San Carlos Bay is world famous for its diving activities & fishing tournaments. The crystal & calm waters, the modern Marinas, the spectacular underwater landscape made of sheer cliffs & boulders and mainly the more than 800 varieties of maritime species (that placed the area as world second maritime ecosystem) makes this Sea of Cortez bay a real paradise for snorkeling, scuba diving & fishing lovers.

From may thru october the fishermen troll for marlin, sailfish, dorado (mahi-mahi), tuna & skip jack. From november thru april the pinto bass, red snapper, cabrilla, yellow tail & whitefish are the most common catches. Important: Contact the Mexican Sport Fishing Office for your boat permit & individual fishing license (tel. 2261144). Follow this link for local fishing reports. There are 3 important tournaments held each year: the International Women's Fishing Tournament (Memorial Day weekend), the San Carlos International Billfish Tournament (july) & the Labor Day Tournament (end of august). Check in our News section forthcoming Tournaments.

Other Water Sports? Boating, windsurfing, kayaking & water skiing are some choices.

And what about Golf, Tennis & other sports? The San Carlos Bay sports scene includes tennis courts, biking, an 18-hole championship golf course, volleyball, skydiving, horse back riding & much more. Check out forthcoming Sports Events & Tournaments. See a list of fishing, diving & sports facilities in the San Carlos Bay area.