Is Jamaica Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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How safe is Jamaica?
Safety at night:Unsafe
Public transportation:Unsafe
Street harassment:Moderate
Petty crimes:High
Is Jamaica worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 16 experiences from female travelers
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Budget-friendly
Montego Bay, Group travel
My experience in Jamaica was good and fun. I stayed in an all inclusive resort so I didn’t experience the actual city as much. We took a bus to our excursions but I heard Jamaica isn’t the safest place
Posted: October 9, 2024
Whitney
United States
Jamaica, Solo travel
Traveled to Jamaica in April 2024 (for the 3rd time in a year, countless time in life). I always feel safe, at peace and at home there. The food is amazing, the people are kind, there’s non shortage of outdoor adventures to go on. We have been staying at airbnbs on the island. This past trip, we traversed the north coast which started in Montego Bay to Ocho Rios to Port Antonio with a few stops in between. Favorite is always Port Antonio — best community of people on the island, very lush landscape and plenty of activities to take part it!
Posted: June 2, 2024Montego Bay, Group travel
It was very beautiful and touristy. I felt extremely safe as a black women and very welcomed by the locals. everyone was so helpful and open to giving directions or suggestions. Bring cash because they do expect tips for everything. The food was a hit or miss always ask the driver for recommendations because they have great suggestions.
Posted: March 7, 2024Jamaica, Family travel
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, 2022
Cindy
Canada
Jamaica, Solo travel
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, 2023Jamaica, Family travel
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, 2023Jamaica, Group travel
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, 2023Jamaica, Solo travel
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, 2023Montego Bay, Solo travel
I've been to Jamaica more than once. I loved the people and the culture, but as a tourist, I was perceived as an opportunity to make money. I stayed at a resort and felt very safe there. I hired a driver and was never approached when I was with him.
Posted: September 30, 2023Montego Bay, Group travel
I was in Montego Bay in February. We stayed in an all-inclusive hotel, which was charming. I didn't feel safe walking around Montego Bay during the day at all. We were two women and the moment we left the resort, everyone wanted to sell us something, talk to us, ask for our phone numbers, and sell us 10 different types of marijuana products. The hotel reception was surprised that we left the area and advised us not to even do it at night. Despite this we had a nice time at the resort, the service was amazing, and the food was great. Day trips and drivers to Negril were available through the hotel, we did not take advantage, but I regret that we didn't.
Posted: September 29, 2023Is Jamaica safe for women?
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Based on 3 local experiences
KhalidahC
Kingston
Jamaica in general can be a violent place. Kingston is a city and this has a high concentration of people which increases the likelihood of violence and crime. I’ve had my (old) apartment broken into once, however it was poorly secured (no burglar bars). I’ve never been mugged although once, I’ve been pickpocketed, and had a necklace snatched many years ago. I’ve been groped before but when I was much younger. I don’t particularly have fear when I take public transportation but caution should be exercised. Taking private transport (uber etc) reduces the likelihood of mishaps.
Posted: December 25, 2024Kingston
Kingston Jamaica is a lovely country overall...Tourists always come here basically every month to enjoy the sunshine and fun activities that jamaica has to offer... My advise when visiting any country you still have to be vigilant and cautious of your surroundings...but in all I can positively say Jamaica is a fun and interesting country to visit...
Posted: June 2, 2024Meet locals in Jamaica
Dee
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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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KhalidahC
About Me
Hi! I’m Khalidah, Khali for short. I was born in New Jersey, USA but currently reside in Kingston, Jamaica. I’m back and forth between New York and Kingston a lot! I love to travel and meet fellow travellers. I’m an artist and graphic designer, heavily involved in the art scene in Jamaica. I am also part of the queer community here and promote many queer and sapphic parties in the city. Currently I live with my (male) partner in a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house! He works during the day at a restaurant he manages and I work from home. My IG is goddess.khali.
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Jamaica
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Hello I’m kitty a local Jamaican designer and I’m here for all advice on Jamaica travel
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Lorena
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Hey :) I’m Lory and i am a really extrovert person. I enjoy meeting new ppl and so gain new perspectives in life. My main interests are sports, art and philosophy. I play basketball and I am also a tattoo artist in case you are interested in getting tattooed hahah :)
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Hi, I’m a travel agent who wants to get to know fun new places and meet new people!
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