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When I planned my dive trip to Con Dao, I was picturing beautiful reefs. And don't get me wrong, they were amazing. But then I discovered something on Amadive Con Dao's itinerary: **Wreck Diving**. My pulse leaped. This wasn't just a standard reef dive; this was journey into history.
Honestly, I was a bit nervous. Diving a wreck is serious business. But the team at **Amadive Con Dao Dive Center** was incredible. Their Divemasters gave us a very thorough safety briefing. We discussed safety protocols, the story of the sunken ship, and what we would see. The fact we were in such a small group immediately put me at ease comfortable.
Descending was unforgettable. First, it was just a shadow in the distance, then suddenly the structure came into view. It is enormous. It's now a thriving new home, draped in soft corals and swarming with marine life. I spotted big groupers peeking from the cargo hold, and schools of fusiliers hiding in the cracks. The feeling of swimming alongside this giant, silent vessel was indescribable—eerie, beautiful, and humbling at the same time. It truly is a time capsule on the seabed.
If you're an Open Water diver (or higher) coming to Con Dao and seeking something more the standard reef, I cannot recommend this **Con Dao wreck dive** enough. It was the unforgettable highlight of Where to dive in Vietnam my diving trip. A huge shout-out to the **Amadive Con Dao** team for their professionalism and for making this incredible adventure possible and safe.