Based on 39 experiences
I went to Peru in August and found it to be safe and people-friendly and pleasant. I recommend booking a stay in populated city center areas to be extra cautious, and hold your belongings in crowded areas but other than that, I found the place welcoming across Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley and Rainbow Mountain.
Posted: April 21, 2024From my experience, I can say that Peru is safe for solo female travelers as long as you stick to tourist areas. I visited Lima, Cusco, Colca Canyon, and Arequipa. Also went through 4 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Met so many nice people and had the time of my life.
Posted: February 12, 2024I traveled to Peru in October and I felt very safe. Obviously, I was aware of pickpocketers and avoided walking alone at night but I never once felt unsafe and there were lots of other female travellers.
Posted: February 9, 2024I traveled alone to Peru. I visited Lima, Cusco (I took a train to Machu Picchu), made a trip to the Amazon from Puerto Maldonado, and also trekked through the Colca Canyon, Arequipa and Lake Titicaca. I primarily traveled by buses, with the exception of an internal flight to the Amazon. I didn't feel unsafe, but I definitely got a lot of catcalls walking around Lima. I recommend using the same common sense as anywhere else in Latin America, e.g. don't walk alone down dark, secluded alleys (I walked down dark, busy streets in safe areas), keep an eye on your belongings, be careful with your drinks and your cell phone, trust your instincts when dealing with strangers, ask your hotel about anything that raises your questions (e.g. how much a taxi to the airport should cost, etc.).
Posted: December 24, 2023I visited Ica, Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, a 4-day Inka Trail, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lagoon. I booked things through GetYourGuide. The food is so wonderful, and the people are charming, I never felt unsafe. I also used Airalo for eSIM and it worked great.
Posted: December 5, 2023Peru is absolutely amazing. My sister and I traveled to Peru, feeling absolutely safe the entire time. I highly recommend hiking to the Rainbow Mountain when you are in Cusco. It was a bit of a difficult hike, but it was one of the most important highlights of the entire trip!
Posted: October 19, 2023I independently visited the following places and here are the impressions I got from them: - Lima: I stayed in Barranco, which is a safe neighborhood, some parts of Lima are okay during the day, but definitely should be avoided in the evening and at night. - Cusco / Machu Picchu: Cusco is overrun with tourists, I didn't feel unsafe, but I was cheated, and the bus driver from Cusco to MP tried to steal from my backpack. - Puno / Lake Titicaca: Puno seemed a bit sketchy, but I enjoyed my stay on one of the floating islands on Lake Titicaca.
Posted: September 17, 2023My first independent journey outside of Europe took place last year and began in Peru, which was amazing. I felt very safe, it was easy to get around, and the people were charming. I was there when the protests broke out last Christmas and despite the significant inconveniences and confusion related to closures etc., none of the tourists I knew experienced anything dangerous.
Posted: September 13, 2023I was alone in Peru for more than two weeks. I was a bit nervous, wondering how safe I would be, but honestly, I felt safe as soon as I arrived in Cusco. I also visited Puno, Arequipa, Huacachina, Paracas and Lima and I never felt like I was in danger (just like in any other place, for example, walking down a dark and narrow street alone when there aren't many people around). I didn't notice any issues related to political unrest. Coming here was the best decision, I love this place.
Posted: September 12, 2023Peru was my first (and hopefully not last) country in South America. I was there alone and I can honestly say that it is a safe country for traveling women. Opinions about Lima are mixed, so I limited my stay to Miraflores, but I really didn't encounter any strange situations.
Posted: September 4, 2023based on 39 experiences
Anita
Canada
If Peru isn’t in your bucket list, I would add it. Peru took me by surprise as, at the time, I had never seen such beauty. I used the tour company called Peru Hop and i absolutely loved the style of travel. They are essentially a full service company and your personal body guards lol I spent a week exploring starting in Lima, spent a night in each new city, learned about their rich culture and biodiversity, and of course visited Machu Picchu. You’ll love it.
Posted: June 12, 2024Anne
Belgium
I was in Peru for 5 months and coule have stayed longer! From the Amazon to the border with Bolivia, I loved every part of my journey. I met the most beautiful people, I learned from various indigenous communities and left with an open hart, a full belly from all the delicious food and lots of new friends and family!
Posted: June 6, 2024Pamela
I am Pamela, I live in Lima Peru, I am outgoing and very friendly. I love to travel, discover new places and cultures. I love animals 🐶
Marión
Hi! My name is Marion and i love to travel, make friends, animals, dancing, reading and swimming. I'm a child psychologist and going on my first solo trip to Europe this August ( for my bday!) YOU can text me for whatever you need and u can stay in my house up to 3 days!❤️
Marión
Arequipa
3 days
Hi! My name is Marion and i love to travel, make friends, animals, dancing, reading and swimming. I'm a child psychologist and going on my first solo trip to Europe this August ( for my bday!) YOU can text me for whatever you need and u can stay in my house up to 3 days!❤️
Pamela
Miraflores
3 days
I am Pamela, I live in Lima Peru, I am outgoing and very friendly. I love to travel, discover new places and cultures. I love animals 🐶
Emilie
Hello!! My name is Emilie. I am from Ecuador but am currently doing my bachelor degree in Madrid. I am 21 years of old live to mountain climb/travel and run. I speak english spniah and portuguese and begginer level french 😂
Franczest
I’m a mum to a teenage girl and a Nurse by profession who loves to hike in the mountains, and find amazing waterfalls (although I cannot map read as i rely on hiking apps!) as a way to recharge my batteries. I also do love gardening and i have a small allotment where i grow some vegetables and sunflowers. I have two crazy dogs - a working cocker and a cockapoo that comes with me for walks or hikes in the mountains.