Is Egypt Safe for Women? 🇪🇬 The TRUTH told by Solo Female Travelers.

IS EGYPT SAFE FOR WOMEN?

I just wanted to wrap up this Travel Deeper Egypt Series with a very simple, quick video based on the most frequently asked question while I was traveling here… Is it safe for women to travel Egypt on their own?

As a 6’2”, 200lb American man, it’s difficult for me to give you a realistic response on women’s safety in Egypt, so while traveling around the country we stopped and asked women their first-hand experience...

TALK TO THE WOMEN DIRECTLY:

A lot of people commented in the full Egypt Travel Guide video that “why deal with the hassle of going to Egypt with all these problems” and too that I say, if don’t correctly, the juice is 100% worth the squeeze. It is one of the most historically significant places on the planet.

It is definitely a place for more advanced travelers that want to embrace the adventure, and if you’re not a well-seasoned traveler; my best advice is to just find a really good guide.

Truthfully, the place you will have the most issues on your entire trip is the Pyramids of Giza. 13 teens just got arrested for harassing girls, and they were just as aggressive with us. They just surround you and want selfies - but there is no real danger in this.

I compare Egypt to Brazil - in brazil you need to watch your belongings and you could be robbed at any moment, where as in Egypt, you will just be heckled and people will try to talk you out of your money vs forcefully.

If you are a woman who has been to Egypt, it would be amazing if you share your experience in the comments below for others to follow.

And with that being said, that’s an official wrap on this first Egypt series - Next up a few videos from my adopted hometown of San Diego and then its off to Croatia!

I hope you enjoyed this Egypt Travel Guide about "Is Egypt Safe for Women" as much as we did making it! ❤️ If so, please hit that "👍" button, and leave a comment!

See ya next week!

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[GarethLeonard]

Is there such a thing as using clickbait to spread a positive message? 😂 I figured if other travel YouTubers could do it to talk negatively about Egypt, I could use the same power for good. 🙌 I hope this video was helpful! ❤️ If you have any insight or questions, please comment below!! 👇Otherwise, stay tuned for next week's episode, as I set out to discover the best pizza in San Diego with some of my best friends!! 🍕

[shaimael-elaimy]

Hi Gareth, as an Egyptian woman who currently lives in Cairo, I can tell you that it's best for a woman to read up on the country before visiting. Never let your guard down, have eyes at the back of your head! I know that the weather is hot and you would be tempted to put on short shorts and a tank top, but don't. Dress conservatively, cover your knees and shoulders and try to blend in. For the most part Egyptians are quite friendly and helpful, but once again, never let your guard down. It's a good idea to have a tour guide with you or a local friend. Of course in beach towns like Dahab or Hurghada or Gouna harassment is so minimal it's almost non-existent. It's Cairo and Alexandria that you really have to look out for. I'm speaking from personal experience.

[Aliouby]

Man, you single-handedly in 9 videos did more than what the so-called "Egyptian Ministry of Tourism" did in 10 years. Thank you!

[PassionWithAPassport]

Love that you did this for women Gareth! Egypt is too much of a gem for women to pass up visiting because of fear. Loved Egypt. ❤️ Thanks for including me in this video!

[christinev]

Hi Gareth, thank you for having your vlog regarding women traveling to Egypt. Egypt will always have a very special place in my heart. You hit the nail on the head. I would love to make a return visit one day. Like, anywhere in life, just be smart about things. The people are very friendly, and helpful. One of my best friends is from Egypt. It was easier to walk about having someone who was fluent in Arabic. I also learned a few common phrases to assist in with my travels. Egypt is a memorable, excellent place to travel. Thank you again.

[MK_Memo]

I’m an Egyptian woman and I advise female travelers to dress very conservatively as much as possible because Egypt unfortunately is a male dominated society and plagued with sexual harassment so women are harassed generally regardless of their age or race!
Better to travel with a group of friends and also have a local guide
Here in Egypt if a woman is with a man, other men won’t approach her! It’s like having a body guard lol
It’s sad but true
But aside from men harassment, Egypt is safe and generally people here are friendly and nice 😊

[mariamenany]

Hi gareth as an Egyptian women right here my tips is just dress more modestly in egypt and if you find scammers just ignore them and tell them no we don’t want that . On the other end of the spectrum egypt is one of most magical countries in the world with rich history and amazing culture Egyptians just love people and loves interacting with different people that may seem off guard to some foreigners but just know that our culture and religion makes us have to be hospitable to people and we would love to help anyone don’t hesitate to ask for help when you feel lost and just enjoy it ❤️

[AhmedYehias]

Appreciate it Gareth! As an Egyptian, yes we have a long way to go and many things to fix. But highlighting the positives as others do highlight the negatives, will always move this country forward! Thanks

[joyceesays]

just like any place, as a woman in Egypt, there are safe and not-safe spaces. Be travel-wise. When I was new here - there no hassles. Know where you're going and just enjoy. I've been on the train, taxi, Uber and walking even late in the evening (but in places with many people). Thanks for this Gareth!

