Start with official advice
Read your government’s travel advice for each country, for example from the US State Department, the UK Foreign Office, Canada or Australia. They often split a country into regions. On our country pages, we flag countries where most governments advise against all travel, or against travel to some regions.
Where most visitors go
Popular routes in Botswana, Namibia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya’s safari areas, South Africa’s tourist areas, Morocco, Mauritius, the Seychelles and many others welcome large numbers of visitors every year.
Common-sense tips
- Use registered taxis or ride-hailing apps, especially at night.
- Keep phones and cameras out of sight in busy streets.
- Use ATMs inside banks or malls.
- Ask your hotel which areas to avoid after dark.
- On safari, follow your guide’s instructions about wildlife.
Health and roads
Road accidents and illness are bigger risks for most travellers than crime. Avoid driving at night outside towns and see our health guide.
