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Do You Need Passport to go to Mexico?
What can I bring in to Mexico duty free?
What can I bring into Mexico duty free? Items allowed in your personal luggage. Learn what is “personal luggage”, exempt from duty & Import allowances
How to get to San Carlos / Guaymas: Flying
Discover flights to Guaymas. Details about the closest international airport to San Carlos, connections from the US and Canada, availability of taxis or other modes of transportation.
If you’re driving, you need Mexico Auto Insurance
Whether you’re driving a car, truck, rv, motorcycle or rental car, make sure that you are insured to drive in Mexico. It’s the law.
Mexico Toll Roads & Travel Time
Mexico Toll Roads & Travel Time: map your route and estimate driving time and toll costs. Updated 2025
In case of a medical emergency in Mexico, are you insured?
San Carlos is a beautiful destination for international visitors and residents who come to relax and enjoy the warm sunshine, soft sand and gentle ocean breeze. While enjoying yourself in Mexico, suppose you had a medical emergency. Would your domestic insurance cover your medical bills? In most instances, the answer is no.
San Carlos Sonora Maps
San Carlos Sonora maps: what to do, where to stay, where to eat in San Carlos Sonora Mexico. Plus maps of Guaymas and Hermosillo.
Green Angels
If you are taking a road trip through Mexico, whether by car or RV, one number you should keep handy is for the Green Angels.
Guaymas Cruise Ship Port
Set sail for Guaymas Sonora and embark on an unforgettable journey that will leave you with memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Estero el Soldado | Kayak, Walk, Bird Watch
Estero el Soldado is a protected natural area located near San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. This coastal lagoon is known for its rich biodiversity, including a variety of bird species, marine life, and mangroves. Visitors can enjoy activities like kayaking, birdwatching, and nature walks.
Suchiate sunken boat | Dive & Snorkel San Carlos
The former SUCHIATE BI-05 naval vessel was sunk to form part of a large reef system for diving and snorkeling in San Carlos, Sonora.
Import Used Foreign Vehicle to Sonora
How to import your used foreign plated vehicle into Sonora, Mexico.
Regularización de vehículos usados de procedencia extranjera
Trail Running Race, April 7
Everyone is invited to compete on Sunday, April 7, 2024 in a Trail Running Race at Playa Algodones starting at 7:00am.
Las Posadas Navideñas México | Fiestas Mexicanas
What are Las Posadas Navideñas in México? In Mexico, the Christmas holidays begin unofficially with the saint’s day of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
The festivities are in full swing with the beginning of the posadas — celebrated each evening from December 16 to 24.
San Carlos Riders Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser: December 4, 2023
The San Carlos Riders Spaghetti Night dinner / fundraiser will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2023 at the San Carlos Country Club from 5:00pm – 8:00pm.
Ostioneros de Guaymas | Baseball | Liga Suprema de Béisbol
Cancelled until further notice: Ostioneros de Guaymas / Navegantes de Guaymas – Empalme
Yellowtail Spearfishing Tournament: May 13, 2023
On Saturday, May 13, 2023, put your free diving skills to the test in the Annual Yellowtail Open Spearfishing Tournament.
San Carlos Riders Anniversary Party: cancelled 2023
Canceled 2023. San Carlos Riders Anniversary Party: March 3-5, 2023. Enjoy music, motorcycles, food and drinks. Click for schedule.
Día de Guadalupe (Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe), Dec 12
December 12 is the day of the Virgin of Guadalupe, Mexico’s patron saint. The Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe became an national holiday in 1859. It is an official national holiday, and is observed with pilgrimages, special masses, fiestas and feasts.
Dia de la Marina Guaymas: June 1
June 1 is Dia de la Marina (Mexican Navy Day). Mexican Navy Day is celebrated in seaports, including Guaymas, where reenactments of a naval battle take place.
Santos sunken boat | Dive & Snorkel San Carlos
The Santos was sunk on March 3, 2022 to make an artificial reef for divers and snorkelers here in San Carlos.
Campeonato del Desierto, April 3 2022 | MTB San Carlos
Mountain Bike Race | 4ta Stage of the Campeonato del Desierto at Pista Estero Del Soldado, San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico | April 3, 2022
Sombrero Showdown and Amigos Cup Pickleball Tournament: Feb 6 – 10, 2020
Sombrero Showdown and Amigos Cup Pickleball Tournament: Feb 6 – 10, 2020. Details, registration, location.
Walk for Life / Caminata por la Vida: February 16, 2020
Walk for Life / Caminata por la Vida in San Carlos, Mexico: February 16, 2020. 5KM walk supports Breast Cancer Awareness for women in our Community.
Cost of Living in San Carlos Sonora
San Carlos, a small city located on the Gulf of California in the state of Sonora, Mexico, offers a modest but affordable cost of living for both visitors and residents. While not as cheap as some other Mexican cities, the cost of essential items and services in San Carlos remains reasonable.
Bahia – Neighborhoods of San Carlos
Sector Bahía is close to Tetakawi and has beautiful views of the Bahía. Depending on where you are, you can enjoy sunrise and / or sunset views.
Several great walks and hikes start here.
