Are Canary Islands safe for solo female travelers?

As a solo female traveler, you can visit Canary Islands with a sense of security. Like many places in Spain, it's generally considered safe with low crime rates. However, it's always a good idea to be mindful of your surroundings, especially during the evening in less crowded areas. Petty crimes like pickpocketing and bag snatching can occur, particularly in touristic spots. On the positive side, locals are generally helpful and respectful. Taking normal precautions should ensure a worry-free trip.

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How safe is Canary Islands for female travelers?

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4 /5

based on 4 experiences from female travelers

Leona

Leona

Czech Republic

Couple travel

Canary Islands concrete Tenerife is beautiful place. I was so surprised clean nature and many different things… I recommend a trip to Loro Parque. Also recommend lend scooters and to travel the whole island.

Posted: July 2, 2025
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I loved Tenerife and the volcanic park (where I spent the whole day hiking - I rented a car). La Laguna had a really nice historical part of town. I stayed at the H10 Gran Tinerife, which I liked because it was on the beach, it had 2 great swimming pools, and the buffets were excellent, and it was an easy walk to the nearby boat cruise in Puerto Colon.

Posted: December 1, 2022
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All the Canary Islands are wonderful and very safe. I've been to all of them, I like Tenerife the most, and Gran Canaria the least. Beautiful weather all year round (sometimes very windy). El Medano and Golf Del Sur are my favorite places.

Posted: November 26, 2022
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I was on Fuerteventura for 7 weeks. Incredible and beautiful! I love Cotillo. Accommodation is expensive and short term. A paradise for surfers. Food is cheap and delicious. I was also on La Gomera. Beautiful nature. Expensive. German atmosphere. I didn't stay.

Posted: November 19, 2022
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