Is Panama Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
Safety rating
Based on 10 experiences
Based on research and crime data
Safety overview
Safety at night:Moderate
Public transportation: Safe
Street harassment: Low
Petty crimes:Moderate
Tap water:Unsafe
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Overall rating
based on 10 experiences
Rating summary
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Solo travel experience
I went in May solo and had a wonderful time. Went to Bocas and it was beautiful. Stayed at Skully's. In Panama City stayed in Casco Viejo, a wonderful area. I walked around alone. There were a lot of police guards there and I felt safe.
Posted: October 18, 2023Solo travel experience
I went to Panama this summer and felt very safe. I loved the city, culture, and people there. Ubered everywhere and it was cheap and safe.
Posted: October 16, 2023Group travel experience
I was in Panama for a week in January. The food was incredible and the locals were friendly. I met up with a bunch of friends in Panama City and did excursions with them throughout the week so I didn’t need an Uber or taxi ever but I was told that was the way to go and they are safe to be in solo. They strongly encourage me to not be alone outside after dark no matter what.
Posted: October 16, 2023Solo travel experience
I loved Panama. The city is gorgeous and the people are amazing. I went to Bocas Del Toro as well and loved it. Stayed at Selina’s hostel in Panama City and at Skully's Skullys hostel in Bocas del Toro. I definitely recommend seeing the canal.
Posted: October 14, 2023Solo travel experience
I spent a week in Panama and I didn't get to see everything, so I plan to come back. I saw the Gamboa rainforest, Taboga Island, and the San Blas islands. I stayed in Panama City and it was easy to get around. I felt safe the whole time and the people were really friendly.
Posted: July 30, 2023Solo travel experience
I loved Panama. The food was amazing, everyone was so happy and helpful, and it was absolutely beautiful.
Posted: June 7, 2023Solo travel experience
I Loved Panama. I did sleep every night in the city. I took a day trip to San Blas and a Day trip to Tobogá island. I went to watch the locks operate at the canal. I hiked in the city rainforest park and saw a capybara, I went to the Casco and enjoyed great food and a rooftop bar, I loved Mercado De Mariscos and strolling in the waterfront park.
Posted: May 23, 2023
Jackie
Guatemala
Group travel experience
Panama is a great country to visit. The weather is nice and the beaches are beautiful. The Panama Canal is a must during your visit. Casco Viejo is also a great place to find something to eat, explore and party, though the drive to get there included passing through some sketchy places. Overall, I felt very safe and at peace during my visit. Would definitely recommend it to anybody who wants to get to know this beautiful country.
Posted: April 23, 2023Solo travel experience
I went to Panama last fall by myself and it was fabulous. Very safe for a solo woman who only knows a few words of Spanish. The biodiversity in the country is insane.
Posted: April 21, 2023Couple travel experience
Never felt unsafe. Uber was super affordable. We stayed in Central Hotel in the historic Casco Viejo area. Not “cheap” but affordable and it was absolutely gorgeous. We did many islands hoping tours. I fell in love with San Blas Islands. Incredible. Also, monkey island was a super neat experience.
Posted: March 8, 2023Local experiences
Panama is a great place to visit. It is a bit expensive depending what you're looking for and language could be a barrier. The best part of the country is visiting the inside of the country where nature is the main character. Beautiful beaches, awesome trails, unbelievable fauna just waiting to be discovered.
Posted: November 2, 2023
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Alison
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Hello Ladies! Visiting different countries, experiencing new cultures and meeting people are my favourite ways to learn and grow and enjoy life! I worked in the Airline industry for many years and was lucky to be able to visit many places but there are so many more on my bucket list. I have also been an Airbnb host for many years so I am familiar with having visitors in my home. I am looking forward to this new experience!
Countries I’ve Visited
🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda, 🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇦🇼 Aruba, 🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇸 Bahamas, 🇧🇧 Barbados, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇨🇦 Canada, 🇰🇾 Cayman Islands, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇨🇺 Cuba, 🇨🇼 Curacao, 🇸🇻 El Salvador, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, 🇮🇳 India, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇱 Israel, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇯🇲 Jamaica, 🇯🇵 Japan, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇵🇦 Panama, 🇵🇾 Paraguay, 🇷🇺 Russia, 🇱🇨 Saint Lucia, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇺🇾 Uruguay, 🇻🇦 Vatican City, 🇻🇪 Venezuela
Jun
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Hi I am Jun, I like to cook panamenian food (especially breakfast). I love dogs, cats and almost any animal 🥺💓. I like plants but I don’t have “the hand” to keep them alive. I love videography/filmmaking also interested in being a digital nomad (working on it), currently erasmus student in Bratislava.
Countries I’ve Visited
🇨🇳 China, 🇨🇷 Costa Rica, 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇵🇦 Panama, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇦🇹 Austria, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇫🇷 France, 🇧🇸 Bahamas
Luisa
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Hey! I'm Luisa, Colombian, living in Panama :) Sagittarius if that says something to you. I'm all about good vibes and energy.
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Hey! I'm Luisa, Colombian, living in Panama :) Sagittarius if that says something to you. I'm all about good vibes and energy.
Alison
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About me
Hello Ladies! Visiting different countries, experiencing new cultures and meeting people are my favourite ways to learn and grow and enjoy life! I worked in the Airline industry for many years and was lucky to be able to visit many places but there are so many more on my bucket list. I have also been an Airbnb host for many years so I am familiar with having visitors in my home. I am looking forward to this new experience!
Countries I’ve Visited
🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda, 🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇦🇼 Aruba, 🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇸 Bahamas, 🇧🇧 Barbados, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇨🇦 Canada, 🇰🇾 Cayman Islands, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇨🇺 Cuba, 🇨🇼 Curacao, 🇸🇻 El Salvador, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, 🇮🇳 India, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇱 Israel, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇯🇲 Jamaica, 🇯🇵 Japan, 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇵🇦 Panama, 🇵🇾 Paraguay, 🇷🇺 Russia, 🇱🇨 Saint Lucia, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇺🇾 Uruguay, 🇻🇦 Vatican City, 🇻🇪 Venezuela
Upcoming visitors to Panama
Karkus
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Hi. I am Liliana (25). I love meeting people and having some fun together. I would like travel more. Now I am planning a trip to Central America. I hope to meet you on my next journey and spend some quality time together. Also if you are visiting to Vienna, do not hesitate to contact me.😊
Countries I’ve Visited
🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇲🇪 Montenegro, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇦🇹 Austria
Safety in Panama
