Is Lake Atitlán safe for solo female travelers?
Lake Atitlán can be a beautiful yet cautionary destination for solo female travelers. With its stunning natural beauty, engaging Mayan culture, and warm-hearted locals, the area is generally safe and welcoming. However, it's crucial to remain vigilant, especially during evenings and while using public transportation. Instances of pickpocketing and petty theft are reported occasionally. It is recommended to stay connected with a reliable local guide or locals for better safety. Sustainable tourism practices and respect for local culture and norms are always advised.
Safety rating
Lake Atitlán is currently ranked #2 safest place in Guatemala for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.
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How safe is Lake Atitlán for female travelers?
Zoe
United Kingdom
Couple travel
My time on lake atitlan was amazing! Such an amazing experience and met so many great people. perfect place to meet other people especially at free cerveza everyone was so welcoming, and the food was amazing! There was a place that did falafel wraps(i can’t remember the name sorry) which was INSANE ! i’ve had a LOT of falafel in my life and that was one of, if not THE BEST
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