GUAYMAS AND SAN CARLOS, MEXICO
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WELCOME TO GUAYMAS AND SAN CARLOS!
Guaymas (population 130,000) and San Carlos (population 7,000) are the most northerly of Mexico's mainland tourist destinations. Located on the shores of the Sea of Cortez just a few hundred miles south of Arizona, these two towns receive more drive-down traffic than any other Mexican mainland destination.
The large and protected natural harbor at Guaymas is perfect for boat lovers, and many visitors leave their boats in the water here all year and then fly or dive down when they have a chance. This beautiful harbor, combined with the clear waters of the Sea of Cortez and the tall, rugged mountains just inland combine to give this area a unique feeling very similar to the eastern flank of Baja, California.
Originally occupied by Indians, Spanish explorers discovered the area in the 1530's and the settlement of Guaymas was finally founded in 1769. Soon after, in 1814 it became an important Spanish-Mexican port. The town was occupied by Americans more than once during the 1800's, and the French had their hand in the area for a while also. The dust settled down after the 1910 Revolucion, and tourism became popular in the 1950's.
Today's Guaymas still has a small town feel to it. The waterfront Malecon at the west end of Avenida Serdan still offers slower paced vistas of the magnificent Sea of Cortez, and the fishing boats still plow the waters each morning in search of their daily catch.
If you can read Spanish you'll enjoy this brief HISTORY OF GUAYMAS.
Boaters might find Mexico's NAUTICAL LADDER plan interesting. The idea is to build marinas all around Baja and on the northern portion of the Mexico mainland. Guaymas is right in the middle of the action!
Visitors to Guaymas who are members of the Kiwanis Club are welcome to visit the web site of GUAYMAS KIWANIS CLUB".
To get a feel of the area try this MAP OF GUAYMAS.
Curious about the current GUAYMAS WEATHER? Check out the 10 day forecast while you are at it!
For the bigger picture drop by the SATELLITE VIEW of the weather in Mexico.
The HISTORICAL WEATHER DATA will show you more about the climate in Guaymas.
Also it's fun to review the current OCEAN WATER TEMPERATURE in Guaymas and other parts of Mexico.
To get a better understanding of the Guaymas location, check out this MAP of northwest Mexico.
If you want to share a good web site or company for Guaymas tourism we would love to hear from you! SUBMIT INFORMATION HERE.
For further tourist information on the Guaymas area contact the Guaymas Tourism office in town at 011-52 (622) 4-2932 or the Sonora Department of Tourism in Arizona at (602) 930-4815.
For a look at what's happening in Mexico drop by the MEXICO EVENT CALENDAR of Mexico Expo.
GUAYMAS: To get the full effect of the Guaymas area with it's azure seas, striking mountains and crystal clear skies take a walk along the waterfront section of Avenida Serdan, the main street in town. There are several small seafood restaurants nearby to sit down and enjoy the view.
SAN CARLOS: Head down to the marina and grab a drik and a muffin at the small cafe just up form the water. Internet access is available!
HOT TIP #1: To really see San Carlos you have to get out on the water! The folks at SURFACE TIME offer boat charters, fishing excursions and diving in the local waters!
HOT TIP #2: Looking for a fun adventure? Guaymas and San Carlos are just a short hop across the Sea of Cortez from one of natures most incredible land formations...the Baja Peninsula. And Guaymas just happens to have a ferry connecting it to Baja for those who want to explore this magnificent peninsula. The ferry lands in Santa Rosalia on Baja's east coast, which played host to a huge mining operation back in the 19th century. Although Santa Rosalia today is still a very interesting town, the coastal villages of MULEGE and BAHIA CONCEPCION offer more of the true sleepy Baja ambiance. For more information on Baja drop by the BAJA section of Mexico Expo.
For more information on getting across the Sea of Cortez drop by the FERRY section.
Like most coastal resorts in Mexico, beaches are the name of the game in Guaymas! The better beaches are north of town west of San Carlos. They tend to be wide, sandy and the ocean surface is usually calm. Ocean water temperatures climb into the 80's by late summer and then dip into the mid 60's in winter. Remember, all beaches in Mexico are open to the public, although the land fronting the beach may be privately owned.
Check out the current OCEAN WATER TEMPERATURE in Guaymas and other parts of Mexico.
For additional information on protecting your skin while enjoying the tropical Mexican sun take a look at the SUNSCREEN TIPS section of Mexico Expo.
