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When I planned my scuba diving trip to Con Dao, Vietnam, I was picturing vibrant reefs. And don't get me wrong, they were amazing. But I discovered something on the Amadive dive list: **Diving a Sunken Wreck**. My pulse jumped. This wasn't just a typical reef dive; this was an journey into the past.

I have to admit, I was a bit nervous. Diving a wreck requires extra care. But the crew at **Amadive Con Dao Dive Center** were fantastic. Their PADI guides gave us an excellent briefing. We covered our safety procedures, the history of the sunken ship, and what we would see. The fact we were in a small group immediately made me feel safe.

Going down was surreal. First, it's a shadow in the blue, then suddenly the structure came into view. It is massive. It's now a bustling artificial reef, covered in soft corals and teeming with marine life. I spotted big groupers peeking from the cargo hold, and schools of fusiliers patrolling the superstructure. That feeling of gliding alongside this giant, silent vessel was indescribable—eerie, awe-inspiring, and humbling at the same time. It's a time capsule under the water.

For any an Open Water diver (or higher) visiting Con Dao and looking for an adventure check here beyond the usual reef dive, I cannot recommend this **Con Dao wreck dive** enough. It was the unforgettable highlight of my Vietnam trip. A massive thank you to the **Amadive** crew for their professionalism and for making this incredible adventure possible and safe.