Is Malaysia safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Malaysia for solo female travelers?
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based on 37 experiences from female travelers
Malaysia, Solo travel
Malaysia was a beautiful and diverse experience, combining modern cities with rich culture and nature. I enjoyed the mix of traditions, delicious food, and the friendliness of the people but what I enjoyed the most was how all the different cultures and religions live together without a problem ❤️ Getting around was easy, and the country felt welcoming and well organized, making it a comfortable and memorable place to explore.
Posted: January 18, 2026Kuala Lumpur, Solo travel
I was lucky enough to be hosted by my Chinese friend in Puchong. We would get around by car. I wouldn't recommend walking because there are not many places to walk to. As a European it was quite a shocking thing. I love walking. If you want to have fun, there are organised activities to visit the jungle, or you could just chill at the numerous shopping malls around the city. Malaysian Ringgits are weak, so 40 euros were 200 MYR. Food is great. Please try Durian, it's a smelly fruit, either you love it or hate it 😄
Posted: August 17, 2025Experienced: August, 2022
Claire
United Kingdom
Kuala Lumpur, Solo travel
I did loads of cool things in KL, some with my friend who lives there and some alone. I went to the royal selangor pewter museum and tour, the National textile museum, loads of local food markets: yum, Ilham gallery where I ran a tablet weaving workshop and we drove out to an indigenous village one day where people weave beautiful things with pandanas grass and I got to have a go. My friends weren’t into the textile stuff so I did that alone but I wouldn’t have got to the village without them as it was an hour away and not on public transport links. There were quite a few artisans offering...
Posted: August 7, 2025Experienced: July, 2018
Hadiqa
Pakistan
Malaysia, Family travel
Malasiya is a good place fir tourist, safe country , You can go to genting highlands , melaka , langkawi, batu caves , you can also use hip on hop off buss it was a good experience but keep umbrella or rain coats with you. The food was ok I booked swiss hotel for 3 days rooms were good but there were cockroaches in the kitchen. I would recommend to book a hotel in sentral you can use busses from there easily . In malacca i stayed in the apartment , apartment was very good and clean but the owner was quite fussy . I used grab and indrive it costs me much less then the taxis . Plus for...
Posted: May 25, 2025
Ezhil
India
Kuala Lumpur, Family travel
Guys I don't know if it was because I was a child but this was one of the best family trips I ever had. We went to Kuala lampur and langkawi and I fricking loved it. Langkawi is sooo beautiful and personally I liked langkawi more than the city. I felt super safe probably since I was with my family and we were in a huge group with our own friends. We had a great guide who was super nice to us and very hospitable throughout the whole trip. Unfortunately we couldn't get to eat authentic malaysian food since we had people who preferred indian food in our group. I totally recommend island hopping...
Posted: May 3, 2025Experienced: April, 2018How safe is Malaysia for women?
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Based on 74 local experiences
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Based on 74 local experiences
Kuala Lumpur
Very safe just avoid dark hidden places at night. Be careful with your belongings, I have heard some can try to steal wallets but never have happened to me and I have lived here more than 3 years. Of course after 1 am maybe careful in areas were not too many people
Posted: January 22, 2026Selangor
Generally safe, although not pedestrian friendly (recommend to drive or take a taxi, or use the public transport) as there are little to no walkways available for pedestrians. Cross roads only when the traffic lights turn green for pedestrians, as cars will not give way to pedestrians
Posted: January 13, 2026Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is relatively safe for women to travel solo. However it’s good to exercise caution and as long as you are in public places you are pretty safe. Catcalling is one thing that happens that might make women feel unsafe in the city. They are usually not followed with aggression or any pursuit, so best to just ignore it, do not engage and walk away. Also in terms of the way you dress may matter in certain parts of the city. But as a local, I do dress in a more revealing way compared to many locals and I have been fine. It’s about where you go and the occasion. There are many events...
Posted: December 25, 2025Pulau Pinang
Its just hard to explain but i think you can say that we dont need to worry to much, just ask anyone nearby if you need help and they will give you a hand for sure. Just dont be a freak cause even I will avoid uncomfortable situation.
Posted: October 7, 2025
Sue
Kuala Lumpur
As it is a metropolitan city, safety is not that bad however sexual harassment or stalking (personally experienced) may be present. As a local female, I would not walk alone after dark in public. Even with a male companion, could be risky.
Posted: October 3, 2025Safety in Malaysia
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Sue
Kuala Lumpur
Can host for:
2 days
About me
Solo chindian traveller into slow travel, gastronomical adventures, and trying out new things. Insta: heysueq I'm into fitness (good walks, swimming or any movement), reading and beaches! I don't smoke or drink alcohol at all (enjoy life more being sober haha). I do love to exchange travel stories.
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Shahida
Kuala Terengganu
Can host for:
2 days
About me
A 20-something lawyer turned writer. I lost my youth to depression, and now I am reclaiming my lost years by traveling solo. A self-proclaimed digital nomad. I love to travel in hoping to fall in love with places, its people, food and culture. I can be found at @speakingofshahida on Instagram where I share bits of my travel
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