Is Ndola safe for solo female travelers?

Ndola, while generally friendly, has areas that should be avoided at night. It's recommended to stick to well-traveled areas, avoid isolated places and try not to travel alone in the nighttime. Use reliable taxi services for transportation. Petty crime happens, but can be largely avoided by taking precautions like keeping your belongings closely and not showcasing expensive items in public.

Safety rating

3.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

Ndola is currently ranked #1 safest place in Zambia for solo female travellers, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5. . Check the full ranking.

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Caitlin

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Hi!! My name is Caitlin I am from NJ,USA and am currently in the process of getting my masters in public health which has brought me to living in Ndola, Zambia. I am an outgoing person who love adventurous activities like skydiving or hiking, going out, and also just sitting and chatting over dinner over a cup of coffee (huge foodie). I am pretty much down for anything and would love to meet other women to explore Zambia with :)

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Abigail

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Hi! I’m Abby and I love traveling and learning from people all around the world! I grew up in Seattle, WA and also lived in Chicago, IL before moving to Zambia where I now reside in Ndola. I am a teacher and married with 2 daughters but I love to travel solo and/or with 1-2 of the kids. August travels: 1-13 USA (Wyoming, Colorado, Oregon, Washington) 14th - Calgary, Canada 15-25 UK & Scotland 25-31 Spain / Basque Country Bilbao & Madrid

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