  We can take care of the domestic flight booking to/from Galapagos.  They are not included in the package price and currently range from $530-620 per person, although prices may change.  Booking domestic flights may be slightly cheaper online, but if you encounter problems, we won’t be able to help you.  If the domestic flights are booked through us, we have direct contacts in Ecuador who are better able to assist you in the case of delays or other problems with the domestic flights. Please note all guests must arrive in Baltra no later than 11AM on embarkation day to meet the group transfer at the airport.

Click here to check important information about domestic flights from Mainland Ecuador to the Galapagos Islands. 

Departing the Galapagos – Flights depart from Baltra, Galapagos between 10am and 1pm on the day guests disembark the boat.  Guests must allow a minimum of three hours between arrival time in Quito or Guayaquil and an international flight.  For this reason, we recommend not booking a flight before 5pm out of Guayaquil or before 6pm out of Quito.

Current Onboard Charges – Onboard charges may be paid in cash or with Visa or MasterCard only.  US Dollars larger than $20 are not accepted onboard or at local banks.  Credit card payments aboard the vessel and elsewhere in Ecuador are subject to a 12% IVA and 5% service fee.

Humboldt Explorer®:

Humboldt Explorer Trip Information
Important information about domestic flights.
Dive Green – Know before you go

      To be completed by each traveler no later than the final payment:

• Online application form (contact us for your individual link).
• Explorer Ventures Partner Liability Release (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only.
• Humboldt Explorer Liability Release and Diver Responsibility Statement (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only. 
• Submit a copy of passport (required for domestic flights)

       For Humboldt Explorer Groups only:

• Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form (PDF) – Return 60 days before departure

Tiburon Explorer®:

Tiburon Explorer Trip Information
Important information about domestic flights.
Dive Green – Know before you go

       To be completed by each traveler no later than the final payment:

• Online application form (contact us for your individual link)
• Explorer Ventures Partner Liability Release (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only.
• Tiburon Explorer Liability Release and Diver Responsibility Statement (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only. 
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• Submit a copy of passport (required for domestic flights)

       For Tiburon Explorer Groups only:

• Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form (PDF) – Return 60 days before departure

All documentation may be returned to us by direct upload here: Secure Upload. Other options include sending via mail, scanning and emailing to info@explorerventures.com, or faxing to +1-307-235-0686.

Indonesia

COVID Travel Advisory by Destination

Dive & Trip Insurance information – Dive accident insurance is required for this destination.  In addition, we strongly encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance that covers COVID-related expenses. Should guests test positive, quarantine regulations vary by destination.  While crew and staff will work with local authorities to make arrangements, the cost of quarantine accommodations, food, supplies, testing, medical needs, flight changes and other expenses are the responsibility of each guest.

Cabin Assignments – Although an effort will be made to pair you with another traveler of the same gender, if possible, roommate gender is not guaranteed.  Final cabin assignment will be made at the time of travel.

Trip Information Sheet – Please contact us to get your trip information sheet as per the chosen itinerary.

Transfers – Airport and hotel transfers are included if arrival and departure is on the boat’s schedule, and if your local hotel is within the boat’s pickup area. Please check your specific trip itinerary for transfer times and hotels within the pickup area.

Current Onboard Charges – On board charges may be paid in cash in the following currencies: USD, Euro, Singapore Dollar and Indonesia Rupiah or with a MasterCard or Visa credit card (subject to a 4.5% fee).

To be completed by each traveler no later than the final payment:

• Online application form (contact us for your individual link)
• Explorer Ventures Partner Liability Release (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only.
• In addition to the pre-trip paperwork completed and returned prior to departure, all passengers will be asked to complete some local paperwork on arrival, including White Manta Fleet’s Indemnity Form (PDF) and the boat’s liability release. If you complete the Indemnity Form prior to departure, be sure to take a copy of it with you to submit onboard.
• Submit a copy of passport (optional)

For Blue Manta Explorer Groups only:

• Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form (PDF) – Return 60 days before departure
• Proof of professional liability insurance if any instructors on this reservation are conducting courses onboard. (Please contact us for the list of companies to add as additionally insureds.)

For White Manta Explorer Groups only:

• Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form (PDF) – Return 60 days before departure

All documentation may be returned to us by direct upload here: Secure Upload. Other options include sending via mail, scanning and emailing to info@explorerventures.com, or faxing to +1-307-235-0686.

