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When I booked my scuba diving trip to Con Dao, I was picturing vibrant coral reefs. And I found them. But I discovered something on Amadive Con Dao's dive list: **Diving a Sunken Wreck**. My heart jumped. This was more than a typical dive; this was adventure into the past.
I have to admit, I felt a little apprehensive. Wreck diving requires extra care. But the team at **Amadive Con Dao Dive Center** were absolutely professional. Their Divemasters gave us a detailed safety briefing. We discussed our safety procedures, the history of the sunken ship, and what we would see. The fact we were in a small group instantly made me feel comfortable.
Descending was surreal. First, it was just a dark shape in the distance, and then the wreck came into view. It is massive. The ship is now a thriving new home, covered in soft corals and teeming with fish. We saw giant groupers peeking from the hull, and lionfish hiding in the cracks. The feeling of gliding next to this giant, silent vessel is more info indescribable—haunting, beautiful, and humbling at the same time. It's a time capsule under the water.
For any a certified diver visiting Con Dao and looking for something more the usual reef dive, I recommend this **dive** enough. It was the absolute highlight of my diving trip. A massive thank you to the **Amadive** team for their professionalism and for making this unforgettable experience so safe.