We have organized this section of Mexico Expo into two different sections.
Guaymas Beaches
andSan Carlos Beaches
GUAYMAS BEACHES
The beaches of Guaymas are great! Large beaches with plenty of sand. With the summer temperatures here in the 90's and 100's, the beach is definitely the place to be.
PLAYA MUIRAMAR
A few miles north of town on Bacochibampo Bay.
The closest beach to Guaymas. Some tourist traffic but quite a few local residents as well.SOUTHERN BEACHES
South of town, taking the coastal dirt road.
Undeveloped beaches with very little activity.
SAN CARLOS BEACHES
San Carlos beaches are less crowded than Guaymas beaches, and are great for being completely unproductive!
SAN CARLOS BEACH
Located about 20 minutes northwest of Guaymas, via Mexico Highway 15.
The closest beach to the newer developments and marina.PLAYA ALGODONES
Located north of Guayams, west of San Carlos.
Miles of beautiful beaches backed by spectacular mountains!CLUB MED BEACH
Located just north of Playa Algodones, west of San Carlos.
Although the Club is closed, the beaches
(north and south of the lagoon) are open to the public. Beautiful!BEACHES NORTH
North of Guaymas on Highway 15, and then west on the new 4 lane road.
Miles and miles of open beaches just waiting to be appreciated!
Guaymas and San Carlos offer a variety of tourist accommodations for any budget. Most visitors
to the area stay in Guaymas, although the small town village of San Carlos might be preferable
for those looking for a less "touristy" local. Are hotel guide is broken down into two
categories, one for each location.
RV parks in the area include Bahia Trailer Court (telephone 011-52 (622) 2-3545), Las Playitas Trailer Park (telephone 011-52 (622) 1-5196), Playa de Cortez RV Park (telephone 011-52 (622) 2-0135) and Teta Kawi Trailer Park (telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0220.
Looking for the hottest places to stay on the beach? Check out FIESTA'S FAVORITES!
GUAYMAS HOTELS * SAN CARLOS HOTELS
GUYMAS HOTELS
Most of the hotels in Guaymas are in the "affordable" category. These hotels run from $30 to $65 per night and offer basic creature comforts.
ANA HOTEL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 2-3048.
Calle 25 #135, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico.ARMIDA HOTEL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 4-3035.
Fax 011-52 (622) 2-0448.CANON LAS BARAJITAS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0713.
Loma Bonita condo #321, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico.
Located outside of town.
Ocean view cabins with an eco-theme of land and sea activities.DEL PUERTO MOTEL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 4-3408.
Avenida Yanez #92, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico.FLAMINGOS MOTEL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 1-0961 * 011-52 (622) 1-2061.
Located on the main highway at Km. 1932.
Number of rooms: 55.
air conditioning / restaurant / bar / pool / cable television.IMPALA HOTEL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 4-0922.
Calle 21 #40, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico.PLAYA DE CORTEZ HOTEL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 1-1047.
Bahia de Bacochibampo #66, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico.SANTA RITA MOTEL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 4-1617.
Avenida Serdan #590, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico.SOLYMAR CONDOMINIUMS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0007.
Located at the Country Club.
SAN CARLOS HOTELS
Each year more tourists choose to stay in San Carlos, just 15 minutes away from Guaymas. Although more expensive, these hotels and resorts are usually located on or near the beach, and offer more of the 'resort' experience that many travelers are looking for.
PILAR CONDOMINIUMS is another beach front lodging option for San Carlos visitors.
MARINA TERRA RESORT
Telephone (888) 688-5353.
E-mail: reserva@marinaterra.com.
Located above the marina in San Carlos.
Number of rooms: 120.
On the marina.
Pool / air conditioning / restaurant.
4 day 3 night packages.
Drop by their web site for more information.CLUB EL DORADO CONDOMINIUMS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0307.
Post Office Box 48, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Privately owned condominiums for rent.
On the beach / pool / patio / furnished.
2 night minimum.
Credit cards accepted.FIESTA SAN CARLOS HOTEL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1318.
E-mail: fiestahotel@visto.com.
Carretera San Carlos km. 8.5.
Number of rooms: 33.
On the beach / pool / air conditioning / restaurant / sports book bar.
Rooms starting under $60.HACIENDA TETAKAWI BEST WESTERN
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0220.
Fax 011-52 (622) 6-0248.
Carretera San Carlos at km. 10.
Located about 12 miles northwest of Guaymas.LAS BARAJITAS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1414.
