Solo Female Travel in Australia

Australia, affectionately known as the Land Down Under, is nestled in the Southern Hemisphere, covering the world's smallest continent. This expansive country is recognized for its diverse geography - from barrier reefs, tropical rainforests, and vast deserts to bustling urban cities such as Sydney and Melbourne. Australia is globally famous for its unique wildlife, including kangaroos and koalas, the architectural marvel of the Sydney Opera House, the stunning beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, and the sacred indigenous heritage of the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The country's warm climate, captivating landscapes, iconic landmarks, and friendly locals make it a must-visit destination.

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Safety:Very safe

Australia is generally safe for solo female travelers. The country employs strict law enforcement and locals are known for their friendly attitude towards tourists. However, like any other place, certain common-sense precautions need to be taken, especially at night, such as not walking alone in deserted areas or parks. Wildlife encounters can also pose a threat since Australia is home to some of the world's most poisonous animals. Overall, with a bit of planning and vigilance, it can be a fantastic and safe destination for solo female travelers.

Transport:Easy

Australia is a vast country with well-developed infrastructure in major cities which simplifies travel. However, due to its large size, it can take a substantial amount of time to travel between cities and regions. Urban areas are well serviced by buses, trains, and trams while remote areas require a bit more planning and may need the use of rented vehicles or internal flights. English is widely spoken which eases communication and local people are often helpful. Always be conscious of safety, especially when traveling alone.

Things to do:Interesting

Australia offers a stunning variety of explorations ranging from its beautiful and diverse landscapes of beaches, deserts, and rainforests, to its lively cities such as Sydney and Melbourne. It has a wealth of unique wildlife, a rich indigenous culture to explore, and a laid-back, welcoming lifestyle that makes it easy for a solo traveler to blend in. It's also highly developed, making it fairly safe for solo travelers, offering numerous adventure activities, from surfing to hiking, diving to wildlife tours. However, distances can be long between attractions, and it might be costly for some budget travelers.

Food:Excellent

Australian cuisine is quite diverse. Influences from the Middle East, Asia, and Europe are well noticed in the local gastronomy. Try their iconic fish and chips, kangaroo or crocodile meat if you're feeling adventurous, and their phenomenal vegan and vegetarian options. Don't forget their local wines – Australia boasts some of the best vineyards! The freshness and variety are sure to delight your palate.

Budget:Moderate

Australia's cost of living is on the higher side compared to many other countries, particularly meals, accommodations, and internal flights. However, using budget accommodations, self-catering and taking advantage of free activities can potentially balance out your budget.

Is Australia worth visiting?

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4 /5

based on 9 experiences

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Things to do

4.7/5

Safety

4.5/5

Food

4.2/5

Budget-friendly

3.4/5
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Australia

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I traveled solo, and it was amazing! Felt very safe and enjoyed every minute of it. It was super easy to meet people. There was lots to do, and it felt like a place where there was always something to do with whatever group of people you meet.

Posted: January 25, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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Easy, safe place to solo travel. Travelled in the back of my car around Queensland. Still more to discover and explore. Met so many lovely people, travellers and foreigners alike. High recommend solo travel for women here.

Posted: January 24, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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I’ve been to Sydney, Brisbane and Coffs Harbour by solo. It was safety and people were kind to me. In Coffs Harbour, I stayed at Ausee family’s house with other travelers. We sheared a lot of experiences and had a wonderful time by chatting, swimming in the pool, playing some games and visiting the beach.

Posted: January 15, 2024Experienced: January, 2024
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Australia

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love Australia and the people but at night I didn’t feel safe at all Some cities like Sydney were quite expensive… And it’s hard to get from one place to another (without car) Food was good but also expensive…

Posted: November 16, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 3/5
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To everyone who is considering going to Australia as solo women. Do it! It was the best decision I’ve made in my life. The people, the beaches, the nature, friends who became family. I never felt so at home and want to go back!

Posted: October 26, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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I flew to Melbourne. I went on a one-day tour of the Great Ocean Road (stopping at many other places), as well as another day trip to Phillip Island. Then I flew to Adelaide. There, I booked a two-day tour (through Intrepid Travel) to Kangaroo Island. The tour included a ferry trip there and back to the island, accommodation for 1 night, and sightseeing such as wildlife (kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, echidnas, cockatoos, seals, etc.), beaches, sandboarding in Little Sahara, lighthouse, Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch, Flinders Chase National Park, and much more. The tour ended back in Adelaide.

Posted: December 14, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 5/5
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I flew to Sydney and stayed there for about 3 days (I went to Bondi Beach and saw the opera from the outside). Then I went to Brisbane for 2 days and visited an Australian zoo and cuddled a koala. Then I went to Cairns for 1 night and took a catamaran cruise to dive on the Great Barrier Reef (which seemed mostly dead). Then I flew to Auckland. I went to Waiheke for a full-day wine tasting, I rented a bus for the occasion there, which turned out to be private, as I was the only passenger. Then I went to Waitomo to see the caves with glowing worms and stayed overnight at Big Bird BnB, which was an incredible farm experience. Then I returned. I flew to the South Island of New Zealand and toured there for two days, I took a cruise on Milford Sound, which was surrounded by beautiful mountains and waterfalls. And then I returned to the USA.

Posted: December 14, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 5/5
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I highly recommend Australia, it's quite safe. I went from downtown Adelaide to the wine region, and then took a ferry to Kangaroo Island. As I was returning by ferry, I went to the Grampians, which are located in the state of Victoria. The waterfall there is beautiful. Then I headed off to the Great Ocean Road, saw the Twelve Apostles rocks, and then went to Melbourne to end the trip. On the last night my friends were exhausted, so I took a train into the city and took a walk alone. I used Uber and wasn't worried at all.

Posted: November 19, 2022Experienced: April, 2019
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 5/5
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Australia is huge. Depending on how much time you have to enjoy our beautiful country, it would be good to first decide what adventures you want to experience, and then maybe limit yourself to a few states. Western Australia has a lot to offer, from amazing hikes, the madness of diving on the Ningaloo Reef, whale shark diving, white sandy beaches, a true adventure atmosphere in the wilderness, Rottnest, Karijini, Bungle Bungles... honestly, it's beautiful. Queensland has amazing rainforests and beaches! Tasmania has incredible landscapes - it's usually cooler there.

Posted: October 29, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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