Brazil has reached a new milestone in environmental protection and sustainable tourism. Blue Flag SchemeWith the approval of 49 seats – 38 Beaches E 11 Marinas – In the 2024/2025 season, consolidates itself as a leader South America In Environmental Certification for Coastal Sites.
Beaches Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Santa Caterina, Bahia, Alagos e Ceará The program was approved by an international jury for compliance with conditions such as water quality, environmental management and tourism infrastructure. Ministry of Tourism. On the coast of Sao Paulo, Praia do Tombo, in GuarujaRenewal approved.
Developed by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), the Blue Flag scheme is one of the most respected environmental quality labels in the world. Certified beaches and marinas must continue to demonstrate their commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development.
Last season, the program had 42 spots on its roster blue flag. “This year's increase in approvals reflects a concerted effort by governments, the private sector and the community to protect the environment and raise awareness of the importance of clean and well-managed beaches and marinas,” the project assesses.
Lena Bernardi, National Coordinator of the Blue Flag Program in Brazil, highlights the importance of accreditation. “The Blue Flag is more than a seal of quality. This is a recognition that our goals are in line with best international sustainability practices. In addition to attracting eco-friendly tourists, it promotes local economic development, employment and income generation. ,” she said.
Authorized locations follow strict criteria that must be maintained and verified annually. By obtaining the seal, beaches and marinas not only protect the environment but also ensure a safe and orderly environment for their visitors.
The National Blue Flag Award Ceremony will take place this year on November 1st in Salvador, Bahia.
“Sun and beach are the main drivers of travel to Brazil, and the greater the number of destinations recognized as sustainable, the greater our ability to attract more foreign tourists,” said Empradure (Brazilian Agency for International Development). Tourism), Marcelo Freixo.
According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), 69% of travelers seek sustainable destinations. “The engagement with the impacts of consumption is more than a trend, it's the political stance of a generation that understands sustainability as a social project,” Freixo said.
List of approved beaches:
Update:
? Patacho Beach, Puerto de Petras – AL
? Paraso Beach, Curajuba, Camagari – PA
? Viração Beach, Salvador – BA
? Ponta de Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe Beach, Salvador – PA
? Kumbuko Beach, Kagea – CE
? Forno Beach, Armação de Búzios – RJ
? Azeda Azedinha Beach, Armação de Búzios – RJ
? Pero Beach, Cabo Frio – RJ
? Upaz Beach, Iguapa Grande – RJ
? Sossego Beach, Niterói – RJ
? Reserva Beach, Rio de Janeiro – RJ (Nelson Mandela Section)
? Brinha, Rio de Janeiro – RJ
? Petras de Sapatiba Beach, Sao Pedro da Altea – RJ
? Pedras de Itaúna beach, Saquarema – RJ
? Esteliro Beach, Balneario Campori – SC
? Estaleirinho Beach, Balneário Camboriú – SC
? Daquaras Beach, Balneario Campori -Sc
? Picaras Beach, Balneario Picaras – SC
? Ponta do Jaques Beach, Balneario Picharas – SC
? Cuatro Ilhas Beach, Bombinhas – SC
? Mariscal Beach, Bombinhas – SC
? Consico Beach, Bombinhas – SC
? Lagoa do Peri, Florianopolis – SC
? Brea Grande, Governor Celso Ramos – SC
? Brynha de Ita, Ita – Sc
? Wovo Basin Beach, Penha – SC
? Saudate Beach, Penha – SC
? Brea Grande, Penha – SC
? Ervino Beach, São Francisco do Sul – SC
? Praia do Forte, São Francisco do Sul – SC
? Praia Grande, São Francisco do Sul – SC
? Saudade Beach, Sao Francisco do Sul – SC
? Dombo Beach, Guaruja – Sp
First Season:
? Dugun's Beach, Armaso de Buzios – R.J
? Laguna Kaisera Beach, Areal do Cabo – R.J
? Grumari Beach, Rio de Janeiro – RJ
? Central Coast, Balneario Picharas – Sc
? Praia das Cortas, Governor Celso Ramos – SC
LIST OF APPROVED MARINAS:
Update:
? Yacht Club da Bahia, Salvador – B.A
? Marina Costabella, Angra dos Reyes – RJ
? Santos Yacht Club, Ankara dos Reis – R.J
? Tedesco Marina, Balneario Campori – SC
? Santa Catarina Yacht Club, Florianopolis – SC
? Marina da Conceição, Florianópolis – SC
? Marina Itajai, Itajai – SC
? Santos Yacht Club, Guaruja – Sp
? Voca Marine, Upadhyay – Sp
? Marina Kawai, Upadupa – Sp
First Season:
? Marina Villa Real, Sao Francisco do Sul – SC
