Where is San Carlos?

Guaymas-San Carlos is located in the State of Sonora, Mexico, only 320 miles south of Tucson, Arizona.

It’s easy to get to here from any airport in the United States or Canada. There are direct daily flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) direct to the Guaymas International Airport (GYM). There are also several daily flights to Hermosillo (HMO), the state capital of Sonora, which is just a one-hour drive from Guaymas-San Carlos. All you need is your passport (or birth certificate and photo I.D.) for your tourist visa and you'll be on the beach in no time at all!

Driving to San Carlos is just a scenic five-hour trip from Tucson on 4 lane highways the entire way. After crossing the border at Nogales, you are only four hours away from the magic of San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.

You no longer need a car permit to drive to San Carlos but Mexican Insurance is a must.

ABOUT San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico

Located on the Sea of Cortez, the lovely Mexican resort community of San Carlos offers something for everyone. For water sports enthusiasts, there are beautiful sand beaches, spectacular diving and snorkeling, kayaking, and offshore fishing.
The community hosts an 18-hole championship golf course, tennis courts, a bowling alley and numerous gift shops and galleries for shopping and browsing.

For the boater, two world class marinas are available with paved launch ramps, dry storage facilities, complete marine repair and maintenance services, fuel docks and reasonable rates for slip rental.

Numerous restaurants featuring seafood, Sonoran beef, Mexican dishes and American cuisine are located throughout the town.

Accommodations include hotels, motels, RV Parks, condominiums and private home rentals to fit every group and budget.

If you’ve not experienced the ambiance and relaxing lifestyle of a Mexican seaside resort, you owe it to yourself to visit San Carlos.