Is Indonesia safe for solo female travelers?

Indonesia generally offers a safe environment for solo female travelers. In popular tourist areas such as Bali or Jakarta, safety is similar to major cities globally. However, it's important to keep your wits about you, particularly at night, and avoid less crowded places. Exercise caution in remote areas due to occasional reports of harassment. Ensure to respect the local customs and attire, especially in religious sites. Use reputable transportation and accommodation. Overall, when using common sense and precautions, Indonesia is a rich and beautiful destination to explore.

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How safe is Indonesia for female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.5 /5

based on 91 experiences from female travelers

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Indonesia

West Nusa Tenggara, Group travel

West Nusa Tenggara has many beaches that are still rarely visited, so they are still very clean, beautiful, and somewhat difficult to reach. Apart from the beaches, there are also other traditional attractions. Although not very big, West Nusa Tenggara has several small islands that are also tourist attractions, one of which is known as the Three Gili (Tiga Gili)

Posted: September 11, 2025
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Labuan Bajo, Group travel

Labuan Bajo, who in Indonesia hasn't heard of it? If you are looking for beautiful beaches and seas for snorkelling and diving, then Labuan Bajo is the answer. Labuan Bajo is currently in the tourism development stage, so the cost of getting there is quite high, but its stunning natural beauty makes it worth it. Although the island is small, the experience of visiting it will be unforgettable. Ever hear komodo? Found them in Labuan Bajo

Posted: September 11, 2025Experienced: January, 2024
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Sanur, Family travel

Sanur was overall a great experience to stay with my family. We went to a great hotel by the beach, enjoyed the food and had a nice vacation. I did feel safe in the environment (maybe due to the fact that I was with my family and in luxurious accommodations)

Posted: September 7, 2025
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Kristina

Kristina

South Korea

Bali, Solo travel

It was perfect experience! I really loved it! Even though I came alone, it was easy to find girls to hang out with. Food is cheap and delicious, people are friendly! Also recommend to try massage, it’s also very cheap!

Posted: September 3, 2025
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Andrea

Andrea

Canada

Indonesia, Solo travel

I felt very safe in Indonesia. Asia has a huge culture towards respect for tourist and keeping them safe throughout their trip! I felt a lot of peace in Indonesia! It was easy to travel around the country and my phone was broken through most of my trip. Only thing is getting ripped off and charged for prices higher in the streets! But people are always open to negotiate and lower their prices if they know, you know the real price!! Still amazing for food, rich cultures, and the best kinds of travelers I’ve met!!

Posted: August 26, 2025Experienced: October, 2023
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How safe is Indonesia for women?

Local safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 61 local experiences

Local crime index

2.4 /5

Based on 61 local experiences

Indonesia

Went to Indonesia Bali, twice this year! I love staying and enjoying my day there. The local is nice since i speak their language. Eventho you dont speak their language, they still treat you very nice and welcoming. Its very safe as a female to be there compare my time in japan🥲 i was follow twice by stranger in japan but not once in Bali.

Posted: September 21, 2025
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Katerina

Katerina

Bali

Bali is a safe place to travel, but you need to follow the basic safety rules that apply in any country: do not walk alone at night, do not leave a glass unattended, do not leave with strangers. But in general: the island is very safe, as the locals will always help and advise, the tourists are kind

Posted: September 20, 2025
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Tiyarra

Jakarta

Jakarta is safe, as long u keep all yours in your eyes. It's not that bad, but u need to take care as always!!! If u need help in Jakarta, u can text me. I'll try my best to help. And the last but not least is... enjoy your time here >//<

Posted: September 15, 2025
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awdey

awdey

Batam

Batam mostly is a safe city. Most people come here to work. So you can expect most people busy with their work and business. In this city its pretty safe and have a low crime rate. Othen than being a industrial city, it have many attractions and entertainment spots as well

Posted: July 24, 2025
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Sanur Kauh

I Think it is very safe. The only dangerous thing could be the dogs at night. The people are very Friendly and do no Harm. I feel safe Here. Only advice I have is Watch out at night for the dogs on the Street. The most of them are just Nice only bark. But there are sometimes ‘crazy’ dogs.

Posted: July 24, 2025
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Safety in Indonesia