Is India safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is India for solo female travelers?
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based on 187 experiences from female travelers
Rasika
India
Gorumara National Park, Solo travel
This was my first experience of solo travel, and I am planning to do that for the rest of my life. It felt so liberating. I met new people, a group of bikers tagged me along with them from the safari. There are more that 9 spots you can visit once you are there.
Posted: February 1, 2026
Swathy
India
Kodaikanal, Group travel
Such a nice trip that longed 3 days . Stayed in a home stay . Homestays are very cheap, they provided homely foood ( whatever we want ) in affordable price.. We can't enjoy the sightseeing very much because of rain. Rain and fog stole the vibe a little bit. But day 3 was sunny .... All The street shops are waiting there for scamming us ... Bargainers can survive!
Posted: January 15, 2026Experienced: December, 2025
Aaliya
Slovenia
Kochi, Family travel
Nature friendly Affordable But very hot weather Easy to go about the city Takes around two hours to reach mountains where its more cooler Can enjoy in houseboat of backwaters Must try all local food spots
Posted: January 13, 2026Kerala, Solo travel
So far having a great time, I’m staying at a retreat, very quiet and peaceful. Enjoying the beach and markets! I’ve met some really nice people and enjoyed the delicious food. If you want a retreat recommendation please feel free to message me!
Posted: January 7, 2026India, Solo travel
India is good if you go beyond delhi (sorry) it’s still a place you can go to but maybe gurgaon would be better solo and please visit the smaller places like leh, himachal any where mountainous, really safe and really genuine people with lots of culture
Posted: December 22, 2025How safe is India for women?
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Pri
Mumbai
Overall, Mumbai is safe for women but it can get extremely crowded in some areas and it is better to be mindful of your surroundings to protect yourself from petty crimes like theft. The people are very helpful and you will mostly find a genuine and kind helper in case of distress.
Posted: February 2, 2026Rasika
Kolkata
Kolkata is safe overall during the day. Night or late night travel not recommended especially to and from the outskirts of the city. If you have a bus or train at night, reach there before 9 pm and wait.
Posted: February 1, 2026Pune
Its very safe, unless you go in slum areas, or go shady place sat night.otherwise overall its very safe, safer thean delhi! People are very good they will always tru to help you if you need anything, and lots of food to try!
Posted: February 1, 2026New Delhi
I regret to say it's not safe at all, but if you use public transports like the metro it is still manageable. Avoid roaming alone after it gets dark. It's a very happening city overall but yeah safety is a huge issue in my opinion.
Posted: January 31, 2026West Tripura
Many Drunkards roam there It is better not to visit that place at Night Otherwise other areas of West Tripura is way better than other Other district I would advice women if they are visiting Agartala, Tripura not to roam at quiet place at night
Posted: January 31, 2026Safety in India
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Rasika
Kolkata
Can host for:
2 days
About me
I have lived in 7 cities in past 15 years, across India. I would similarly like to explore the world. My current plan is to visit the seven sisters in North East India. Places in my bucket list are Machu Pichu in Peru, Masai Mara in Kenya, Egypt. I wish to scuba dive, see the northern lights, visit the untouched caves and waters. I spent my 20s on responsibilities and now I want to live my life just travelling and gaining new experiences.
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Rupsha
Ranchi
Can host for:
2 days
About me
Holaaaaa Girliess!! I’m Rupsha, a part time lawyer & full time makeup artist. I live in Ranchi in India which is a small beautiful hilly town in East India. I loveee travelling and quite often do so whenever I get free months off from work! I started solo travelling 2 years back, because i got tierd of waiting around for my friends who never seem to have enough time for it! So feel free to connect with me if you’re travelling to India & need reccos or if you’re coming to Ranchi would love to take you around! 🥰 Down to plan for trips if we interested in common places.
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