Is Galápagos Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Galápagos is generally safe for solo female travelers. Crime rates are low and residents are typically friendly and helpful. However, it is always essential to take usual travel precautions. It's advised to keep an eye on personal belongings due to occasional petty theft. Public transport and tours are generally safe. Although it is idyllic, it's always necessary to stay aware and vigilant, especially during night time.

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How safe is Galápagos?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Galápagos is generally considered to be quite safe even during night-time. The locals are friendly towards tourists and incidents of serious crime are quite rare. That said, it's essential to maintain basic precautions such as avoiding deserted areas, not flashing expensive belongings, and being aware of your surroundings. Always trust your instincts and take the same safety precautions that you would in your own country.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

In Galápagos, public transportation is generally safe. Boats and buses are the most commonly used modes of transport to get to different islands and areas within the islands respectively. All are regulated and typically safe to use. However, it's advisable for solo female travelers to remain attentive to their belongings and surroundings, especially during the night, for personal safety.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Galápagos tends to be quite safe and welcoming towards solo female travelers. Instances of street harassment are generally quite low. You may experience occasional looks or comments, but these instances are not regular. As always, practicing situational awareness is recommended.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

In the Galápagos Islands, the risk of experiencing petty crimes like pickpocketing or purse snatching is relatively low compared to other tourist destinations. The islands are generally safe, with a notable police presence, especially in populated areas. However, even though crime rates are low, taking standard precautions such as not leaving any belongings unattended and keeping personal items secure and close to you at all times would be advisable.

Is Galápagos worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.7 /5

based on 4 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

3.4/5

Safety

4/5

Food

3.4/5

Budget-friendly

2.7/5

Couple travel

The Galápagos Islands are truly extraordinary. Booking activities on site is much cheaper (don’t be shy to bargain) and offers more flexibility. The diversity of wildlife is exceptional. Island hopping is not the most comfortable (if you get nauseous plan to grab some medicine). Once on an island everything is conveniently close. We often walked everywhere even to an airport on one of the islands. For distant activities, agencies provided pick up services. The food was fresh and delicious. Don’t forget to get a stamp in your passport!

Posted: June 6, 2024
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Group travel

It was over-regulated and full of tourists. It was not the nature-based expedition I was hoping for. Free diving and snorkelling there were great. It was nice to see giant turtles, but apart from that, there is not much to do there. I visited a few islands, but they did not have wildlife and were also over-regulated. Overall, I was disappointed.

Posted: June 21, 2022
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Group travel

I spent 10 days on a small boat (16 passengers), exploring the outer islands. I 100% recommend this if it is possible. Every day we would visit a different island, all of them full of animals, some only found on that island. For the first week we hardly ever saw a boat on the horizon, and then we moved to inhabited islands, which were less interesting for me. This is a trip of a lifetime, so my only advice is: truly go for it.

Posted: June 19, 2022
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