[Gventures]

I'm a solo female traveler and have been in Egypt for almost 8 months now, I planned to come for just 3 months and I'm still here😂Now I'm using Cairo as a sort of home base while traveling to various regions in Egypt and also nearby countries. Lot's of respect for this video man, I have a small channel and I've actually been meaning to make a video about this same topic myself because I am constantly being asked by other women if Egypt is safe (whether it's women on facebook groups, friends back home in the US, or just other travelers I meet here). I travel on my own, booking buses, taking local transportation (microbuses or the metro here in Cairo), wander the markets alone, basically go everywhere alone, and I feel very safe here. There may be some verbal harassment but that is the extent of it (save for one loser that groped me in Khan El-Khalili on a busy night), and I feel very comfortable walking around late at night. So I would say exactly what these women say in your video, Yes! Egypt is safe for solo female travelers

[khalifataher]

As an Arab who hates hustling, I was skeptical of visiting Egypt alone despite being there twice with an egyptian friend and loving every bit of the trip’s experience. I cannot stress enough to say how safe, beautiful, unique and amazing this country and its people can be. My advise to any foreigner is to experience the country for his/her self, this country gets a lot of negative feedback in which not all the time is fair. I have to thank Gareth for being absolutely positive & balanced in his feedback on visiting Egypt, much love!!

[TheAimes]

Thank you so much for this video! I have two weeks solo booked in February 2023 because I refuse to sit at home waiting for others to have the time or money to join me. When I tell people I am going to Egypt solo, everyone raises concerns about safety. The amazing women you featured in this video have put any of my concerns to rest. Thanks again!

[gigiromano]

Thank you Gareth..I, along with four of my girlfriends, am going to Egypt in September with a travel company. We are so excited about this adventure and were a bit leery being female, until I saw this video. Thanks for easing our fears..

[mohmt]

The part of the three women talking about alcohol made my day. All the respect to those brave women ♥️

[dfsenzo]

This video is exactly what I needed! Currently planning a trip to Egypt and it was very helpful and encouraging to hear different women’s perspectives. Thank you for the enlightening content!

[julieannfaehealing]

That “no unity moment always makes me laugh so hard. Thank you for all you do with your channel 💕and the wisdom and joy you bring

[stellamarina]

10 years ago, I traveled around Egypt on my own as a 60 year old woman for two months. I had no big problems....one guy was a bit touchy on a bus and I just moved to another seat. Mostly, I felt very safe moving around the country on my own using public transport and budget accommodation. I did not go out to parties at night etc. but I quickly found that the city streets were still filled with families at night time so it was fine to walk around after dark. Dahab and other more tourist beach towns you can dress casually but elsewhere you need to dress conservatively. This does include sleeves! No bare shoulders. The touts hassling you at the markets are the biggest problem. Just look ahead and do not want to be your friend, or will give you a guilt trip or not take it personally....it is just a game. Take a few days to find out the real prices before doing any buying. You will always pay more than the locals....a few extra dollars is not going to break your budget! Have lots of small change notes. Most of your interactions will be with males. They run the hostels and stores. Enjoy their friendship and company but be aware that some will see you as a way of getting more income or a green card. There are some very sad stories out there of women travelers in Egypt being dupped. Egypt is one of the most interesting places in the world to visit. I met a few western women who go there every year for a few months. Cheap to do at a nice guest house. I could happily do that too.

[nashwaelshahed]

First of all I really appreciate you and the way you offer your experience in Egypt 🇪🇬
My name is Nashwa and I’m a tour guide in Egypt
The people of Egypt are super helpful and friendly And loves to help tourists
There might be some harassments from the vendors who wants to sell things to tourists I totally agree but that’s in certain places
But in general people feels excited seeing a tourist and that explain why they keep asking for selfie’s with them
It’s a way of welcoming others in a deferent way and to prove to friends and family that they met a tourist and spoke to him or her😊 . Usually it’s the youngsters who does that
I’m a woman and a tour guide proudly from Egypt
And I would like to let each and every woman still hesitating in taking the decision of visiting Egypt solo
It’s safe dear
Come and enjoy the experience and you will have the time of your life 🌷❤️

[OmarAmroussy]

As a Canadian Egyptian who is married to to a Scottish Canadian, I've seen a lot of these issues first hand on our visits, I think the tips here are spot on, they summarize most of what I try to say to people for advise, I just want people to remember people who bother and harasse the tourists are not represtitive of the Egyptian societyas a whole, its a group that preys on tourists and live by the monuments but I get it is hard for tourists to tell the difference if this is all what they can see, if you have a bad experience it is hard to recover from it

[AnonyMous-ymuw]

Sadly, the Pyramids area needs to have more security, so I would definitely recommend hiring a tour guide there. But also, the more you blend in, the less noticeable and more comfortable you will be. So, match the way people dress. Also, if you go to nicer areas like resorts and malls, etc., you'll likely have no issues being on your own. However, if you're going to more crowded areas like markets, etc., expect more attention, so either have a tour guide or learn a couple of Arabic words to tell vendors to stay away.