Maldives

COVID Travel Advisory by Destination

Dive & Trip Insurance information – Dive accident insurance is required for this destination.  Short-term dive accident insurance is available for purchase on board, but we recommend the purchase of a full policy prior to departure.  In addition, we strongly encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance that covers COVID-related expenses. Should guests test positive, quarantine regulations vary by destination.  While crew and staff will work with local authorities to make arrangements, the cost of quarantine accommodations, food, supplies, testing, medical needs, flight changes and other expenses are the responsibility of each guest.

Airport Transfers – On all regular itineraries there are 2 transfers from the airport to the boat, on boat departure day, at 12:00pm and 4:00pm.

For those on the 12:00am transfer, the boat may not be completely ready, and they may not move into their cabins right away. Guests arriving on boat departure day will be met by a boat representative wearing an EMPEROR MALDIVES T-shirt and holding an EMPEROR MALDIVES sign. The meeting point is outside the airport, beside the information desk.

Guests arriving prior to boat departure day, with the trip starting in Male, should plan on meeting outside the airport, beside the information desk for the 4:00pm transfer.

When a domestic flight is required for your itinerary:

Domestic Flight at start of trip: Guests arriving prior to boat departure day, with a domestic flight at the beginning of the trip, should plan on arriving at the domestic airport two hours prior to departure time of the domestic flight. When possible, guests will be met by an Emperor Explorer representative and assisted with check-in.

Domestic Flight at end of trip: The group will be transferred to the airport for the flight back to Male.

Emperor Explorer® Trip Information
Current Onboard Charges

To be completed by each traveler no later than the final payment:

• Online application form (contact us for your individual link)
• Explorer Ventures Partner Liability Release (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only.
• Emperor Explorer Liability Release form (NOTE; There are two Emperor Maldives Liability Release forms available. One form is for US residents. The other is for non-US residents.)
  • EE Release – US Residents (online waiver)
  • EE Release – Non-US Residents (Online Waiver)
• Submit a copy of passport (required for domestic flights)

For Groups only:

• Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form (PDF) – Return 60 days before departure
• Proof of professional liability insurance if any instructors on this reservation are conducting courses onboard. (Please contact us for the list of companies to add as additionally insureds.)

All documentation may be returned to us by direct upload here: Secure Upload. Other options include sending via mail, scanning and emailing to info@explorerventures.com, or faxing to +1-307-235-0686.

Red Sea

COVID Travel Advisory by Destination

Dive & Trip Insurance information – Dive accident insurance is required for this destination.  Short-term dive accident insurance is available for purchase on board, but we recommend the purchase of a full policy prior to departure.  In addition, we strongly encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance that covers COVID-related expenses. Should guests test positive, quarantine regulations vary by destination.  While crew and staff will work with local authorities to make arrangements, the cost of quarantine accommodations, food, supplies, testing, medical needs, flight changes and other expenses are the responsibility of each guest.

Airport Transfers – Two transfers are included (between airport or hotel and boat). For those arriving before boat departure day or departing after the final day, airport transfers to/from a local hotel can be arranged for a fee.  Please contact us in advance to arrange transfer(s).  Guests, with transfers arranged by us, will be met by a representative holding a sign that says SEA SERPENT or SEA SERPENT GRAND.

Grand Sea Explorer® (Sea Serpent Grand) Trip Information
Glory Sea Explorer® (Glorious Glory) Trip Information
Current Onboard Charges
Pre-Travel Checklist

To be completed by each traveler no later than the final payment:

• Online application form (contact us for your individual link)
• Explorer Ventures Partner Liability Release (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only.
• Submit a copy of passport (required for this destination)

For Groups only:

• Grand Sea Explorer Vessel Layout & Specs
  
• Glory Sea Explorer Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form (PDF) – Return 90 days before departure
• Proof of professional liability insurance if any instructors on this reservation are conducting courses onboard. (Please contact us for the list of companies to add as additionally insureds.)

NOTE: In addition to the EV forms completed and returned prior to departure, all passengers will be asked to complete a Sea Serpent Liability Release upon boarding.

Please review the RSTC Medical Form (PDF).  As a reminder, it is a local requirement that divers complete a medical declaration and provide a physician’s clearance, where applicable.

All documentation may be returned to us by direct upload here: Secure Upload. Other options include sending via mail, scanning and emailing to info@explorerventures.com, or faxing to +1-307-235-0686.

Palau

COVID Travel Advisory by Destination

Dive & Trip Insurance information – Dive accident insurance is required for this destination.  Short-term dive accident insurance is available for purchase on board, but we recommend the purchase of a full policy prior to departure.  In addition, we strongly encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance that covers COVID-related expenses. Should guests test positive, quarantine regulations vary by destination.  While crew and staff will work with local authorities to make arrangements, the cost of quarantine accommodations, food, supplies, testing, medical needs, flight changes and other expenses are the responsibility of each guest.

