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When I booked my scuba diving trip to Con Dao, Vietnam, I was picturing stunning reefs. And don't get me wrong, they were amazing. But then I discovered something on Amadive Con Dao's dive list: **A Shipwreck Dive**. My heart leaped. This wasn't just a standard reef dive; this was journey into history.
Honestly, I was a bit a little apprehensive. Wreck diving requires extra care. But the team at **Amadive** was fantastic. Their PADI instructors provided a very thorough safety briefing. We covered safety protocols, the history of the sunken ship, and what we would see. The fact we were in such a small check here group immediately put me at ease comfortable.
Going down was magical. First, it's a dark shape in the blue, and then the ship appeared. It was huge. The ship is now a bustling artificial reef, covered in corals and swarming with marine life. We saw big groupers hiding from inside the hull, and lionfish hiding in the cracks. That feeling of gliding next to this giant, silent structure is indescribable—eerie, beautiful, and humbling all at once. It's a time capsule on the seabed.
If you're a certified diver visiting Con Dao and seeking an adventure beyond the usual reef dive, I cannot recommend this **dive** enough. It was the unforgettable highlight of my Vietnam trip. A massive shout-out to the **Amadive Con Dao** team for their professionalism and for making this unforgettable adventure possible and safe.