Is Nepal Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Nepal generally displays a welcoming and friendly environment. However, solo female travelers need to take standard precautions. While day-time touring is usually safe, it's not advised to travel alone at night. Stay in reputable accommodations and avoid secluded areas. Keep your personal belongings close and secure, and always inform someone about your itinerary. Check for local customs as well, to respect them and avoid any unintentional infractions.

Safety rating

4.1 /5

Based on 24 experiences from female travelers

3.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

3.2 /5

Based on 7 experiences from local women

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How safe is Nepal?

Safety at night:Moderate

Nepal is generally considered safe with a friendly and welcoming culture. However, it's advisable to avoid walking alone at night, especially in quieter and less illuminated areas. Even in the generally safer cities, exercise caution after dark, choosing well-lit, populated areas and using reliable transport services when possible.

Public transportation:Unsafe

Public transportation in Nepal can be a challenging experience due to overcrowded vehicles, unreliable schedules, and safety norms aren't always strictly enforced. It's not unusual to see passengers hanging outside the doors due to lack of space. Women should be aware that harassment can occur, particularly on crowded vehicles. During night hours, it's usually recommended to avoid public transportation or travel with a group for safety reasons.

Street harassment:Moderate

In Nepal, instances of street harassment are moderate. While it's not prevalent or aggressive like in some other countries, it's recommended to be cautious. The local people are generally respectful, especially towards tourists. However, occasionally there could be some forms of subtle verbal harassment or unsolicited comments, particularly in crowded areas. It’s more of an annoyance than a threat, but it’s still worthy of note.

Petty crimes:Low

Petty crimes in Nepal are relatively low in comparison to other nations. While you may occasionally come across instances of pickpocketing or bag snatching, particularly in crowded markets or tourist areas, these are not rampant. Always exercise caution and keep an eye on your belongings, just as you would anywhere else.

Is Nepal worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 24 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4.1/5

Food

4.3/5

Budget-friendly

3.6/5

Samikshya

Nepal

Gorkha-12, Group travel

It was the most beaitiful trek i everd had. I would give my everything to live that moment again. I have been visting/trekking other place as well but gorkha (manaslu circuit) larke pass is something that is unforgettable.

Posted: May 8, 2025Experienced: July, 2022

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Kathmandu, Solo travel

Yeah it's a safe place but yeah be careful there might be accident due to excessive vehicles on road. Food was also well served as well as people are kind and helpful.Kathmandu felt like a living tapestry of tradition, energy, and warmth. I didn’t want to leave—but I had to float back to the cloud.”

Posted: May 2, 2025Experienced: December, 2024

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Nepal, Solo travel

Nepal is very safe . Very nice people they don't scam you. Night Life is great. Super friendly people most of them speak Hindi English. Even I paid more to bus driver he gave it back such a nice place. People are hospitable. Food is superb .

Posted: May 2, 2025Experienced: May, 2024

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Sagarmatha National Park, Solo travel

Overall every safe and must do trek in a lifetime…. Got to see so many endangered animals and birds!!! Must do trek and the route is also very safe even for solo travel!! Highly recommend.

Posted: April 13, 2025

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Miriam

Spain

Pokhara, Solo travel

Absolutely loved my experience in Pokhara, Nepal. I stayed there for a week but I'm dying to go back. There's just so much to explore, the city is stunning and the people are really nice. I stayed in a hostel called Forest Lake in the Lakeside area and I can't recommend it enough!! Went paragliding, hired a little canoe to get to the temple in the middle of the lake... To move around, I recommend using the app Pathao (it's like the local Uber) to get rides on motorbikes.

Posted: February 27, 2025Experienced: March, 2024

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Nepal, Solo travel

I have traveled solo in Nepal for a month. I felt very welcome, I haven't any bad experience to tell really. People were just lovely. Most activity i have done is trekking solo. I haven't had any guide with me. Totally worth it.

Posted: January 28, 2025

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Kathmandu, Solo travel

I was sightseeing with two other tourists so I guess I felt safe but you will get approached by people/kids on the street trying to convince you to buy something. Everything’s pretty cheap which might make you want to get everything haha but definitely expect to spend some money on souvenirs.

Posted: January 21, 2025

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Nepal, Solo travel

It was amazing. I had such a great time. Nepal is so peaceful and everything is super cheap, people are friendly. I would go there anytime anyday if you ask me. Best for hiking, solo trips etc. Internet is very bad though.

Posted: November 7, 2024

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Andrea

Australia

Kathmandu, Solo travel

I spent a week in Kathmandu. I felt super safe the whole time I was there. One of my favourite activities was to walk through the streets just enjoying being one of the crowd. The city was very dusty but the people were very friendly. One fantastic experience I had was in my search for a kushti I stopped in this little shop which was about as big as a cupboard. The young man tending the store was super helpful - he unwrapped everyone one of the mountains of packages to find me a kushti that was suitable before introducing me to his sister and sharing tea. My only regret from Kathmandu was not taking advantage of an App that enables you to hire a motorbike to take you around. A wonderful place to visit

Posted: August 14, 2024

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Everest Region, Solo travel

Everest Base Camp - Cho La pass - Gokyo Ri 16.05 - 31.05 The Everest Base Camp trek has a bit of a bad rep, with concerns about rubbish, overcrowding, sherpa/porter conditions. I had the same concerns, but I think it’s important to experience things ourselves where possible. I can wholly recommend going solo, the trails are well marked and offline maps work well. The end of the season has led to empty guesthouses, giving my money to local families, many whomn have been inspirational mountaineers & have summited many of these incredible Himilayan mountains. I have been so encouraged to see rubbish initiatives, @sagarmathanext & picking up rubbish as I walk with places to deposit on the way as well as initiatives to take kilos back after walking. I had a 5am start to summit Gokyo Ri at 5357m. Going without a tour/guide/porter meant I was able to afford this experience (£650, which included a £165 flight to Lukla, it cost 2 days and £24 on the way back down with a 7 hour jeep & 14 hour bus). I felt confident walking solo, with experience of the Annapurna & walking in Japan; but I wasn’t without doubts or fears. There’s a fine line between encouraging everyone to equally being responsible in the mountains & at altitude. But do all the research to overcome barriers, if it feels scary - try, keep breathing, be slow, get good insurance

Posted: June 22, 2024Experienced: April, 2024

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Is Nepal safe for women?

Safety index

3.2 /5

Based on 7 local experiences

Crime index

1.6 /5

Based on 7 local experiences

Samikshya

Imadol

It is safe i am out till 11 pm and the local markets here are easily open till 8-9 pm. I roam around the city at anytime, sometimes i need to go check some of my friends mid night and i really dont have to re think of going out.

Posted: May 8, 2025

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Nepal

Overall very safe and everyone is really friendly…. Just need to use some common sense and avoid shady places!! Recently went on solo trek and everyone was very friendly and supportive…. Just need to avoid some shady people and talk straight into the face!!

Posted: April 13, 2025

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