Deeper Than the Reef: My Con Dao Wreck Diving Experience with Amadive Con Dao.|Diving a Sunken Ship in Con Dao: An Adventure with the Amadive Team.|The Ghost Ship of Con Dao: My Wreck Dive with Amadive.
When I booked my scuba diving trip to Con Dao, I was picturing vibrant reefs. And don't get me wrong, they were amazing. But then I saw something on the Amadive itinerary: **A Shipwreck Dive**. My heart leaped. This wasn't just a typical dive; this was journey into the past.
I'll admit, I felt nervous. Diving a wreck requires extra care. But the team at **Amadive Con Dao Dive Center** were absolutely professional. Their PADI instructors gave us an excellent briefing. We covered safety protocols, the history of the sunken ship, and what to expect down there. 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 it came into view. It is massive. The ship is now a thriving new home, covered in soft corals and teeming with fish. I spotted giant groupers peeking from the cargo hold, and lionfish patrolling the cracks. The feeling of swimming next to this silent, ghostly vessel was indescribable—haunting, awe-inspiring, and humbling at the same time. It truly is a time capsule on the seabed.
For any a certified diver visiting Con Dao and seeking something Scuba diving in Vietnam review 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** crew for their professionalism and for making this unforgettable experience so safe.