Bahia de las Barajitas, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.MARINA SAN CARLOS RESORT
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0203.
Fax 011-52 (622) 6-0565.
340 slips / up to 55 feet / 30 buoys / electricity / water / ramp / lockers / bathrooms / showers / VHF / radio / telephone / fax / crane / dingy service / 24 hour security.PILAR CONDOMINIUM RENTALS
Telephone (520) 577-0645.
Toll free (800) 868-0704.
E-mail: bob@fullspectrumtravel.com.
Privately owned and managed condominiums.
One the beach / pool / restaurant / laundry service available / maid service available / air conditioning / microwaves / furnished kitchens / pay phone on premises.
Credit cards accepted with surcharge.PLAZA LAS GLORIAS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1021.
Toll free: (800) 342-2644.
Fax 011-52 (622) 6-1035.
Plaza Comercial Diez, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Number of rooms: 105.
18 suites / 87 deluxe rooms.
Pool / beach club /POSADA SAN CARLOS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0072.
Privada del Delfin #10, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.SAN CARLOS PLAZA
Telephone 011-52 (622) 7-0077.
Fax 011-52 (622) 7-0098.
Paseo Mar Bermejo North #4, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, 85506.
Post Office Box 441, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, 85506.
Located 3 miles northwest of town off of Highway 124.
Number of rooms: 173.
Regular rooms and 2 bedroom suites available.
On the beach / 2 lighted tennis courts / gift shop / televisions / private parking.
American Express, Master Card and Visa accepted.
The Guaymas area is getting more nice hotels as time goes on but the picken's are still slim for top notch resorts. If you want to stay in a resort on the beach two of the best places to stay are the San Carlos Plaza and the Club Med. Both resorts sit on spectacular beaches and both places offer plenty of recreational options once you get tired of laying by the pool!
Check out the SAN CARLOS PLAZA and the CLUB MED SONORA BAY
web sites for more information!
Sitting on the beautiful Sea of Cortez opens up a host of watersports, plus there are plenty of things to do on shore.
Since many of the recreational options in Guaymas are in the water you might want to review the current OCEAN WATER TEMPERATURE.
For additional information on protecting your skin while enjoying the tropical Mexican sun take a look at the SUNSCREEN TIPS section of Mexico Expo.
Just a few of your choices include:
DIVING * FISHING * GOLFING * HORSEBACK * KAYAKS
SAILING * TENNIS * WINDSURFING
DIVING
Diving in the waters off of Guaymas can be a great experience! Encounters with whales,
manta rays, sharks and sea lions is always a possibility.
Water temperature in the summer are in the 80 degree range, and the water temp drops
down to 58 to 60 degrees in winter. Visibility at San Pedrito Island can often be up to
100 feet!
Located offshore about 12 miles and northwest of Guaymas is the Isla San Pedro Nolasco.
The waters here are clear and usually calm, and sea life is abundant.
For more information on Scuba Diving adventures in Mexico and other locations visit the web site of GOOD TIME IN THE WATER.
SURFACE TIME
Telephone 011-52 (622) 226-1888.
U.S. (877) 300-9336.
San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
PADI certification / rentals / night dives / boat dives / charters and more!
Dive trips and fishing excursions.
Visit their web site for more information!ELMAR DIVE CENTER
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0404.
Fax U.S. (480) 898-0194.
E-mail: elmarmex@prodigy.net.mx.
263 Creston Avenue, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
PADI certification / rentals / night dives / boat dives / charters and more!
Open 7 days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (March through October) and 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from November through February.
FISHING
Fishing is very popular in the waters off of Guaymas. The Sea of Cortez has been known more many years as the world's largest fish trap, and these waters offer everything from marlin, yellowtail, bass, red snapper and sailfish.
SONORA BAY FISHING CHARTERS
Telephone Toll Free (877) 726-2275.
E-mail: info@sonorabaycharters.com.
Captain Arturo knows all of the secret spots off of Guaymas and San Carlos!
E-mail him for rates and reservations.
GOLF
For more information on golf packages in other Mexico resorts including Baja check with the folks at BEST GOLF.
HERMOSILLO GOLF CLUB
Telephone 011-52 (621) 4-3095.
Post Office Box 76-2, Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico.
Located one hour north of Guaymas.
Number of holes: 9.
Par: 36.
Rating: 70.7.
Champ: 6,234.
Caddies available.LOS LAGOS GOLF CLUB
Telephone 011-52 (626) 0-3119.
