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When I planned my scuba diving trip to Con Dao, Vietnam, I expected stunning reefs. And don't get me wrong, they were amazing. But I saw something on Amadive Con Dao's dive list: **Diving a Sunken Wreck**. My heart jumped. This was more than a standard reef dive; this was an exploration into history.
Honestly, I was a bit nervous. Diving a wreck is serious business. But the crew at **Amadive Con Dao Dive Center** were absolutely professional. Their PADI instructors gave us a detailed safety briefing. We discussed our safety procedures, the history of the sunken ship, and what to expect below. Being in such a small group immediately made me feel confident.
Descending was surreal. First, it was just a dark shape in the distance, and then it came into view. It is huge. The ship is now a bustling artificial reef, draped in corals and swarming with marine life. I spotted giant groupers peeking from inside the cargo hold, and lionfish hiding in the cracks. The feeling of gliding alongside this giant, silent structure was hard to describe—eerie, awe-inspiring, and humbling at the same time. It truly is a time capsule under the water.
If you're an Open Water diver (or higher) coming to Con Dao and seeking an adventure more the usual reef dive, I recommend this **dive** enough. It was the unforgettable highlight of my Vietnam trip. A massive shout-out to the **Amadive Con Dao** crew for their more info expertise and for making this unforgettable experience so safe.