Is Bohol Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Bohol is generally secure for solo female travelers. Its inhabitants are known for their hospitality, making tourists feel welcome and at ease. Common precautions like avoiding isolated areas at night, being conscious of personal belongings, and obtaining safe transportation should be followed. Most areas frequented by tourists have a police presence. While petty theft and scams can occur as in any tourist destination, reported serious incidents involving tourists are relatively rare.

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Bohol is currently ranked #12 safest place in Philippines for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Bohol?

Safety at night:Moderate

Bohol tends to be generally safe even at night with a low crime rate. However, as in any place, caution and vigilance are essential, especially when walking alone. Try to avoid desolate areas and do not flash valuables in public. Use reliable transportation and seek advice from local friends or your hotel staff for trustworthy taxi services. Street lighting might not be as extensive, especially in the rural areas, so always trust your intuition when exploring at night.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Bohol generally safe. Jeepneys, buses and tricycles are the common modes of transportation which are relatively secure to use. The drivers are typically honest, although sometimes they might not have change for large bills. Rice to door transportation is rare, so you may need to walk short-distance from drop-off points. Overall, using public transportation in the area requires a bit of patience and local knowledge, but should not pose a significant risk to safety.

Street harassment:Low

Bohol is known for its friendly, welcoming community. Encounters with street harassment are generally infrequent. However, like everywhere else in the world, it's always important to remain aware of your surroundings, especially when traveling alone at night.

Petty crimes:Low

Bohol generally is quite safe with a relatively low level of petty crimes. Occasional pickpocketing or bag snatching can occur, especially in crowded places or public transportation, but it's not a common occurrence. Always stay vigilant and aware of your surroundings to reduce the risk. Common sense and simple preventive measures are adequate to ensure a safe trip.

Is Bohol worth visiting?

Solo travel

I travelled solo to Bohol and hands down, it was one of the best experiences. The locals are very hospitable and when they have known that I travelled solo, they connect me to people that can help me travel. The food is really tasty. However, Alona, Panglao can be a bit pricey.

Posted: September 1, 2024Experienced: July, 2024

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Is Bohol safe for women?

Bohol is fairly safe. You can go anywhere with a peace of mind. Although it’s rural, there are places that are relatively lively at night. I would say scams and overcharging visitors are the main concern. It’s a worry that there’s many cases where visitors get ripped off. So just watch out for them. Locals are nice and friendly.

Posted: October 22, 2024

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