If I had a dollar for every time someone told me it wasn’t a good idea to travel alone in Central America… yikes! I know there are some valid concerns about certain parts of the region, but there are plenty of places that are great for solo female travel in Central America.
If the jungles of Costa Rica, the lakes of Guatemala, and the gorgeous beaches of Panama have been on your mind, this guide will give you the tools you need to start planning your solo adventure.
The Best Destinations for Solo Female Travel in Central America
1. Costa Rica
Costa Rica is one of the best destinations for solo female travelers in all of Latin America, in my opinion. The public transportation system works smoothly, making it easier to get from place to place on the bus. There’s little violent crime countrywide, and even lower rates of violent crime against foreigners (not to say it doesn’t happen). Overall, Costa Rica is my number one pick for solo female travel in Central America due to overall safety and ease.
There’s so much to do and see in Costa Rica, whether you’re visiting for a week, two weeks or a month. Whether you want to check out the waterfalls, spend the day at the beach, or climb a volcano, there’s an adventure waiting for you there.
A few places in Costa Rica that I think are particularly ideal for solo female travelers are Uvita, Monteverde, and La Fortuna.
2. Guatemala
Guatemala is another destination that exceeded my expectations with its beauty and ease of travel. Granted, the public transportation system there varies from place to place, and the buses can be unpredictable at times, but I think part of the thrill of traveling through Guatemala is having the experience of riding in a tricked-out US school bus.
Unlike Costa Rica, not as many people in Guatemala speak English, so traveling solo here is much easier if you speak at least some Spanish.
The country also has a long and complex history of civil war and unrest, which impacts its overall safety today. Although there are some parts (particularly in big cities) that are a bit unstable, violent crime against foreigners is quite infrequent. (Just like any destination, there are plenty of things you can do to keep safe, some of which I’ll touch on later, so stay tuned!)
Some highlights of Guatemala are Lake Atitlán (my absolute favorite), Antigua, the Tikal ruins, Flores, and Semuc Champey (a turquoise river). Antigua is a great base, because…
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