Dive the world's first buoyant reef, rising an incredible 22 metres from the sea floor. Explore nine gigantic reef structures, home to the Gold Coast's most exquisite marine life. Take an unforgettable adventure through this vibrant underwater world.
Experience the reef
A unique dive experience just 10 minutes from the city
Home to scores of marine animals and six species of coral
Depths at 8, 18 and 30 metres to suit every level of diver
Inspired by hot air balloons drifting though the sky, these nine reef sculptures gradually get bigger as they rise though the ocean, like bubbles floating toward the surface.
Design and construction
At 30 metres deep, Wonder Reef's nine buoyant sculptures rise nearly 22 metres above the sea floor. Designed to move with the ocean's energy, they kinetically sway like a giant kelp forest. The spacing between the sculptures and the vertical upwelling creates the perfect conditions for marine life to gather, making every dive experience a unique and intriguing adventure.
Learn about Wonder Reef
Fly into either Brisbane or Gold Coast Airport and transfer to Runaway Bay Marina. From there it's a quick 10-minute boat ride to Wonder Reef.
Wonder Reef location
Wonder Reef is home to a growing community of marine life – and it depends on all of us to keep it thriving. Please dive responsibly and respect the environment to help protect the reef structures and support its continued growth for years to come.