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When I booked my dive trip to Con Dao, I was picturing stunning reefs. And I found them. But I saw something on the Amadive itinerary: **A Shipwreck Dive**. My pulse jumped. This was more than a typical reef dive; this was an adventure into the past.
Honestly, I was a bit a little apprehensive. Wreck diving is serious business. But the crew at **Amadive Con Dao Dive Center** were incredible. Their Divemasters gave us a very thorough safety briefing. We discussed safety protocols, the story of the sunken ship, and what to expect down there. The fact we were in such a small group immediately put me at ease comfortable.
Descending was magical. First, it was just a shadow in the blue, then suddenly it came into view. It was huge. The ship is now a thriving artificial reef, covered in soft corals and teeming with marine life. We saw big groupers peeking from inside the cargo hold, and lionfish hiding in the cracks. That feeling of swimming alongside this silent, ghostly vessel was hard to describe—haunting, beautiful, and humbling all at once. It's a time capsule under the water.
For any an Open Water diver (or higher) visiting Con Dao and looking for something more the standard reef, I cannot recommend this **dive** enough. It was the unforgettable highlight of my diving trip. A huge shout-out to the **Amadive Con Dao** team for their professionalism and for making this incredible website adventure so safe.