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Minh Durong 8888

Minh Durong 8888 isn't just a hunk of metal; it's a deep, atmospheric dive we keep coming back to in Nha Trang. Lying flat at 35m, this cargo ship is completely overturned, which makes for some interesting swim-throughs if you know where to look. It’s not a huge wreck, but the scale of it, lying on its back, feels different from most upright ships. You'll find the prop shaft and rudder exposed, almost reaching for you in the gloom, and the huge, open cargo holds are home to schools of snapper and fusiliers. We love the slightly eerie, quiet feel of this wreck. The depth means you’re often diving in a soft, blue twilight, and the resident batfish hang around the superstructure, their broad bodies silhouetted against the ambient light. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the quiet contemplation of a wreck, rather than a busy coral reef. Definitely one for advanced divers comfortable with deeper profiles and managing their bottom time; it’s easy to get lost in the details here.