Located in Hermosillo, one hour northeast of Guaymas.
Number of holes: 18.
Par: 72.
Champ: 6,830 / Men: 6,348 / Women: 5,367.
Caddies and carts available.SAN CARLOS MARINA COUNTRY CLUB
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1116 * 011-52 (662) 6-1020.
Post Office Box 472, Domicilio Conocido, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico.
Located 20 minutes north of Guaymas.
Number of holes: 18
Par: 71.
Rating 72.0.
Champ: 6,542 / Men: 5,858 / Women: 5,072.
Carts available.
Located in a newly developed area. Members play free, guests pay a reasonable fee.
HORSEBACK RIDING
The best place to ride horses is along the beaches and hillside trails of San Carlos. Much of the Guaymas area is set up for boating and commerce, but San Carlos has many beaches and trails just right for riding. Check with the front desk of your hotel for the location nearest you. There are sometimes horses available near the entrance to the Club Med on the beach in San Carlos.
KAYAKING
The waters in and around Guaymas harbor are usually calm and perfect for kayaks! Excursions up or down the coast offer plenty of beaches to step ashore for a break.
SONORAN SPORTS CENTER
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0929.
MaRosa Building #1, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Post Office Box 350, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Kayak expeditions in the waters off of Guaymas and San Carlos!
SAILING
Although most sailors do not make it this far up the Sea of Cortez, those that do will find generally calm water and mild winds. Occasionally strong winds from the northwest hit the Sea of Cortez in this area, but usually do not last more than a day or two.
Boaters might find Mexico's NAUTICAL LADDER plan interesting. The idea is to build marinas all around Baja and on the northern portion of the Mexico mainland. Guaymas is right in the middle of the action!
Good references for cruising the Sea of Cortez and Mexico waters includes MEXICO BOATING GUIDE by captains John and Pat Rains, CHARLIE'S CHARTS by Charles Woods and GERRY CHARTS by good old Gerry.
For boat permits and entry documents contact ROMERO'S MEXICO SERVICE.
Slip into the MARINA REAL web site for additional information on their 350 slip marina or call them at 011-52 (622) 7-0011. E-mail usually works too! mreal@tetakawi.net.mx.
Drop by THE LOG website for additional information on marina facilities in Mexico!
SONORAN SPORTS CENTER
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0929.
MaRosa Building #1, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Post Office Box 350, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Sailing in the waters off of Guaymas and San Carlos!
TENNIS
Some of the larger resorts in the Guaymas ~ San Carlos area offer tennis. Hotels that do offer courts include the San Marcos Plaza Hotel and the Club Med. Both resorts are located north of Guaymas in San Carlos and both are located on the beach. The San Marcos Plaza hotel has 2 lighted tennis courts and the Club Med has 8 lighted tennis courts.
WINDSURFING
SONORAN SPORTS CENTER
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0929.
MaRosa Building #1, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Post Office Box 350, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Windsurfing in the waters off of Guaymas and San Carlos!
If you love seafood, you'll love Guaymas. It's a wonderful place to eat! There are also several excellent restaurants that serve Mexican food, as well as many other dishes.
Most restaurants in the Guaymas ~ San Carlos area accept U.S. dollars and pesos, but many do not yet accept credit cards. Tipping for good service is always appreciated, although the percentage of a tip is usually less than in the U.S.
Try to resist the option of eating all of your meals in the hotel restaurant. Eating out is a great way to experience the other parts of Guaymas! A few of your options include...
FROGGY'S
Located in Nuevo Guaymas.
Specialty: Food, fun and sports!.
Live music Friday and Saturday nights.
Open from 11:00 a.m to 2:00 a.m. every day.EL ARRECIFE
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1344.
Located on the main highway in San Carlos, in front of the Country Club entrance.
Specialty: Seafood.
Fresh seafood and a whole lot more! Owner prides his restaurant on personal service.
Open from 11:00 a.m to 8:30 p.m.EL BRONCO
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1130.
Located on the main highway in San Carlos at km. 10.
Specialty: Grilled beef and salmon.
Open Tuesday to Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.EL VALIENTE RESTAURANT
Located on the main highway in Guaymas.
Tasty food for hungry people!
Open 24 hours a day.JAX SNAX
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0270.
Located on the main highway in San Carlos at km. 10.
Specialty: Hamburgers and pizza!
Open from 7:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m.PICCOLO RESTAURANT
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0503.
