Safest Caribbean Islands – Which Caribbean Island Has Low Crime Rate?

More and more people are interested in going on vacation to the Caribbean islands. They amaze with their beauty and unexploredness. But for the same reason, some of them are dangerous to visit. We have prepared a list of the safest Caribbean islands and important information about each of them.

Warm weather, waters, palm trees make tourists return there time and time again. That is why it is necessary to understand which islands are safe to travel to. It will help you avoid crime, violence, and gang activity.

But first, we suggest you take a look at the table that we have prepared below:

	Visitor arrival in 2019	Average annual water temperature	Language spoken
Dominican Republic	7.5M	82°F (27.8°C)	Spanish
Montserrat	21K	82°F (27.8°C)	English
St. Barts	200K	80°F (26.7°C)	French
The Cayman islands	2.33M	84°F (28.9°C)	English
Turks and Caicos	1.6M	81°F (27.2°C)	English
Anguilla	95K	82°F (27.8°C)	English
Barbados	966K	83°F (28.3°C)	English
Martinique	536K	83°F (28.3°C)	French

The Dominican Republic

It is located on the island of Hispaniola and shares it with the country of Haiti. The Dominican Republic is the most visited island among tourists and is known for its white-sand beaches and turquoise ocean. In our opinion, the best resort here is Punta Cana. It is one of the safest areas in the country. We are sure that Spanish architecture and tropic nature will amaze you.

Also, Dominicans are friendly and always hospitable. But still, we recommend you not to drive yourself, but rather to rent a car with a driver or take excursions with a transfer, since the locals have their driving habits and scams. Moreover, you do not have to forget to take care in some remote areas, outside your resort. That is why it is way better and easier to book a property with a company that knows everything about the country and can help you. Our company has housing only in safe and guarded areas.

Montserrat

It is in the Leeward Islands and is a British Overseas Territory. Montserrat is considered to be one of the safest Caribbean islands and has the lowest crime rates. And it is because the last recorded murder was in 2008.

There is also an active Soufrière Hills volcano, that became active again in 1995, but the last eruption was in 2012. The volcanic eruptions destroyed many things, including the airport. Of course, people are generally not permitted entry into the exclusion zone. Despite the threat of a volcanic eruption and hurricanes that roll in between June and November, the island has cliffs of incredible beauty.

Saint Barthélemy

It is more known as St. Barts. This is a French overseas collectivity, that is one of the most expensive islands. It is also popular among rich and famous people. Because access to this exclusive island only by propeller plane, yacht, or ferry.

The tourism industry is expensive here, which explains why it is difficult to get there, and there are not many hotels. We have to say that there is not much crime. But you have to protect yourself from different bug bites.

The Cayman islands

Crystal blue water, one of the best diving spots, luxurious vacation rentals – Cayman Islands became popular among the wealthy. It is also perfect for people who are into water sports. Because all three islands can offer scuba diving and fishing. Moreover, it is known as home to several snorkeling locations where tourists can enjoy swimming with stingrays.

Strict gun laws and rules make it safer for tourists. Also, you should pay attention to hurricanes, because they threaten this area, especially in summer. The reason for them is the tropical location of the islands. In addition to this, we need to say that you should not touch jellyfish or scorpaenidae, because their sting is painful. Scorpionfish has a sting in the form of spines coated with venomous mucus, so you have to be careful with them.

Turks and Caicos

Turks and Caicos is an archipelago of forty coral islands in the Atlantic Ocean. Also, it is considered the World’s best-kept secret. So it is always interesting to explore places like this one. The nice thing is that the rainfall level is one of the lowest in the region, so you can enjoy the weather.

It is considered as one of the safest Caribbean islands. Levels of crime are relatively low. But without a doubt, you should watch out and be careful on the roads, especially with taxi drivers.

Anguilla

The soft white sand beaches along the coast will surely impress you. If you love electric nightlife this is a perfect option for you. There are also a lot of bars with live music. In addition to this, you can enjoy the water activities that Anguilla can offer you. Snorkeling, scuba diving, water skiing, and sailing – all of these you can try there.

Anguilla is safe for tourists, and it has a low crime range. But it is always important to remember to take standard precautions. So, when you leave your hotel or apartment, you have to secure your valuables using the hotel safe, for example.

Barbados

Visitors can enjoy relaxation on the breathtaking beaches. The incredibly colored water looks especially beautiful when the sun rises or sets. The spoken language there is English, so it will be easy to communicate with locals. Barbados welcomes around 1 million visitors each year, so it improves a good level of safety there.

However, we have to mention that you have to be careful outside your resort walking alone. Also, LGBTQ+ visitors should be aware, because of the existing laws against homosexuality. In addition to this, avoid wearing camouflage. Laws about camo exist for civilians not to be confused with the members of the military on patrol.

Martinique

It is a heavily French-influenced destination located in the Lesser Antilles. Martinique impresses with rugged volcanic regions, magnificent waterfalls, and azure waters. Also, it is known for its dolphin sanctuary.

We cannot say that there is no crime here. It is considered safe, but petty crime is common. Especially, you have to be careful in the capital, Fort-de-France. Always keep an eye on your belongings and do not leave them unattended. There is also an active volcanic mountain – Mount Pelée, that showed its increased activity in 2020.

The Conclusion

As could be seen, we told you about the safest Caribbean islands to make your vacation without negative experience. It is always interesting to explore something new, but you do not have to forget about your safety. We strongly recommend that you find a company or agency in the place where you are going before traveling. So it can help you throughout your vacation.

Our team has been working in the Dominican market for over 7 years. That is why we know all the features of rental housing, excursions, and residents. Since the Dominican Republic remains the most visited of the Caribbean islands, you shouldn’t hesitate to travel here. We are always happy to help our guests make their stay unforgettable!

 

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Updated on: 2024-04-18. Author: Diana

Tags: Caribbean Tourist destinations