Is Brazil safe for solo female travelers?

Brazil is a country of many contrasts with unique culture and affluent natural beauty. However, safety can be a concern, particularly for solo female travelers. The different parts of Brazil present varying levels of security. Some safer regions like Florianopolis and Rio Grande do Sul can be enjoyed with relative peace. However, cities like Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo tend to have higher crime rates. It's always advisable to stay alert, avoid isolated areas, especially at night, and to keep your belongings close. As always, knowledge of the local language Portuguese is invaluable to navigate any safety concerns.

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How safe is Brazil for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

3.7 /5

based on 77 experiences from female travelers

Lucia

Lucia

Austria

South America, Solo travel

for now, i have never felt unsafe or not able to take out my phone. of course you cant be dumb and be careful, but i feel like everyone here is welcoming and you make new friends everyday anyway so youre never really alone

Posted: February 8, 2026
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Samara

Samara

Brazil

Antonina, Solo travel

In Antonina e Morretes there are many options for outdoor activities (trekking, climbing, rowing, and more), however, it is necessary to book in advance. Most areas are accessible by car. The region is safe and the people are very friendly. The towns are small and the historic center is simple and welcoming; it's worth trying the 'barreado' (beef stew), the local bananas, and products made from them.

Posted: February 3, 2026Experienced: January, 2026
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Iara

Iara

Argentina

Rio de Janeiro, Couple travel

Spent a week in rio with my best friend (two solo females) and we felt very safe around Leblon and ipanema - however, copacabana was a completely different story, a lot of very crazy people walking around trying to snatch us - if you walk around daytime and choose to uber instead of walking many blocks, you will be fine. food, coffee, clothing, shopping in general and beach drinks were super cheap and good quality - highly recommend praia vermelha and pao de açucar, jardim botânico as well was one of the most most beautiful places i have ever seen - we stayed in leblon, but next time i would...

Posted: January 28, 2026
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Elizabeth

Elizabeth

United States

Salvador, Solo travel

I’ve been to Salvador many times! DM with questions. I have a friend who lives there now and I would happy to hook you up with her. The city feels like Nee Orleans in Brazil. Amazing architecture and art and music scene is one of the best in the world. What is not to love?!?

Posted: December 31, 2025
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Francielle

Francielle

Portugal

Brazil, Couple travel

Florianópolis! Incredible! Party. Beach, good food. Europe in Brazil, it's safe and there are many tourists. It's expensive. But it's amazing, it's a safer Brazil. Santa Catarina - Florianópolis, Balneário Camboriú, Jurerê Internacional.

Posted: December 30, 2025
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How safe is Brazil for women?

Local safety index

3.4 /5

Based on 220 local experiences

Local crime index

3 /5

Based on 220 local experiences

Karolyne

Karolyne

São Paulo

During the day, you have to be careful with your phone and all kind of eletronics and jewelry. Do not walk holding your phone, put in some safe place like a purse with a cross strap and avoid to use it on the streets, specially if your are alone. If you need to use, enter an establishment. During the night I don't recommend at all to walk alone, specially in historic center or Av. Paulista. Prefer using uber to go to places.

Posted: February 8, 2026
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São Paulo

São Paulo is not really safe, you must pay attention to your luggage, purse, cellphone all the time when you're walking, mostly in touristic places and at night. When you are by yourself, avoid using your phone in the street or earphones, so you don't risk losing your phone.

Posted: January 17, 2026
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Sofia

Sofia

Florianopolis

Florianópolis is a safe place when we're talking about robberies and assaults, but not 100% safe when we're talking about violence against woman. Stay together is our best way to keep safe and care about ourselves.

Posted: December 10, 2025
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Bianca

Bianca

Passo Fundo

Its not the safest city in Brazil but it's cole to the countryside so it's not that dangerous, nothing compared to São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro for example. You have to be careful but you can hold your cellphone while walking on the street.

Posted: December 9, 2025
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Pocos De Caldas

small town full of tourists where you can walk down the street peacefully

Posted: December 4, 2025
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Safety in Brazil

Hospitality Exchange in Brazil

Karolyne

Karolyne

São Paulo

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey girls! I'm Karol, I'm from the south of Brazil but now I live in São Paulo with my bf who travels a lot and my cat, named Miley. I would love to help ans get to know new people, I did a backpack all by myself 3 years ago and I know how we can feel unsafe sometimes so that's why I'm here. I would love to meet ya! I'm also learnig spanish but I think I can communicate enough already so that's it! I'm super interested in home exchange too.

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Samara

Samara

Joinville

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I'm a laid-back person, I enjoy trekking, strolling through the city and being in contact with nature, I like to savor a good meal and try new things.

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