Top Surfers Paradise Dive Sites

1. South Wall Dive Area (Gold Coast Seaway)

This advanced scuba site features strong currents and an eagle ray cleaning station. Divers can encounter rays, trevally, and reef fish. Ideal for drift diving in deeper waters with a dynamic mix of marine life.

2. South West Wall Dive Area (Gold Coast Seaway)

Perfect for beginners, this easy-entry scuba site has gentler currents and high visibility. Expect wrasse, moray eels, and soft corals. Accessible from shore, it's a great introduction to the seaway’s vibrant underwater world.

3. Scottish Prince Wreck

A historic wreck resting in shallow water, the Scottish Prince is suited for intermediate divers. Its encrusted hull is home to crayfish, soft corals, and leopard sharks. Located close to the shore, it's a scenic and accessible wreck dive.

4. Narrowneck Artificial Reef

Just 100m off Narrowneck Beach, this manmade reef attracts octopus, juvenile fish, and rays among thriving seagrass. Great for shallow scuba or freediving. Originally built for erosion control, it now hosts a lively marine ecosystem.

5. Wave Break Island 

A sheltered site inside the seaway, ideal for all levels. Spot seahorses, nudibranchs, and schooling fish in calm, clear conditions. Popular for snorkelling, freediving, and scuba training within a protected, easy-access location.