Get To Know Mexico's Blue Flag Beaches

Mexico has as many as 97 beaches, marinas, and boats that are certified with the coveted Blue Flag standard. This distinction is achieved by meeting strict quality levels in education and environmental information, water quality, environmental management, safety and services.

The main idea of the Blue Flag Program is to connect the public with their environment and encourage them to learn more about their surroundings.

Another destination strongly committed to environmental standards set in the Blue Flag Program is Isla Mujeres, a favorite spot for U.S. vacationers who find high water quality and respect for ecosystems on their beaches, plus areas clean of trash and bacteria. The certified beaches on this island are Playa Norte, Playa Centro and Albatros Beach.

The complete list of Blue Flag certifications in Mexico is as follows:

Los Cabos: 25 beaches

Zihuatanejo: 5 beaches

Puerto Vallarta: 4 beaches

Bahia de Banderas: 1 beach / 1 marina

Santa Maria del Oro: 1 lagoon

San Blas: 1 marina

Huatulco: 2 beaches

Isla Mujeres: 4 beaches

Puerto Morelos: 2 beaches

Solidaridad: 6 beaches

Ciudad Madero: 1 beach

Progreso: 2 beaches