Is Jamaica Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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Safety index
Safety at night:Unsafe
Public transportation:Unsafe
Street harassment:Moderate
Petty crimes:High
Tap water:Unsafe
Is Jamaica safe to travel?
Based on 12 experiences
Family travel experience
We stayed in the small tourist town of Negril, a quaint hotel right on 7 Mile Beach. I felt safe walking the beach at all times of the day. The food prices I found a bit high, and they pretty much just use American currency with tourists. I really enjoyed my stay; the people are friendly, but you do have to mind the peddlers. They can get a bit much.
Posted: January 15, 2024Experienced: February, 2022Family travel experience
I stayed on a Sandals resort, and while there I felt extremely safe! The people were very nice and always accommodating to what we needed. I got sick while on the resort, and the staff directed me to a doctor that made sure I got the medicine I needed. 10/10 experience!
Posted: November 28, 2023Group travel experience
I went to Jamaica for 2 weeks at the beginning of March. It was not a solo trip, but my friend and I didn't want to "stay at the resort". We went to Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios. The most important thing was the people we met. Beautiful beaches and nature. We took a bamboo river tour on the Great River, Blue Hole for jumping, Rick's Cafe for more cliff jumping, and also the small Dunn's River. We traveled between the cities using the Knutsford bus - they were air-conditioned, safe and affordable. I found Jamaica a bit expensive, considering the tours, food and accommodation etc.
Posted: October 13, 2023Solo travel experience
I spent five days in Jamaica. It's an incredibly beautiful island. You have to be careful, but I didn't find it dangerous or difficult as a solo female traveller. I found everyone there to be nice and willing to help.
Posted: October 1, 2023Family travel experience
I went with my daughter. We stayed in Montego Bay for the first two days and walked to the beaches. I felt safe, but I was certainly aware of my surroundings and didn't come back late. I used Viator to book a trip to Negril and back. In Negril, I opted for an all-inclusive option, but I did go on tours. I was afraid, being only with my daughter on a boat with men we didn't know, but everything was fine.
Posted: September 29, 2023Couple travel experience
I was in Negril, Jamaica and it was one of the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen. Despite that, I was there with my girlfriend, and Jamaica is a very homophobic place. If you are heterosexual, I think you will not have any problems. Negril is a small town and quite safe, although I warn against going out alone at night, as men can be very aggressive.
Posted: November 6, 2022Is Jamaica safe for women?
Is Jamaica safe right now?
United States Travel AdvisoryReconsider your need to travel
Canada's Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution
Australia's Travel AdvisoryExercise a high degree of caution
Is Jamaica worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 12 experiences
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Cindy (58)
Canada
Solo travel experience
On vacation on the south coast of Jamaica at a place called Treasure Beach. No all-inclusives, two small boutique hotels actually three. Now the rest of the accommodation is Villas where you can rent a room or rent the whole Villa. Treasure Beach is made up of five base each per wonderful swimming. Downtown Treasure Beach is Frenchman's bay. Quieter areas would be Calabash Bay and old wharf road. I have been going for 14 years now. I feel like a local. They treat me like a local and the best place is most of the restaurants etc. Are our own by locals or expats. Wonderful! Italian lady has a restaurant called mellow yellow. There's a wellness place with smoothies etc. Even a bakery now. Best thing is you can use local Jamaican money instead of having to convert and there's a bank machine there
Posted: December 30, 2023Experienced: April, 2023Solo travel experience
I just returned from Jamaica and I have to say that sexual harassment and other forms of harassment there are very intense. Especially for someone who went there alone and didn't stay at resorts or all-inclusive locations. It seems to be better at the resorts.
Posted: October 12, 2022Meet locals in Jamaica
Shantelle
About Me
"Kia ora! I'm Shantelle, a passionate and experienced tour guide based in Jamaica,I'm excited to connect with travelers on this app and share my knowledge and love of my country Jamaica with you,with years of working in the hotel industry as an bartender am now trying to build a name for myself in the tour world 🌎 have done individual tours so,i've honed my expertise in crafting unforgettable expriences that showcase the best of Jamaica,from hidden gems to local favorites,i'll take you on a journey that will leave you with lifelong memories. Weather you're looking for a customized tour or simple seeking insider tips, im here to help so if your visiting Jamaica and renting a car and interested in your own private tour guide you can hit me up. One Love ❤️ Jamaica 🇯🇲
Dee
About Me
Having recently moved to the island, I am happy to share my experiences and any travel information for Jamaica. Depending on schedule and destination, transportation can be arranged for local spots. Please feel free to reach out!
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Shantelle
Kingston
Can host for:
3 days
About me
"Kia ora! I'm Shantelle, a passionate and experienced tour guide based in Jamaica,I'm excited to connect with travelers on this app and share my knowledge and love of my country Jamaica with you,with years of working in the hotel industry as an bartender am now trying to build a name for myself in the tour world 🌎 have done individual tours so,i've honed my expertise in crafting unforgettable expriences that showcase the best of Jamaica,from hidden gems to local favorites,i'll take you on a journey that will leave you with lifelong memories. Weather you're looking for a customized tour or simple seeking insider tips, im here to help so if your visiting Jamaica and renting a car and interested in your own private tour guide you can hit me up. One Love ❤️ Jamaica 🇯🇲
Natalie-Anna
Jamaica
Can host for:
5 days
About me
Hello,I am Natalie-Anna Ridley. I am a jamaican, mother of two children, 14 and 21 in ages.A very hard worker and a people person love nature and a sabbath keeper.
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Noelle
About Me
Hi, I’m a travel agent who wants to get to know fun new places and meet new people!
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Salihah
About Me
Hi I’m salihah all I dream is stepping on the soil of as many countries as i can. I’m a college student currently and still travel as much as possible. im on here because since I am 18 years old most my friends aren’t really as adventurous because of limiting things like money and time but I pour all my money and time into traveling so we’re just different that way,so I would like to meet some people like me. I love my solitude on trips but I’m very safety wary! I’m more on the shy/quiet side but once I hear we have something in common i can’t stop talking feel free to message me☀️
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