based on 65 experiences from female travelers
I really loved Pipa, its a totally safe place, with very nice people open to meet and hang out, from all parts of the world. There you have 4 amazing beaches to go walking, you can go everywhere walking bc its no so big. I stayed in hostels with shared rooms, and met a lot of people. You can take surf lessons, but I dont recommend the company MarAlto for your classes.
Posted: June 2, 2025I was able to go with a small group of Brazilians, which helped with the ease of ordering food/getting around. I did venture out by myself a bit… I went to the favelas on my own as a 5’4 female tourist. Despite what everyone says about the favelas, I felt safe, ate great food and danced. A lot of folks don’t speak English outside of major areas (Rio, São Paulo) so it’s best to brush up on some basic frases
Posted: June 1, 2025Experienced: May, 2025maite
Spain
I felt safe because I was with my friends and we really enjoyed the nightlife there because we were students and we were surrounded by students too not old people so we weren’t harassed or something like that
Posted: May 11, 2025Sao Paulo is a very fast-paced city, full of life and lights. It has great places to visit, such as parks and avenues. In my experience, the people were polite and I really liked it! However, many people warned me to be careful because the robbery and crime rate there is high, which made me quite worried.
Posted: May 7, 2025Experienced: April, 2025I was worried to visit São Paulo after hearing a lot of people say it was dangerous. After it went dark I did feel a bit unsafe and we ubered everywhere. But during the day it was completely fine, I took my phone out when I had to and just kept to busier areas.
Posted: May 2, 2025Thaïs
France
Travelling to brazil was an amazing experience !! People were nice, Rio was amazing , and islands and landscapes were crazy! I can’t wait to be back there . I felt safe even if i was careful and i didn’t go out at night in Rio especially
Posted: April 26, 2025Based on 189 local experiences
Based on 189 local experiences
Maria
Brazil is a good country to visit, but you still have to be careful. Do not trust anyone who seems to be rude. Brazilians in general are kind and welcoming, just be careful when walking alone at night.
Posted: June 1, 2025Fernanda
Rio is safe for somethings but not much for others... its a good place to travel alone but chose wisely the place you Will stay and the People you are going to talk to. Be smart and aclive here! Dont walk around with Professional câmeras, for exemple.
Posted: May 31, 2025