Based on 35 experiences
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based on 35 experiences
Haley
United States
Guatemala was great! I visited Lake Atitlan, Antigua and Acatenango. I felt very safe as a solo female traveler even though I was there during local protests. Lake Atitlan has many towns to visit, Antigua is rich in culture and a beautiful city, and Acatenango is an unforgettable experience seeing a live volcano erupt. Lots of fun adventure to be had.
Posted: November 5, 2023I had a quick trip to Guatemala. I spent 2 nights in Lake Atitlan (stayed in San Pedro and visited San Juan, Santiago, and Panajachel) and 1 night in Antigua. I felt super safe and had great time.
Posted: October 11, 2023I felt super safe in Antigua and Lake Atitlan. Seemed super easy to join tours and meet people. I wouldn’t do Guatemala City solo personally, but I was just there for the night.
Posted: October 9, 2023I felt very safe in Antigua and Flores. I didn’t take any public buses but only small shuttles with other tourists. I didn’t really leave my hotel in Guatemala City alone because I heard it wasn’t the safest.
Posted: October 7, 2023I stayed in El Remate, Antigua, Xela, and San Pedro la Laguna. I had no issues the whole time, and I loved everywhere I stayed. I heard from multiple people that it's not a good idea to travel between towns around the lake late at night - lots of the roads are not safe.
Posted: October 5, 2023I have been in Guatemala for 4 weeks in Flores, Semuc Champey/Lanquin, Xela, Antigua, Lake Atitlan, and El Paredon. I have felt very safe. For extra peace of mind, I avoided chicken buses, especially at night time.
Posted: October 4, 2023I've traveled solo as a female to Guatemala multiple times and never had any problems. Used common sense, and guides, and stuck to tourist areas, safe transportation, etc. I loved it there.
Posted: October 2, 2023I went to Lake Atitlan, Antigua, and Guatemala City felt safe, and had no weird vibes. From my experience people there were extremely friendly and helpful.
Posted: October 1, 2023I traveled to Guatemala alone. I felt mostly safe, the touristy areas were okay, like Flores, Semuc Champey, and Antigua. I avoided Guatemala City, I heard very often that it is not safe, and at Lake Atitlan are some hikes that are not safe either.
Posted: September 29, 2023I have traveled solo through Guatemala twice. It is an amazing country. Very special and so beautiful. I didn’t feel unsafe there at all, except for Guatemala City.
Posted: September 27, 2023As a local Guatemalan and someone who travels a lot locally, I can tell that touristic areas are very safe, as long as you don't do generally dangerous stuff like walking alone at night where there are not a lot of people or going into dangerous zones in Guatemala City. You can travel in chicken buses during the daytime with no issues, I have done that all my life, just watch your belongings. You can take shuttles or private buses at night. Of course, there is violence and many other bad things just like in any other country, just try to be careful and you'll be alright.
Posted: September 25, 2023Avoid public transportation, avoid local taxis (you're more likely to be assaulted being a woman and foreigner), and take only Uber. Do not talk to strangers on the streets, if they speak to you then say "hi" and keep moving. Dress modestly, Guatemala has a very high femicide rate. If you are going to walk around, try to stay in areas with lots of people (avoid isolated areas). I am in Guatemala City right now and I walk around quite a bit, but I only walk around in certain zones. Safety is an illusion. If something doesn't feel right then trust what you feel.
Posted: September 21, 2023Darlin
Hola chicas! Un gusto estar aqui! Soy muy llevadera, me gusta conocer personas y lugares nuevos! Me encanta las charlas sobre las experiencias de viajes y filosofar sobre la vida! 😎
🇧🇿 Belize, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇸🇻 El Salvador, 🇬🇹 Guatemala, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇨🇺 Cuba, 🇵🇪 Peru, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic, 🇨🇴 Colombia
cristina
Soy fotógrafa ; me gusta leer viajar , escribir e intercambiar ideas
🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇨🇺 Cuba, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇪🇸 Spain
Marcela
Hello my name is Marcela I’m 26 years old. Just recently started traveling and very interested in London making friends there get to know the city and hopefully make it a permanent thing but before I want to travel around Europe. I have 4 sisters so I come from a big family which explains why I’m very social but also enjoy silence and peaceful time for myself. I’m very enthusiastic about food. Im always trying new things and like to go out for food with friends and also a beer occasionally.
🇧🇿 Belize, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇸🇻 El Salvador, 🇫🇷 France, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇬🇹 Guatemala, 🇭🇳 Honduras, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇵🇦 Panama, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Mirna
2 days
Passionated about traveling and animals. Enjoying simple things in life and looking to meet some New friends in this path called life.
🇧🇿 Belize, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇪🇬 Egypt, 🇸🇻 El Salvador, 🇫🇷 France, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇬🇹 Guatemala, 🇭🇳 Honduras, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇲🇦 Morocco, 🇵🇦 Panama, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇻🇦 Vatican City
Krista
3 days
Hi, I'm Krista. I like to meet new people and places, I like to learn about business, entrepreneurship, and culture and languages. I love to take a walk in nature, I like to dance, sing, swim, and talk haha
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africa
Hello! I'm Africa and I'm from south Spain but living around the world. My passion is learn about everything and still growing 💕
🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇮 Gibraltar, 🇮🇸 Iceland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇲🇦 Morocco, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇩🇰 Denmark
I am planning a trip to Guatemala soon. Would love any advice about traveling there and being a female, is it safe? Also recommendations for activities, restaurants, etc! Thanks in advance
Posted: September 6, 2023Hoping you ladies can give me some advice on visiting Guatemala solo in February. Thought I’d fly into Antigua and spend a few days - suggestions? Things to see and do, places to stay - is it safe to walk alone? (Usual precautions of course). I could stay as long as two weeks…..are there other towns and places to go? I’m more into culture than hiking but I’m active. Appreciate any and all tips....
Posted: November 17, 2022