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When I planned my dive trip to Con Dao, Vietnam, I expected stunning reefs. And I found them. But I saw something on the Amadive dive list: **A Shipwreck Dive**. My pulse jumped. This wasn't just a standard dive; this was an adventure into history.
I have to admit, I felt nervous. Wreck diving is serious business. But the crew at **Amadive** was fantastic. The PADI instructors gave us a detailed briefing. We covered our safety procedures, the story of the sunken ship, and what to expect down there. Being in a small group immediately put me at ease comfortable.
Descending was surreal. First, it was just a dark shape in the blue, then suddenly it came into view. It is massive. The ship is now a bustling artificial reef, draped in corals and check here teeming with fish. We saw big groupers hiding from inside the cargo hold, and lionfish hiding in the superstructure. That feeling of swimming next to this silent, ghostly vessel is hard to describe—eerie, awe-inspiring, and humbling all at once. It truly is a time capsule under the water.
If you're an Open Water diver (or higher) visiting Con Dao and seeking something beyond the usual reef dive, I cannot urge you this **Con Dao wreck dive** enough. It was the unforgettable highlight of my Vietnam trip. A huge shout-out to the **Amadive** team for their professionalism and for making this incredible experience so safe.