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When I booked my scuba diving trip to Con Dao, I expected beautiful coral reefs. And don't get me wrong, they were amazing. But then I saw something on the Amadive dive list: **A Shipwreck Dive**. My heart leaped. This wasn't just a typical dive; this was adventure into the past.
I have to admit, I was a bit a little apprehensive. Wreck diving requires extra care. But the team at **Amadive** was fantastic. The Divemasters provided a very thorough briefing. We covered safety protocols, the story of the wreck, and what to expect down there. The fact we were in a small group instantly made me feel comfortable.
Descending was magical. First, it was just a dark shape in the blue, then suddenly it appeared. It was enormous. It's now a bustling artificial reef, draped in corals and teeming more info with marine life. I spotted giant groupers peeking from the cargo hold, and lionfish hiding in the cracks. The feeling of gliding alongside this giant, silent structure was hard to describe—eerie, awe-inspiring, and humbling all at once. It truly is a piece of history on the seabed.
For any an Open Water diver (or higher) visiting Con Dao and seeking something more the usual reef dive, I recommend this **dive** enough. It was the absolute highlight of my diving trip. A huge thank you to the **Amadive** team for their professionalism and for making this unforgettable adventure so safe.