Is Africa Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

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Is Africa worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 3 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.2/5

Safety

3/5

Food

3.3/5

Budget-friendly

2.6/5

Solo travel

I started my journey in Kenya in Mombasa, then flew to Rwanda and took a gorilla trekking trip, then travelled overland and stayed overnight in Rwanda, Uganda, until I returned back to Kenya. Then I flew to South Africa and travelled along the coast of Cape Town, Hermanus, Simons Town, Gansbaai and Stellenbosch. It was the trip of a lifetime.

Posted: May 20, 2023
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Meet locals in Africa

Maia

Maia

About Me

My name is Maia.💗 Im from the USA, i moved to cape town when i was three. Im a nail tech and im still a student at the moment, im a foodie and a binge watching series girlie and loveeee the winter💗 I love making new friends im also a very humorous person, I love nature and love going on walks im also a gardening girlie ifykyk im open to making new friends and trying new adventures♡

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Thato

Thato

About Me

Just a girl's girl looking to meet new people and show them around. I spend all my time at work, home or the gym. So I'm looking for new friends.

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amina

amina

Tipaza

Can host for:

7 days

About me

Hi sisters 🌹👑💎 My name is Amina, I’m 38, and I’m from Algeria. I am a strong believer in a world without borders so I’d love to meet up, explore, or even find a kind host during my journey. I’m planning to visit Córdoba, Málaga, Granada, and Sévilla, and I’d love to connect with locals or fellow travelers. A little about me: I work in diplomacy, love art therapy, painting, volunteering, hiking, yoga... I enjoy discovering new cultures, exploring nature, attending workshops and conferences and visiting museums and art galleries. Adventurely yours, 🥰

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Pika

Pika

Isle Mauritius

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi there! I am Pika and I am from Mauritius Island. If you're planning to visit Mauritius after in 2026, just send me a text :)) (I'm not available before). Hotels can be really expensive if you're on a tight budget and being a broke student, I can totally relate with that. So, don't save for hotels and spend on the food, tours, and clothes instead!

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Upcoming visitors to Africa

Luna

Luna

About Me

Heyho 🌚 My name is Luna, I‘m 24 and study Cognitive Science in Osnabrück, Germany. What brings me most joy is being in nature, exploring places and making inspiring connections with others 🌱 I like yoga, hiking, swimming, reading, and everything creative. I’m here because I am seeking opportunities to travel on a budget, learn languages and meet new people from all over the world. Happy to help where I can 🫶🏻 ps: currently not able to host since I took the semester off to travel

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Luna

Luna

About Me

Heyho 🌚 My name is Luna, I‘m 24 and study Cognitive Science in Osnabrück, Germany. What brings me most joy is being in nature, exploring places and making inspiring connections with others 🌱 I like yoga, hiking, swimming, reading, and everything creative. I’m here because I am seeking opportunities to travel on a budget, learn languages and meet new people from all over the world. Happy to help where I can 🫶🏻 ps: currently not able to host since I took the semester off to travel

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Safety in Africa