Is Cambodia Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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based on 20 experiences from female travelers
Siem Reap, Solo travel
My trip to Siem Reap was fantastic. I discovered this place to be very safe, local people are so kind and helpful. I arrived there by bus from Bangkok and easily got visa on arrival at the border. I stayed in Bokre Angkor Hostel, staff is very lovely and helpful there. If you'll decide to visit this place you should definitely go to see Angkor Wat - the largest Hindu-Buddhist temple complex in the world.
Posted: May 12, 2025
Hannah
Taiwan
Siem Reap, Couple travel
Like most people, we went to Siem Reap to visit the world-famous Angkor Wat. It is absolutely worth a visit. The magnificent temples are even more stunning in real life and our local guide Mr. Sa was amazing! He showed us to so many spots and told us stories about himself, Angkor Wat, and Cambodia. It was really a journey of a lifetime. Siem Reap is pretty safe as far as the touristy parts go. The local people were really kind and helpful. I had such a great time there!!
Posted: April 11, 2025
Rachel
Singapore
Cambodia, Couple travel
Was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved and felt safe in Cambodia. The food is so good, similar flavours to Thai/Viet but lighter on the palate with so much fresh vegetables, we had Khmer food everyday. Also, the warmth and understanding from the locals is touching, although there can be a lot of traffic, they don't honk obnoxiously at each other or at pedestrians. Shoutout to our Angkor Wat guide who really adjusted to our energy levels and told us so many interesting stories not just...
Posted: March 19, 2025
Nicole
Singapore
Siem Reap, Solo travel
Cambodia is super safe, unlike what you may have seen on social or main stream media. I went primarily to visit the temples which are up to 1500 years old. People are super honest, no touting, limited haggling jf you use grab for public transport. I strongly recommend if you are a strong history buff!
Posted: March 2, 2025Cambodia, Group travel
Cambodia was super fun! You just have to drink lots of water because it was super hot. Using sunblock, umbrella, and clothes which are cotton were helpful. It would be best to stay indoors at lunchtime or after lunch to avoid the heat. The food in Siem Reap was yummier as compared to Phnom Penh. The people were kind too :)
Posted: August 18, 2024
Iman
United States
Phnom Penh, Solo travel
I have been living in Phnom Penh for a year now and I have never felt as safe as this city. The people are so nice and always want to help you, the weather is good, the food is delicious and the culture so interesting
Posted: July 10, 2024Phnom Penh, Solo travel
I felt quite safe in Phnom Phen, however I would say, keep track of your belongings. I know several people who got their phone stolen there. Either by a person passing by (on a motorbike) or even a tuk tuk driver. Besides that everything was fine. There is however not much to do and if you don't have too much time I would suggest skipping this town in favour of other places.
Posted: May 4, 2024Experienced: April, 2022
hey_maj_ical
Philippines
Phnom Penh, Solo travel
It was an amazing solo travel. Food and transport doesn't hurt the bank a lot as the food is pretty cheap yet superb taste! Booking a TukTuk via Grab is very convenient and also cheap. I stayed at a RS II Guesthouse and the view of the Royal Palace at the balcony is just wow... then you have the river on your left...also inexpensive... Make sure to visit the Killing Fields to know their deep history.(Prepare your tissues!) Overall, Phnom Penh is a nice place for solo or group travelling and...
Posted: March 4, 2024Experienced: January, 2023Cambodia, Group travel
Cambodia is very safe but be careful in the capital Phnom Penh. Siem reap is an amazing place to visite either the temples on Angkor Wat In the south there are too wonderful islands that you can’t miss And you have to visit Kampot
Posted: February 26, 2024Experienced: March, 2018
Victoria
France
Cambodia, Solo travel
Cambodia is an amazing country ! The landscapes there are just fabulous and people are so sweet ! I was an English teacher in a NGO called AKD school Battalbang and I highly recommend this experience. The family that welcomed me was very nice and took care of me. Teaching to the kids was incredible... I loved everything there ! I never felt insecure in Cambodia but there are two major security issues there : dogs with rabies (everywhere) and bag snatching (in Phnom Penh). Thus you should be...
Posted: February 21, 2024Experienced: March, 2022Is Cambodia safe for women?
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Sangkat Phnom Penh Thmei
Although this area is very safe for female travelers, you should be careful with your bags and purses. Do not expose them publicly or openly on the street, and always be mindful about your phones and belongings.
Posted: February 28, 2026Phnom Penh
It is quite safe if you are holding your bag and watching yourself in dark. If you choose to drink be sure to take a car home not tuk tuk and don't walk when you are too drunk. Avoid unlit roads at night.
Posted: April 12, 2025
Kena
Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is very safe for all female Travellers. You can socialize with other solo travellers from all around the world. Not have scam or petty crime.But you also need to be aware of your surroundings
Posted: October 12, 2024Safety in Cambodia
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VIANNA
Sihanoukville
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3 days
About me
I’m an expat who’s already living here in Sihanoukville for 4 years now. I loved traveling too, go out for a run or cycle on my free time.
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Lucie
Phnom Penh
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hi, I'm a French engineer living in the city center of Phnom Penh. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to explore the city, hang out, or just have a chat. Can wait to meet you ☀️
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