Is Brazil Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
Safety index
Based on 5 experiences
Based on research and crime data
Safety overview
Safety at night:Unsafe
Public transportation: Moderate
Street harassment: Moderate
Petty crimes:High
Tap water:Unsafe
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based on 5 experiences
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Couple travel experience
I have positive memories of Brazil, but we didn't go out in the evenings. In the Amazon, it was quiet, and peaceful, with no people at all. In Fortaleza - it's a typical resort and rather okay (even in the evenings it was peaceful). In Rio, we limited ourselves to daytime sightseeing and beach time and avoided the favelas. In Paraty, it was very touristy, lots of people from Europe.
Posted: October 4, 2023Solo travel experience
This was my first time traveling alone. I spent a few days in São Paulo and a few in Rio. It was an amazing trip and Brazil is a stunning country with delicious food, great entertainment, and friendly people. I was cautious during the trip for safety reasons, but I never felt unsafe (I was with a Brazilian friend and we stayed in safe areas). I'm already looking forward to going back and exploring more of the country.
Posted: August 4, 2023Group travel experience
I fell in love with Brazil during my visit in November. I went to Saõ Paolo and Rio and I highly recommend seeing both cities. I traveled with my best friend and we felt very safe. She went on morning runs and I walked alone for a few hours one day and was very comfortable. Coming from NY, I found everything to be very reasonable in price, from hotels to meals to getting around. The locals are super friendly and made us feel right at home.
Posted: April 23, 2023
Jasmin
Canada
Solo travel experience
I traveled with a volunteering organization. It’s a beautiful country with the most welcoming locals. Beautiful beaches. I stated in Rio de Janeiro, I’d definitely go back.
Posted: April 13, 2023Group travel experience
I've been in Brazil for 10 days. I went with my best friend to Manaus (Amazon), Rio de Jainero, and Iguassu Falls (both sides). I will admit I had some fears about the trip: mosquitos (despite yellow fever shot), being mugged, food choices, and slippery Falls walk ways. But none of this happened. We both enjoyed our trip and have a much more favorable opinion of Brazil. I had previously been to Peru, Argentina, Chile and was interested in visiting the biggest country of the area and wanted to see the Christ the Redeemer statue.
Posted: November 21, 2022Meet locals in Brazil
Layla
Speaking
About Me
23yo, cabin crew in Brazil. Loves to read and travel, but I’m not a huge fan of traveling alone so I’m trying to change that
Countries I’ve Visited
🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇻🇦 Vatican City
Julia
Speaking
About Me
I'm a 22 years old brazilian who wants to meet new people, show around my city and let you know how is the real and tradicional Rio de Janeiro beside the turistic points! our culture, food, what we like to do and also, practice my english. I think it would be a good way to make memories, of course. As a good brazilian, I LOVE talking and have fun!! If you interested or need some help with anything, just text me. Thank you💖
Countries I’ve Visited
🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇵🇹 Portugal
Maricí
Speaking
About Me
I'm a girl that loves traveling, learning and sharing cultures.
Countries I’ve Visited
🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇫🇷 France, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇨🇭 Switzerland
Stay with locals in Brazil
Isadora
Speaking
You can stay for:
4 days
About me
I'm isadora emer, 19 years old, brazilian from rio de janeiro. Traveler, student, singer, songwriter and a great enthusiast of Brazilian music (especially forró pé-de-serra). On Instagram: @isadoraemmer
Countries I’ve Visited
🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇧🇷 Brazil
Mariana
Speaking
You can stay for:
3 days
About me
hi my name is Mariana Machado, I'm Brazilian, engineering student, currently doing an exchange program in Serbia, passionate about art, music, architecture, my family and my friends
Countries I’ve Visited
🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇷🇸 Serbia, 🇺🇾 Uruguay
Nãna
Speaking
You can stay for:
7 days
About me
I'm an artsy introvert who loves live music, nice views, and a good cup of freshly brewed coffee.
Countries I’ve Visited
🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇧🇷 Brazil
Upcoming visitors to Brazil
Jemima
Speaking
About Me
Hello. I'm new to solo travelling and would like to team up with others on my travels. I just feel life is stalled waiting for others to be free, can afford or to go to the same places. I look forward to hearing from you 🎉
Countries I’ve Visited
🇺🇸 United States, 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇿🇦 South Africa, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇲🇦 Morocco, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇫🇷 France
Tiffany
Speaking
About Me
🌺🤿🏄♀️🌅🐚 🌎 Hey it’s Tiffany. I love traveling the world. #liveamplified AmplifiedNetwork.com
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Posted: October 11, 2022Safety in Brazil
