Scuba diving in Gold Coast offers an exquisite experience to explore the region's abundant marine flora and fauna. The subtropical climate makes for an excellent diving experience year-round, and some of the most popular dive sites are the Palm Beach Reef, the historic wreck of the Scottish Prince, and the Migaloo Reef. It is appreciable to go for the dive 15 minutes before the high tide to 60 minutes after the high tide. In addition, there are protected inshore sites, offshore shipwrecks and reefs, and some shore-diving places for freedivers, snorkelers, and beginners.