Is Sao Miguel safe for solo female travelers?

Sao Miguel, is known for being a safe and welcoming place for solo female travelers. The crime rate is low and the locals are known for their friendliness and hospitality. It’s relatively easy to get around, with efficient public transports and numerous well-organized tours. However, like with any destination, it is advisable to take general safety precautions such as not walking alone late at night in unfamiliar areas, keeping your valuables secured, and staying alert to your surroundings.

Safety rating

Make travel friends

Meet other female travelers, find travel buddies and stay with local women for free through hospitality exchange.
Download from App StoreDownload from Google Play
Get the Travel Ladies App

How safe is Sao Miguel for female travelers?

Solo travel

Island of São Miguel in Azores is the perfect place for a first solo travel! It’s absolutely safe and there is a lot of nature so you have the space and privacy to explore by yourself. The island is small so you can easily get around and there is a lot to do! Hot springs, whale watching, hikes, amazing landscapes and food I considered it very cheap. I spend 650€ for a week there including the flight, hostel, food, activities and the car rental (the most expensive part because I got full insurance, if not it would have been much cheaper). I recommend going to Sete Cidades, Gorreana Plantation, Parque Terra Nostra, Poça Dona Beja, Caldeira Velha between many stops along the way to find many “Easter eggs” 😊 P.s. I also recommend going to sete cidades in the first day just in case you can’t see the lakes, so that you might have the chance to go back there some other time

Posted: February 16, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

Safety in Portugal