San Carlos Nuevo Guaymas Vacation Rentals

Sonoran cuisine, typical in this Mexican region called Sonora, is tasty and flavorful. Seafood and fish are the primary ingredients used in local dishes. Try the Pescado Zarandeado, which is grilled fish wrapped in banana leaves. Don't forget to order Cabrilla Frita, a delicious dish of browned bass, or Caguamanta, the fried filet of a manta ray fish. The area is also famous for its giant shrimp which can be served fried, grilled, or baked. Other seafoods that are worth sampling include scallops, oysters, and clams.

If you prefer meat, there’s no shortage of juicy steaks or beef dishes served in restaurants, as Sonora is one of the Mexican areas that is specialized in quality meat production. When it comes to beverages, don’t pass up on the renowned Bacanora which is a distillation from the agave plant. The spirit has been given the Denomination of Origin, certifying that the product originated from the area and that its characteristics are due to its geographical environment.

The sea resort of San Carlos is adjacent to the city of Guaymas, and characterized by a boardwalk known as Guaymas Malecon, which runs alongside the port. It is a popular stopping place for boats and ships, featuring almost 750 boat slips. Nearby the Three Presidents' Square honors the three Sonorans who became Mexican presidents, Elias Calles, Adolfo de la Huerta, and Plutarco Abelardo Rodrigues.

Another must-see is the San Fernando Church, which was built in 1850, and is the oldest place of worship in the city. Admire its restored cupola, sculptures, religious paintings, and the large altarpiece. Another sight to visit is the Thirteenth of July Square, which commemorates the 1854 battle between Mexico and France. It was designed by Gustave Eiffel, the architect of the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris.

The sea in San Carlos provides an endless source of fun activities for children, from building sandcastles to tide pool discoveries. The beaches, with their shallow bays, are also ideal for children to learn to scuba dive or snorkel. Apart from water-focused activities, ride horses on the beach can be enjoyed by all members of the family.

There are several summer camps as well here in San Carlos, so children can enjoy a wide range of activities from arts and crafts to music and dance. If your kids are too young to attend camps, bring them to the Parque Infantil, an amusement park for toddlers where they can enjoy many games and rides. Live entertainment is offered, as well as miniature golf, and go-karts for bigger children. For a fun and educational tour, the Guaymas Pearl Farm is an interesting excursion. Learn how pearls are made and discover the 200,000 cultivated oysters on the farm.

San Carlos Nuevo Guaymas has a unique geographical location where the ocean, desert, and mountains converge to form some of the most interesting landscapes and scenery you’ll ever see. The world-renowned oceanographer, Jacques Yves Cousteau, called the Sea of Cortez near San Carlos, the ‘Aquarium of the World’ due to its biodiversity. It is home to 40 percent of the earth’s mammal species and there are over 900 species of fish to be found in its waters. Watch whales and dolphins, or just laze around at some of the most beautiful beaches in Sonora, such as Playa de los Algodones and Playa San Francisco.

Drive along the coast of Sonora and absorb the lovely scenery of creeks, estuaries, marshes, and wetlands. Visit the El Soldado Estuary, situated between Guaymas and San Carlos, to admire the blue herons, crabs, and terns. Go up to the scenic lookout point of Mirador Escenico and enjoy magnificent views of the sea and the coastline. San Carlos Nuevo Guaymas is a superb place for both water-based and ecotourism activities.