Name: Solo Female Travel in Tulum
Address: Tulum, Mexico
Rating: 4.29524287704366

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Located on the Caribbean coastline of Mexico's Yucipa Peninsula, Tulum is a breathtaking tropical paradise recognized for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient Mayan port city. Nestled on lofty cliff-tops overlooking the sparkling turquoise sea, Tulum boasts stunning archaeological sites that date back to pre-Columbian times, including the Castillo, a formidable fortress, and the Temple of the Descending God. Visitors are also drawn towards its underwater caves and the dreamy Tulum beaches, particularly the Paradise Beach. Also, the culturally rich city, renowned for its bohemian-chic atmosphere, serves as an eco-travel hub with plenty of eco-resorts and yoga retreats. The Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its biodiversity, is another must-visit spot for nature lovers exploring Tulum.

Tulum is currently ranked #60 best place for solo female travellers. Check full ranking.

4.3 /5

Based on 7 experiences

3.9 /5

Based on our research

4 /5

Based on safety reports

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Safety:Safe

Tulum is generally safe for solo female travelers. The majority of locals are friendly and helpful, however, it is recommended to remain vigilant about personal belongings. Common precautions include not walking alone at night in areas outside the tourist zones and not flashing expensive personal items in public. The reef waters can also be strong at times, so ensure you're a confident swimmer before exploring independent ocean activities.

Transport:Easy

Tulum is relatively easy to navigate around. Most tourist attractions, restaurants, and accommodations are either walkable or reachable via a short taxi or bicycle trip. However, the area between the town and the beach is a bit spread out which might require extra planning or time to navigate.

Things to do:Interesting

Tulum, offers a rich experience with its beautiful beaches, unique cenotes, and magnificent Mayan ruins. Adventure-seekers will enjoy snorkeling, diving in the clear waters, and exploring the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. The town also offers a variety of boutique shopping, local markets, spas, yoga classes, and delicious food at world-renowned restaurants for those seeking a more relaxing visit. While Tulum is generally safe for solo female travelers, it's always important to stay alert and conscious of your surroundings.

Food:Excellent

The culinary scene in Tulum is astonishingly diverse and vibrant. Offering a range of food choices from mouth-watering local street food to high-end international gastronomy. You'll be pleased to experience authentic flavors of Mexican cuisine while also having options to explore a wide variety of global flavors. There's always something new to try, whether you are a vegan, vegetarian or meat lover, satisfying both your hunger and your wanderlust.

Budget:Moderate

Tulum offers a mix of economical and high-end accommodations and dining, matching different budget sizes. While some resorts, luxury boutique hotels, and upscale restaurants can be pricey, there are also plenty of budget hostels, mid-range hotels, and affordable local eateries. Public transportation and taxis are relatively cheap. However, tours and activities, like visiting the Mayan ruins or the famous cenotes, can add to your expenses but are worth experiencing.

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 7 experiences

Rating summary

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

3.7/5

Nakita

Spain

Solo travel experience

I stayed in Tulum, Quintana Roo for 2 months at the start of 2022! I was teaching yoga at resorts and glamping ground and I rented a loft from Facebook sight unseen! It was quite an adventure, I lived about 20 mins from the beach, deep in the Mexican jungle. I did lots of healing and wellness / adventure activities like a Temazcal ceremony, Sobada Maya massage for DEEP anxiety relief, Holotropic Breathwork with an Intuitive life coach and I took Atv’s out for rides, rode horses on day tours, swam in the cenotes. I felt pretty safe! I even walked home multiple times a week at night in the dark after I finished teaching a yoga class and although nothing happened I wouldn’t recommend you do this lol because it’s pitch black and you’re walking into the jungle so if someone did appear, there’s no one around. Be prepared that Tulum town isn’t upscale like Tulum beach area. It is more of a local area , village vibes. Both areas are incredible to explore and the hotels are GORGEOUS. You MUST go to Holistika Tulum - that’s where I did a full moon sound healing ceremony, temazcal ceremony and some yoga classes and they have the best restaurant on-site. Otti tulum is THE hub for your morning or afternoon Cacao , it’s deliciously soothing and the vibes are HIGH!!! All in all I had a beautiful time in tulum; it’s a powerful energy vortex so I did some pretty deep healing there and also enjoyed some parties on the beach with incredible DJ’s! Tulum is definitely a MUST visit

Posted: December 20, 2023

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 4/5

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Solo travel experience

I went to Tulum alone. I easily made acquaintances, as I stayed in a hostel. Out of all the places around Tulum, Tulum was the safest because it wasn't a tourist trap. I recommend learning a bit of Spanish, because then they will try to rip you off less.

Posted: October 16, 2023

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5

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I constantly felt extremely safe, the transportation was easy to understand, and there were always some English-speaking people around. Lots of things to do and discover. I definitely recommend Tulum and its surroundings.

Posted: October 14, 2023

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5

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Group travel experience

I was in Tulum and had the best time there. I felt very safe and stayed in an Airbnb with two friends. We were outside at all hours of the night and felt safe.

Posted: August 3, 2023

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5

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Ekky

Canada

Solo travel experience

Tulum is an incredible place - so much to do when you are reveling solo or with a group. If you love delicious food, bustling nightlife and daytime relaxing parties Tulum is a must. I went twice in one year. The ocean in November is a lot cleaner than in April, but there are a lot more parties in April than in November. If you like spiritual rituals there are also sooo many things to try like temazcal and meditation. Prices are a bit steep but it’s well worth it.

Posted: May 12, 2023

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 4/5

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Over the past year, I have traveled alone twice and felt safe everywhere. I stayed in the hotel zone and dared to go out both during the day and at night. I ate so much incredible food. I also enjoyed visiting the Mayan ruins.

Posted: April 23, 2023

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5

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Group travel experience

We stopped in Tulum, which was absolutely amazing. I would recommend renting a car if you can, because there are so many attractions there! We visited some amazing beaches and went snorkeling around the local coral reef, which is said to be the second or third largest in the world.

Posted: November 27, 2022

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5

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Sofia

About Me

Hello girls!! I am Sofi and I will be traveling by myself for a month visiting family and friends. I am from Argentina but I live in Tulum, Mexico, since 2021. I am a teacher of English and Spanish 🙌🏻♥️. I discovered a very nice hobby and now passion in Tulum: CrossFit 🫶🏻

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Jacky

About Me

I love dance hula hoop with fire it’s amazing I want to traveling in Europe now And I would love to know new places

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Stay with local women in Tulum who offer free accommodation as part of cultural exchange. Couch surfing is a great way to meet new people, learn more about new cultures and experience destinations like a local.

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