Farm 215 nature retreat and fynbos reserve is located in the renowned Cape Floral Kingdom close to Cape Agulhas. This private nature retreat may be stylish and luxurious, yet stays true to responsible tourism principles. Environmentally compatible operations include waste and water recycling, solar power, solar heating and use of bio-degradable detergents.

Farm 215 nature retreat and fynbos reserve contributes to local economic development. All employees are local and all consumables are sourced from the immediate area. Farm 215 also promotes the sustainable harvesting of flowers as a way of creating local employment and conserving biodiversity at the same time.

Maarten Groos, Manager of farm 215 nature retreat, expressed that, “Being certified by Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa serves two purposes. Firstly it is a confirmation of the nature of our business; secondly it keeps us sharp in a country that is still en route from a bizarre past to a fairer society. The certification process and ongoing quality checks are a natural match with farm 215’s business philosophy.”