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How safe is Colombia for female travelers?
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based on 91 experiences from female travelers
Colombia, Solo travel
Amazing and safe! Solo traveling through Colombia was incredible! From vibrant cities to lush jungles, every day was an adventure. Met amazing people, felt safe, and fell in love with the culture. Can’t wait to go back! 🇨🇴
Posted: August 6, 2025
Liz
Panama
Colombia, Family travel
I felt safe almost everywhere except in Plaza de Botero in Medellin were they have statues from the artist, that park felt sketchy and there were too much people walking around randomly. I like a vegan sushi I bought there in Medellín twice but overall vegan food.. they didn't have much. I spent around $300 dollars in everything that included the hotel where I stayed in the same room with mom and sister, then a whole bus to take us from our hotel to the touristic sites for 3 or 5 days I think it was and then I spent like a $100 on souvenirs.
Posted: July 21, 2025Cartagena, Couple travel
Although there is much to offer in Cartagena, Colombia it is important to stay vigilant. I was at a bar with my partner and pretty sure someone put something in my drink. I only had 2 beers at the bar and when I was walking home with my partner I could not keep my eyes open. I was literally falling asleep as we were walking home and I had never felt like this before. - and to happen for drinking 2 beers- nope! Usually it’s the women sex workers who drug men to take their money, etc but not always.
Posted: July 6, 2025Experienced: January, 2025
Liz
Colombia
Tumaco, Family travel
Tumaco is a great place. The people are friendly and beautiful, the beach is a tremendously impressive and imposing place. I lived there for 9 years and was delighted, now that I've left, I miss it because it really left a mark on me. You need to go and visit.
Posted: May 2, 2025Experienced: December, 2015
Nava
Canada
Cali, Solo travel
I was volunteering in the mountains near Cali and on my days off, booked the hostel Patio del Rio and had such an amazing time. The employees there Andres and Thomas were so warm and welcoming and showed me around the city, I met tons of lovely people and even baked a banana bread for everyone in the hostel! I would reccomend going out at night with locals, or at the very least go with large groups of people. Safety in numbers.
Posted: April 16, 2025How safe is Colombia for women?
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Marisol
Medellín
You need to be aware all the time, as long as you are in tourist places and with people that you can trust. About the crime, the best thing to do is keep your things in a safe place, not in an exposed pocket. In general is a good place to travel, be careful with strangers, and enjoy the trip.
Posted: October 17, 2025
Andrea
Bogotá
Bogota is a wonderful place, actually Colombia in general is. U have to be careful like other countries and stay alert, but u can enjoy all time in restaurant, bars, hotels, walking around the cities. Etc. We have a lot of things to do. Try and come to Colombia.
Posted: September 8, 2025
Cynthia
Bogotá
If you are in the “pretty” parts of time is not that bad, but you ALWAYS have to be careful. Don’t take your cellphone out on the street and don’t go out alone at night. In bogota we are not that friendly with unknown people in the street because they can easily rob you. Try to look as you know your way around and don’t stop if someone tries to talk to you, don’t leave your belongings unattended or have your phone in your jacket’s pocket, you won’t feel a thing when they take it out. Don’t give anyone the slightest chance to take advantage of you and you will be okay!
Posted: September 8, 2025
Ana
Cartagena
Cartagena is generally safe if you stay in well-known areas like Downtown, Getsemaní, or Bocagrande. In the rest of the city, it’s best to stay alert and cautious. As a woman, you should avoid walking alone late at night, even in the safer areas.
Posted: August 29, 2025Medellín
Medellin is a farely safe city. We have a saying here “No des papaya” that means, dont put yourself in situations that can be dangerous. Keep your personal items with you always, dont walk around with your phone on your hand and be aware of your space and you will be fine.
Posted: August 18, 2025Safety in Colombia
