Is Egypt Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Egypt is a remarkable country to explore, but as a solo female traveler, it requires a good amount of caution. The country's society is highly patriarchal, and women often face daily harassment, especially in crowded areas. However, the level of safety can significantly improve if you respect the local norms and dress conservatively. Despite the difficulties, many women travel to Egypt alone and have a brilliant time by exercising a high level of awareness and sticking to tourist-friendly areas. Remember, it's important to hire a trusted local guide or join group tours if you plan on visiting remote areas.

Safety rating

3.8 /5

Based on 115 experiences from female travelers

3.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.7 /5

Based on 105 experiences from local women

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How safe is Egypt?

Safety at night:Unsafe

Egypt has a moderate level of safety, however, as a solo female traveler, it's generally not recommended to walk alone at night. In tourist areas, while the risk is a bit lower, it's wise to exercise extra precaution. In other areas, it's best to avoid nighttime walks altogether due to a lack of street lights in certain districts and occasional harassment. Consider hiring a reliable guide or taking a registered taxi if you must be out at night.

Public transportation:Moderate

Public transportation in Egypt, such as buses and metros, is relatively safe during the day. Most locals are helpful, and crime rate on public transportation is not especially high. However, the lack of English can pose a barrier for communications and the cultural norms can present discomfort, especially on crowded buses. Metro cars have women-only sections which can provide a better sense of security. Nighttime travel should be more cautious, as any other city. Taxis or ride-hailing apps are also common and often a more comfortable choice for women travelers.

Street harassment:High

One should note that Egypt possesses a vibrant culture and diverse historical attractions, but verbal street harassment can be quite common. This can vary from mildly annoying to more persistent and can sometimes feel intimidating. Remember to dress modestly to respect local customs and avoid unwanted attention. It's always crucial to be aware of your surroundings and maintain confidence while walking around. Knowing a few Arabic phrases can also come in handy.

Petty crimes:Moderate

Egypt, particularly in its bustling cities, presents a moderate risk of petty crimes such as pickpocketing and bag snatching. Popular tourist areas, crowded markets, and public transport facilities are where these incidences occur most. However, the majority of nationals are friendly and helpful, and so long as you remain vigilant, chances of being a victim can be minimized.

Is Egypt worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 115 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

3.8/5

Food

4.1/5

Budget-friendly

3.9/5

Lina

Algeria

Egypt, Solo travel

I loved egypt , hundreds of things to do and see I stayed for 3 weeks and still didn’t get the chance to see everything i put in my bucket list Tourism is and visiting historical sites is magical really , but your gonna be harassed by the taxis / camel guys / those who try to sell u stuff / those who try to show u stuff , u need to keep saying no and never accept nothing from anyone Other then that its really magical Night life is good but ive seen better honestly, restaurants by the nile are good , food not that much , personally not a fan Ive gone to Cairo / Luxor and sharm every city is so different and has its own vibes I advice everyone to go to Luxor its absolutely magical

Posted: August 15, 2025

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Hurghada, Solo travel

It always feels safe. The sellers are always talking much but this will never change. But we need to be passionate because most of them really don't have enough money for their family. The nice thing is you can be sure to have every day sunshine

Posted: August 1, 2025Experienced: February, 2025

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Cairo, Solo travel

Cairo is so full of life and it never sleeps. It's kinda safe but you'll get scammed even if you're a non resident local just like myself 😂 It's not my first time to go, and I went to lots of historical places before (sorry for not attaching the pics of them, I lost them, haha) and it's too magical! It takes you back to the place's era

Posted: July 30, 2025Experienced: June, 2025

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Lucile

France

Cairo, Group travel

Cairo is a wonderful city, full of monuments and places to visit. Luckily I met some locals that took my friend and I to different places and took care of everything. Even if it was a great trip I have to admit that the safety was not the best. Especially as a woman. I felt watched and followed by men. I never went outside alone, and I will not try. Nothing happened to me but I would feel quite unsafe if I were on a solo trip. Also, everyone tries to scam tourists. Although the feeling is safety is not the best. Egyptians are still really nice and some are really helpful.

Posted: July 1, 2025Experienced: March, 2025

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Adriana

Poland

Marsa Alam, Family travel

I felt safe in the Marina area around the hotel—we were in Pickalbatros. We had a nice person, a diver, who helped us with shopping in the marina and made us feel even safer. We went diving; the fish there were even more colorful than the ones in Sharm El Sheikh. The food was good—though we did need to take meds, of course.

Posted: June 19, 2025

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Is Egypt safe for women?

Safety index

3.7 /5

Based on 105 local experiences

Crime index

2 /5

Based on 105 local experiences

Cherry

Cairo

Cairo is a very busy city . As long as you are walking in the light of the day & your clothes don’t expose too much ( casual wears , trousers better than short skirts and crop tops for example ) , you are safe . Avoid dark alleyways , where potential predators feel safe to try to rob and attack , this is rare but better be cautious than sorry . Your money , phone , keys have to be tucked well , if you are walking downtown to restrict attempts from pickpockets ( again not so common ) . As a whole it is a safe city , specially in upscale areas , malls , supermarkets etc . Other than that as long as you follow some guidelines , you will enjoy strolling all over even at late night ! Happy travels 😊

Posted: August 28, 2025

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