#305 Creston, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Specialty: Service!
Original dishes.PLAYA DE CORTEZ HOTEL
Located inside the hotel.
Specialty: Continental.
A diverse menu and excellent service. One of the nicer places in town to eat.POLLO FELIZ
Telephone 011-52 (622) 4-1781 * 011-52 (622) 4-3141.
3 locations in the Guaymas ~ San Carlos area.
Some of the best chicken this side of Kentucky. (Sorry, Colonel).ROSAS CANTINA
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1000.
Located on the main road in San Carlos at Aurora #297.
Specialty: Mexican food.
Daily specials and low prices. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Non-smoking section available!
Open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.SAN CARLOS GRILL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0509.
Commercial Plaza #1, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Specialty: Beef and Seafood.
Try their Gringo Lingo Fillet or their Shrimp Tequila. Fun atmosphere!
Open Tuesday through Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.LOS BARCOS
Located at Domicido in downtown Guaymas.
Specialty: Seafood.
Good food for a reasonable price.
Strolling musicians on occasion!
Guaymas and San Carlos are not known for their nightlife, but there are a few places in town that make it interesting. Some of the larger hotels offer some type of evening entertainment, others let you fend for yourself.
RANAS RANAS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0727.
Located on the main road in San Carlos.
Sports bar and disco. John Travolta slept here.
Don't you dare go home without shopping! If you are staying in Guaymas and have not yet
planned an excursion to San Carlos, this is your chance to plan a nice little visit to the
wonderful shops on the bay!
If you like to negotiate prices try to be aware of the unwritten rules. In general the nicer
the shopping establishment is, the less excited they are going to be about haggling with
you about prices. While you might have very little success bartering in a nice hotel boutique,
your negotiating skills will probably be appreciated and rewarded with some of the smaller
vendors throughout town
More shops are accepting credit cards in Guaymas and San Carlos, but some still do not.
U.S. dollars are universally accepted as payment, as long as you have smaller denomination
bills. Most of the nicer shops will add a tax to your bill, while some of the smaller shops
will not.
Visit the web site of JOHN RAMOS to review his unique and colorful Mexico art work.
AMPARO HUARACHERIA
El Creston Lot 3, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Located next to the post office.
Large selection of leather sandals for men and women, plus Mexican dresses and blouses, bags and gifts.ANTIGUA CASA KIAMY
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0338.
Located on the main street at Creston.
Arts, crafts, furniture, ironwood, silver goods and more.BYE * BYE
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0022.
Fax 011-52 (622) 6-0666.
Located in the Hotel Posada and the Howard Johnson Hotel.
A good selection of T-shirts and other small gifts.CASA DE PALO FIERRO
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1272.
156-3 Paseo del Ensueno, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Located across from the Country Club entrance.
Fine ironwood carvings, custom orders, wholesale exporters.KAIMY GIFT SHOP
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0400.
Located on the main road at Km. 10.
Ceramic figures, leather bags, jewelry, ironwood, clay figures, t-shirts, hats and more.
A fun place to escape the heat and browse!LA PLAYA
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0503.
305 Creston, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
T-shirts, shorts, hats, sandals, lotion, bathing suits, sunglasses and much more for your day at the beach!
A fun place to shop!LA TIENDITA
Located in Plaza Las Glorias on the Marina Boardwalk.
T-shirts, beachwear and gifts.
Open from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.LOURDES GIFT SHOP
Located in the Hotel Posada.
Crafts from all over Mexico, clothing, plus gold and silver jewelry.SAGITARIO
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0090.
Scenic Boulevard #132, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Fine crafts, jewelry and home furnishing.SANTA ROSA SUPERMARKET
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0131.
Scenic Boulevard at Creston Lot 35.
Beef, fruits, vegetables, canned goods and more and competitive prices.TENNIS WORLD
Telephone 011-52 (622) 4-1212.
Plaza Ley El Vigia Local 2-G.
Sports shoes such as Nike, Reebok and K-Swiss. Also clothing and accessories.
Because of the close proximity to the U.S. border, just as many people drive to Guaymas and San Carlos as fly. Guaymas is located about 260 miles south of Nogales, and the road to Guaymas is a four lane highway. There are four toll stations on this drive that will accept U.S. dollars or pesos, but not a combination of each. Driving down requires a Tourist Visa (under $20) and an "Only Sonora" vehicle pass.