Airport Transfers – Two transfers are included (between airport or Koror hotel and boat). For those arriving before boat departure day or departing after the final day, airport transfers to/from a local hotel must be arranged by your selected accommodation.

Black Pearl Explorer Trip Information
Current Onboard Charges
Dive Green – Know before you go

To be completed by each traveler no later than the final payment:

• Online application form (contact us for your individual link)
• Explorer Ventures Partner Liability Release (Online Waiver) – For adult travelers only.
• Black Pearl Explorer Liability Release (SmartWaiver) 
• Palau Diver Medical Questionnaire (SmartWaiver) – It is a local requirement to complete a medical declaration and provide a physician’s clearance, where applicable.
• Submit a copy of passport (optional for this destination)

For Groups only:

• Vessel Layout & Specs
• Cabin Assignment Form – For groups of 22 guests of less (PDF) – Return 90 days before departure
• Cabin Assignment Form – For groups of 24 guests (PDF) – Return 90 days before departure
• Proof of professional liability insurance if any instructors on this reservation are conducting courses onboard. (Please contact us for the list of companies to add as additionally insureds.)

Please review the RSTC Medical Form (PDF).  As a reminder, it is a local requirement that divers complete a medical declaration and provide a physician’s clearance, where applicable.

All documentation may be returned to us by direct upload here: Secure Upload. Other options include sending via mail, scanning and emailing to info@explorerventures.com, or faxing to +1-307-235-0686.

Payments

All liveaboard diving fun can’t be free. Click here to check our current onboard charges or each destination and download the pricing spreadsheet here:   

If you prefer to pay by credit card online, please use our Secured Payment page.
If you do not want to use our Secured payment page, you can also fill out the Reservation Form (PDF) and send it back to us. We will charge the appropriate amount to the credit card specified, and if you specify we will charge your final payment 60/90 days before departure

If you would prefer to pay by check, please confirm your reservation with us via phone or email, and mail the reservation form with your trip payment (either a deposit of 30% if you are booking well in advance, or full payment if you are booking close to 60 days or less prior to departure).

NOTE: The Applications/Liability Release forms must be completed without modification and received in our office no later than 60 days prior to boarding. A copy of these forms MUST also be presented to the crew upon arrival.

Additional Terms & Conditions

Use of Discounts

Periodically we may offer special rates on our fares aboard our vessels. Please be aware that these discounts cannot be combined, and that any discounted fare which you receive will not apply to the number of trips which you have taken with us in anticipation of your 6th Trip Free credit. For example, if you have already taken advantage of one our special offers (such as the Crazy Insane Special) for one of your five previous trips, that trip would not apply to the total trips necessary. Thank you for your understanding!

Additional Information

Please note that discounts apply only to the trip cost itself; special rates do not apply to on-board charges and fees such as instruction costs, crew gratuities, retail sales, fuel surcharges, or government taxes or port fees in the jurisdictions which we visit. Discounts do not apply to single supplements.

Terms And Conditions: Free Trips

On occasion, we will award complementary trips aboard our vessels for various reasons, including but not limited to underwater photo prizes, silent auctions for charity events, and the like. All free trips are subject to the following terms and conditions:

• Free trips do not include airfare, port fees, fuel surcharges, or on-board charges (crew gratuities, rentals, instruction, etc). In other words, they include only our standard package inclusions as listed on our price sheets.
• Free trips are not transferable to anyone for any reason.
• Free trips are generally only redeemable for the least-expensive cabin aboard the vessel, unless otherwise specified in writing. Upgrades in exchange for payment of the price difference are available, space permitting.
  With the exception of 6th Trip Free credits (see below), free trips may only be confirmed 60 days before departure, and will be subject to space availability. We reserve the right to shorten the confirmation period to a minimum of 14 days prior to departure, in the event of high demand for a particular trip. We understand that this may increase the uncertainty of scheduling your vacation, as well as result occasionally in increased airfare costs for you. Please understand that we make every effort to accommodate both paying passengers, and passengers who have been provided a free trip.
• All free trips (with the exception of 6th Trip Free credits) have an expiration date; please contact us and make arrangements to complete your trip prior to that date. If, however, you have made a reservation which we are unable to accommodate due to cabin availability (see above), we’ll extend the deadline as long as you contact us within 30 days to reschedule at some point in future.
• Free trips do not count towards free berth allocations given to reservations for groups of 6 or more