Sea of Cortez Vacation Rentals, Homes, Condos & Resorts

Sea of Cortez Vacation Rentals

Just a four-hour drive south from the Arizona border, the resort area of San Carlos is probably the best all-around place to stay on the Sea of Cortez coast. Also known as the Gulf of California, this fascinating body of water is home to over a thousand species of sea creatures and coastal inhabitants, many of which are unique to the area. The gulf separates the Baja California peninsula from mainland Mexico. Geologists believe that both land masses were once united and split apart on what is now called the San Andreas fault millions of years ago. Whatever the reason, the result is that the area is now a wonderful haven for water sport enthusiasts, wildlife lovers and fans of deep-sea fishing. Vacation rentals to suit all visitors’ preferences are available.

Charter boats depart from many ports on the Sea of Cortez. Some take tourists out to the islands. Others go in search of huge sailfish and monster marlin. Many visitors prefer to set sail and just see the marvelous sites. A waterproof camera with a zoom lens is the way to capture amazing animal antics that often include jumping dolphins, sea lions sunning themselves on a rocky shore and humpback whales gliding by. Scuba adventurers will delight at the rich and diverse underwater scene that unfolds before them. Bird lovers will be pleased to see a variety of shore and sea birds wading in the shallows and flying overhead.

Vacation rental homes and villas in affordable, secure, gated communities in San Carlos and Puerto Peñasco have many amenities.