Is Trinidad and Tobago safe for solo female travelers?
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Trinidad & Tobago, Solo travel
I was in Tobago as a solo traveler. I recommend it, but it's worth doing some research on where to go and what to do beforehand. I stayed in the quietest seaside village of Castara, where I rented a car and an apartment, which served as my base for daily visits/activities, such as a day-long boat trip or birdwatching hikes in the rainforest. I visited the forts of British colonizers, as well as former cocoa plantations, which have now been turned into museums and cooperatives, botanical gardens, and some waterfalls on the island. The food and admission tickets for sightseeing were relatively cheap.
Posted: April 10, 2023How safe is Trinidad and Tobago for women?
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Based on 9 local experiences
Local crime index
Based on 9 local experiences
Khadeen
Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and tobago are beautiful countries, but there are fatalities to be aware of . There has been an increase in killings, more so women and children. I would say to keep guard and do thorough checks on those you accompanying, especially for places or events that involve liquor or any drug induced substance.
Posted: August 16, 2025Port of Spain
The surrounding areas are relatively safe and friendly but I would recommend going with either a guide or local. The people are welcoming and easy to get along with, but don't walk after dark especially in the town centre or any highly congested areas. Be wary and Have fun!
Posted: April 20, 2025Trinidad and Tobago
Summary: Visit but be wise and know where the hot spots are located. Trinidad and Tobago is a beautiful country with a rich cultural and friendly fun loving people. However the country is plagued by gang violence and there are certain areas that are considered generally unsafe. Tobago is much safer and cleaner in general. Most persons visit during the Carnival festivities which I would definitely recommend! The flora and fauna id also very noteworthy.
Posted: April 13, 2025Trinidad and Tobago
I would not recommend going into high crime areas or areas with low traffic. I would not recommend walking around alone when it's dark. Try to stay in a group or pair up with someone at all times. Overall, it's an okay country in regard to safety. Just don't do things you wouldn't do in your own country, and it should be fine. Speak to locals and ask questions they would answer honestly and advise you on where to go and what to do. We're usually very friendly.
Posted: March 3, 2025
Afeisha
Trinidad and Tobago
I reside on the smaller island, Tobago. I generally feel very safe. There are many times I would go to bed without closing windows for natural ventilation, forget house keys on the door, leave my vehicle unlocked, and my home was never disturbed. I am a woman, so everywhere I go, no matter how safe it may be, I worry about being harassed or kidnapped, so my worry about that isn't because it's an issue here. The people are friendly and ready to assist. You obviously won't be walking around with large sums of money at any point as that is a safety issue. All in all, as a citizen, I feel safe.
Posted: February 17, 2025Safety in Trinidad and Tobago