Getting to and getting around Guaymas and San Carlos is easy! There are only a few airlines that fly into the area, all of them are listed below. And once you arrive in town, think about the possibility of renting a car. Although you may not need a car for your entire stay, you may want to take a one day excursion up or down the coast to discover a deserted beach or a sleepy fishing village!
Taxis are also a good way to take those short hops to dinner and shopping. And even a reasonable way to connect between Guaymas and San Carlos for those half-day excursions!
For extensive information on driving an RV into Mexico visit the web site of ON THE ROAD IN MEXICO.
If you think you may need the services of an emergency Air Evacuation company while visiting Mexico visit the web site of SKY MED INTERNATIONAL or call them at (800) 475-9633 for additional information.
To get a feel of the area try this MAP OF GUAYMAS.
AIRLINE INFORMATION CAR RENTALS FERRY INFORMATION
MARINA INFORMATION TAXI SERVICE TOUR INFORMATION
Guaymas is served by ...... International Airport. For an international airport this is a pretty small place, just large enough to accommodate several flights a day for the U.S. and other parts of Mexico. The airport is located west of town about 10 minutes by cab or rental car.
AEROMEXICO
Telephone (800) 237-6639.
Flights to Guaymas from Los Angeles, San Diego, New York, Tucson, and Miami. Code share gateways with Delta include Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta.
Deluxe long range buses from Transportes del Pacifico connect Guaymas to the north
with Arizona, and to the south to other coastal cities.
Smaller and less glamorous buses take locals and tourists to Playa Miramar and along
Avenida Serdan.
There are 3 bus stations located just south of Avenida Serdan at the corner of
Avenida Rodriguez and Calle 14. Car rentals are available at the airport and at the larger hotels. If you are planning on
staying poolside during most of your stay, renting a car at the airport might not be
necessary. But renting a car from the hotel for a one day excursion might be the perfect
way to take in the surrounding natural beauty.
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The Marina at Guaymas is a first rate marina. Many Americans leave their boats
here all year long. This area is north of the normal "Chubasco" area which makes it a safe
place all year long (except for that nasty hurricane that hit in October of 2001).
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0203.
Ferry service from Guaymas to the Baja Peninsula is available for passengers
as well as automobiles, when it is in service. Always call first to confirm that the ferry is running as it sometimes closed down for years at a time!.
The ferry departs the ferry terminal in San Carlos, and lands in the
city of Santa Rosalia in Baja California Sur. Just south of Santa Rosalia, on the Sea of
Cortes, lies the quaint Baja village of MULEGE and the beautiful Telephone 011-52 (622) 2-3390.
Taxis are available at the airport, as well as in Guaymas and San Carlos. In addition,
most of the larger hotels and restaurants usually have cabs out front or near by.
If you want to see more of the Ixtapa area without all of the planning, consider taking
a tour.
Telephone (520) 323-6054.
BUS SERVICE
Cruise Specials
and cruise vacation packages!
MARINA
MARINA SAN CARLOS RESORT
Fax 011-52 (622) 6-0565.
340 slips / up to 55 feet / 30 buoys / electricity / water / ramp / lockers /
bathrooms / showers / VHF / radio / telephone / fax / crane / dingy service /
24 hour security.
FERRY SERVICE
BAHIA CONCEPCION.BAJA FERRY
Fax 011-52 (698) 1-7023.
Departs from the seaside town of Topolbampo.
Check for web site for current times of departure.
Ferry time is 9 to 10 hours.
MEXICO TOURS
2780 North Campbell Road, Tuscon, Arizona, 85719.
Package excursions to the Guaymas / San Carlos area.
Guymas real estate is close to the U.S. border, as is San Carlos, and these twin cities attract a fair amount of interest from Norte Americanos looking to own a little piece of paradise!
REAL ESTATE BROKERS * PROPERTIES FOR SALE
Guymas real estate development tends to focus along the coast. Many of the real estate Brokers in Guymas speak English. Remember the most important rule about buying real estate in Mexico...don't buy on your first visit to the property you are interested in. Go home, think about all of the issues, and then if you still want to buy it take a second trip down to purchase it.
CENTURY 21 MARINA REALTY
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1221.
011-52 (622) 6-1121.
Located on the main Boulevard in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Sales of new developments and existing homes in the San Carlos area.HAMBONE REAL ESTATE
Telephone / fax 011-52 (622) 6-1333.
Real estate sales, rentals and construction.ISABEL'S PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
156 Villa Hermosa, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico.
Post Office Box 7, San Carlos, Sonora. Mexico, 85506.
