50 Places Women Should Never Travel Alone

South Africa

With expansive national parks, caves, and canyons, it’s hard to deny that South Africa offers stunning beauty. Unfortunately, South Africa has some disturbingly high statistics for rape and sexual assault.

The good news is that, as a woman, you are less likely to be targeted if you wear conservative clothing. If you plan to travel alone, just make sure to bring your finest long sleeves and your thickest jeans to avoid potentially becoming a target.

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