Dive· San Carlos (Sonora)· Mexico
San Carlos Navy Wreck Dives
27° 57.8′ N · 111° 1.6′ W · approximate
San Carlos's newest attraction: several retired Mexican Navy ships (Ex-Santos, Ex-Suchiate, Ex-Corrientes and more) scuttled as artificial reefs in 40-65 ft, with the topsides shallow enough to snorkel.
Practical
Coordinate is Gary's Dive Shop (trips depart from the shop's boats) — the wreck positions are not published in the sources we opened, so book with a local shop. Gary's: wrecks at 40-65 ft; Advanced Open Water or above required to penetrate, Open Water for a guided exterior dive, and the topsides can be snorkelled at 10-15 ft. Posted prices (2026 site, USD plus IVA): single tank USD 89.97; with instructor/guide USD 118.97; three-tank Seal Island/wreck combo USD 164.97. Gear rental 50% off for boat customers.
Best for
Wreck diving in the Sea of Cortez
Nearby
- Charly's Rock (San Carlos)Right here
- Gary's Dive Shop (San Carlos)Right here
- Meri Meri Coffee & Bakery (San Carlos)Right here
- La Trattoria (San Carlos)0.1 NM away
- Los Arbolitos (San Carlos)0.1 NM away
- San Carlos Restaurants and Provisions0.1 NM away
- Turquesa Restaurant (San Carlos)0.1 NM away
- Coralito Beach Club (San Carlos)0.2 NM away