Real estate services, bank trust information, escrow service and legal advisory.RE/MAX ALL EXECUTIVES
Telephone (520) 299-2777.
Fax (520) 299-5969.
E-mail: mexicorealty@aol.com.
4640 East Sunrise Drive Suite 127, Tucson, Arizona, 85718.
Linda can assist you with all of your Guaymas and San Carlos real estate needs!STAR REALTY
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-0000.
Fax 011-52 (622) 6-0990.
La Costa #19, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, 85506.
Post Office Box 124, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, 85506.
Real estate services, bank trust information, escrow services, law firm.
PROPERTIES FOR SALE
Beachront property in the Guaymas ~ San Carlos area is increasing in value. Check out some of the newer developments below!
ALGODONES RESIDENCIAL
Telephone 011-52 (622) 226-1800.
Toll free (800) 587-2830.
Web site: www.algodones-mexico.com.
North of town beach front and ocean views.
Financing available.
Check out their web site for more information.PELICAN COVE RESORT CONDOMINIUMS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 226-2091.
Toll free (866) 837-7417.
E-mail: sales@pelicancovemexico.com.
Web site: www.pelicancovemexico.com.
San Carlos' newest luxury resort.
Financing available.
Check out their web site for more information.LA POSADA CONDOMINIUMS
Telephone 011-52 (622) 226-0070.
us (520) 250-8769.
E-mail: info@si-sancarlos.com.
Web site: www.si-sancarlos.com.
Beach front and ocean view condos.
Financing available.
Check out their web site for more information.BAHIA ESMERALDA
Telephone 011-52 (622) 227-0251.
Toll free (888) 36-BAHIA.
Fax 011-52 (622) 6-0185.
E-mail: pilo3@prodigy.net.mx.
Plaza Las Glorias 1 and 2, San Carlos, Sonora, Guaymas, Mexico.
Web site: www.bahiaesmeralda.com.mx.
24 ocean front and ocean view homes on a beautiful bay west of San Carlos.
American built quality. Excellent financing available.
Check out their web site for more information.COSTA DEL MAR
011-52 (662) 6-1221.
Toll free (877) 726-2275.
E-mail: info@sonorabay.com.
On the beach just south of the Club Med.
135 custom homes and lots for sale on the beach.
Check out their web site for additional information.MARINA REAL
011-52 (662) 6-1221.
Toll free (877) 726-2275.
E-mail: info@sonorabay.com.
On the coast west of San Carlos.
152 custom homes and lots for sale on the marina.
Check out their web site for additional information.PUESTA DEL SOL
011-52 (662) 6-1221.
Toll free (877) 726-2275.
E-mail: info@sonorabay.com.
On the coast west of San Carlos.
42 custom homes and lots in a beachside community.
Check out their web site for additional information.SONORA BAY ESTATES
Telephone 011-52 (622) 6-1221.
Toll free (877) 726-2275.
E-mail: info@sonorabay.com.
Located north of town near the Club Med.
A master planned ocean-front gated community of homes with a luxury marina.
Check out their web site for more information!
There's a lot to be said for relaxing poolside for a few days, but don't forget you are in a unique location that you may not be visiting again for a while. While in town you might want to check out these areas of local interest.
Visitors to Guaymas who are members of the Kiwanis Club are welcome to visit the web site of GUAYMAS KIWANIS CLUB".
CATCH 22 RUNWAY
Located north of Guaymas, west of San Carlos, about 300 yards up from the beach. Some remnants of the famous movie set are still in place, and the runway is a good place to jog! (In the morning, before it gets too hot!).
EL SAHUARAL
Located in the hills east of Guaymas.
Also known as the Enchanted Forest, this is a natural habitat of wild fauna. Hunting in the area for bear and rabbit.IGLESIA DE SAN FERNANDO
Located two blocks north of Avenida Seridan.
A 19th-century church with an adjacent shady park.PLAZA DE LOS TRES PRESIDENTES
Located near the corner of Avenida Serdan at Calle 23 in downtown.
Statues honoring political leaders born in the state of Sonora.
You've traveled thousands of miles from home...gone through all the drama and trouble to get packed up and fly here. It's time for a "two-fer". That's a "two for one" adventure that you just can't miss. Take a gander at these nearby destinations to get your imagination running...P.S. If you are only in town for a couple of days you might want to pass on the nearby excursions this time. But when you come back for a longer stay...keep these destinations in mind!
