Location: South AfricaBlue Flag Beaches in South AfricaThe Blue Flag flies on South Africa BeachesTwenty local South Africa beaches won international recognition at the 2005 Blue Flag Awards, a European-based campaign which measures beaches against strict environmental, tourist and safety standards. Blue Flag gives local and foreign visitors the knowledge that their beaches are clean, environmentally sound and adhere to international safety and other tourist standards. When South Africa joined the campaign in 2001 as the first country outside Europe to participate, Blue Flag began to grow into a truly international campaign. Started in France in 1985, the Blue Flag campaign now runs in over 30 countries across Europe, the Caribbean, Canada, Iceland and New Zealand. South Africa and Morocco are the only African countries to have joined so far. Blue Flag beaches in the Eastern Cape - Dolphin Beach, Jeffreys Bay
- Gonubie Beach, East London
- Humewood Beach, Port Elizabeth
- Kellys Beach, Port Alfred
- Wells Estate, north of Port Elizabeth
Blue Flag beaches in KwaZulu Natal - Addington Beach, Durban/eThekwini
- Ansteys Beach, Durban/eThekwini
- Bay of Plenty, Durban/eThekwini
- Hibberdene Beach, south coast
- Lucien Beach, south coast
- Marina/San Lameer Beach, south coast
- Ramsgate Beach, south coast
- South Beach, Durban/eThekwini
- Umhlanga Rocks Main Beach
- Uvongo Beach, south coast
Blue Flag beaches in the Western Cape - Bikini Beach, Gordons Bay
- Clifton 4th Beach, Cape Town
- Grotto Beach, Hermanus
- Lappiesbaai Beach, Stilbaai
- Mnandi Beach, Strandfontein
The Blue Flag is given to beaches that meet 14 criteria spanning three aspects of coastal management: water quality, environmental education and information, and safety and services, which include excellent life-saving standards, top-rate parking and sparkling ablution facilities. The Blue Flag is awarded for one year only. Fourteen South African beaches were awarded Blue Flag status in 2004, eight in 2003, eight in 2002, and four in 2001. In total, 24 South African beaches have been Blue Flag winners, 14 of these multiple winners. Blue Flag is managed in South Africa by the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa, in partnership with the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism and participating coastal authorities under the departments Coast Care programme. Accommodation in and around South Africa Moontide Guest Lodge accommodation in South Africa
Moontide does not belong to the Garden Route; it belongs to the Garden of Eden This beautifully appointed guest house offers unparalleled access to the Wilderness lagoon s ever-changing moods and varied birdlife. Choose from eight en-suite cottages e... More
 Villa Afrikana Guest Suites accommodation in South Africa
THE VILLAWith its summery, gleaming white, the geometric architecture of Villa Afrikana is already quite a sight. The stylish interior is just as defined in the same perfect white. A modern, unpretentious interior gives the compact Villa Afrika... More
 Andries Stockenstrom Guest House accommodation in South Africa
Set in the historic heart of Graaff-Reinet, Andries Stockenstrom is a culinaruy oasis in the vast Karoo. Personally managed by owners,Gordon & Rose Wright, who invite guests to experience true Karoo hospitality. Bedrooms are cosy and quaint with ... More
 De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel accommodation in South Africa
The 4-star graded De Doornkraal Historic Country House is a charming boutique hotel located on the Garden Route in the heritage hub of Riversdale in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. The historic De Doornkraal homestead is one of the o... More
 Double Dutch B&B accommodation in South Africa
Knysna is a bustling little town on the banks of the lagoon of the same name. It is guarded by two magnificent sandstone cliffs, The Knysna Heads, which stand over the narrow channel where the lagoon enters the Indian Ocean. Knysna lies in the he... More
 Boulders Lodge & Spa accommodation in South Africa
Boulders Lodge & Spa is situated on the edge of town en-route to the Cango Caves. With an open, welcoming atmosphere you will experience the Oudtshoorn lifestyle at its best. Stay in our suites with king size beds and feel at home with en-s... More
 Amasun B&b accommodation in South Africa
AmaSun offers up-market, comfortable, yet affordable accommodation in a home furnished with family heirlooms which create an atmosphere of warmth and peacefulness. Situated in George - an ideal base for holiday makers, golfers, working visits and e... More
 Mimosa Lodge accommodation in South Africa
Situated in Montagu, the heart of Route 62, and just two hours from Cape Town, Mimosa Lodge is the perfect stop on the scenic route between Cape Town, Oudtshoorn and the Garden Route. The Lodge is a delightful retreat with an enviable reputation for ... More
 Sandpiper Guest Cottages accommodation in South Africa
Our thatched fisherman's cottages have the character and atmosphere of a time gone by, equipped with all luxuries of today. Our fisherman s cottages have the character and atmosphere of a time gone by, equipped with all luxuries of today. Special... More
 Dolphin View Guesthouse accommodation in South Africa
Three Star Grading Tourism Grading Council - AA Highly Recommended - Member NAA Dolphin View Guesthouse is located in the Noorse Kloof Nature Reserve in a peaceful, safe and quiet area not far from shops. From the Guestrooms you ... More
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