BAHIA KINO
Located less than 2 hours northeast of Guayams.
A small resort town on the Sea of Cortez. A good place to grab a lunch and then jump in the water!COPPER CANYON
Located 200 miles south of Guaymas.
One of Mexico's most spectacular adventures.
Drop by the LOS MOCHIS section of Mexico Expo for more information.BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR
Located right across the Sea of Cortez from Guaymas.
Drop by the Guaymas Transportation section for Ferry information.
The closest fun towns are MULEGE and the beaches of BAHIA CONCEPCION.SANTA ROSALIA
Directly across the Sea of Cortez.
An old mining town with a unique Baja flavor. Don't miss the bakery!
The quality of communication in the Guaymas ~ San Carlos area has increased significantly over the last few years. Telephones, e-mail access and fax machines are much more prevalent than they used to be. Guaymas now has more than it's share of cell phones!
For a complete review of communications from cities in Mexico drop by the COMMUNICATIONS section of Mexico Expo!.
Although Guaymas and San Carlos are sleepy by most Mexican resort standards, there are still enough things to do here to keep you out of trouble.
CATCH 22 RUNWAY
Located north of Guaymas, west of San Carlos, about 300 yards up from the beach. Even if you are not a movie buff, it's kind of cool to roam around on this abandoned movie set from the late 1960's. If you haven't seen this war movie it's worth a look, especially if you are planning a trip to Guaymas. Some remnants of the famous movie set are still in place, and the runway is a good place to jog! A swim in the Sea of Cortez afterwards is a great way to cool off, and now you don't have to feel guilty about loading up on shrimp and margaritas later on. You've earned it!
CINEMA
Telephone 011-52 (622) 2-1400.
Calle 20 at the Malecon.
Ask about the mid-week 2 for 1 specials.
We have designed this section of our Guaymas Travel Guide to help you with commonly asked questions about this particular part of Mexico. It's always a good idea to sharpen up your learning curve before you star your vacation!
Carlos;
My wife and I are water fanatics, and we are excited about spending a week on the beach in Guaymas next winter. Is the Sea of Cortez still warm in January? - Robert
Robert;
The weather in Guaymas is great almost all year long, even in winter, and the Sea of Cortez is warm most of the year. It does, however, get a bit chilly from January through May. During these months the water temp will usually drop below 70 degrees, which is a comfort line for many people. If you really want warm water, and you have to go in Winter, think about a location in Mexico a bit further south, in the Tropics. The water temperature further south is warm all year long! - Carlos Fiesta
Carlos;
A friend of mine has a boat in the harbor in San Carlos. He has invited me fishing several times, but I have never been to Mexico. Any suggestions? - Tony
Tony;
Yes I have a suggestion. Get off your ass and get on your buddy's boat! San Carlos / Guaymas is the perfect first-time destination for someone who has never been to Mexico! You get the real flavor of the country without all of the tourist hype and distractions found in other larger Mexican resorts. And the people and weather are great! - Carlos Fiesta
Carlos;
We are thinking about doing a Guaymas trip with a side excursion to Copper Canyon on the train. We only have a week to get it all in. Is this feasible? - Gesi
Gesi;
The Copper Canyon trip is quite an undertaking by itself, as far as getting there, setting up the lodging and the train ride, and then getting home. The road from Guaymas to Los Mochis is a good road, and will take you less than a day to drive, but then you have to go inland quite a ways on a much smaller road to get to the Canyon. I would think you would do better planning a separate trip for the Copper Canyon adventure, and take a slower pace while staying in San Carlos. - Carlos Fiesta
Guaymas is not in the Tropics (although it is pretty close) but it is far enough south where the weather is warm, even in the winter. It gets a bit hot in the summer, and if you enjoy 100 degree temperatures in a dry desert environment, this is a great place to be.
Curious about the current GUAYMAS WEATHER? Check out the 10 day forecast while you are at it!
The HISTORICAL WEATHER DATA will show you more about the climate in Guaymas.
To get a better understanding of the Guaymas location, check out this
MAP of northwest Mexico.
For the bigger picture check out the SATELLITE VIEW of the weather in Mexico.
Also it's fun to review the current OCEAN WATER TEMPERATURE in Guaymas and other parts of Mexico.
For more weather and climate information drop by the WEATHER section of Mexico Expo.
For more information on the Guaymas area you can contact the Sonora Department of Tourism at (800) 476-6672.
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