At Journey Mexico, we live and work in the destinations where we operate, allowing us to continuously monitor conditions across the country. We only guide travelers to regions we know are safe, drawing on deep local relationships and firsthand expertise. With thoughtful planning, trusted partners, and real-time updates, we ensure every journey through Mexico is secure, seamless, and filled with wonder.
Your peace of mind is our top priority. From private transportation and vetted guides to around-the-clock support, every detail is managed by our experienced team. Our specialists stay informed of local developments and safety guidance, allowing you to travel with ease and confidence. When you journey with us, you can simply relax and enjoy Mexico’s beauty, culture, and hospitality.
As a Mexico-based company constantly monitoring the safety of travel and tourism in Mexico,
we aim to provide current and unbiased information on safety in Mexico. Below is our latest on
travel safety in Mexico plus up-to-date advice on staying safe in Mexico.
Mexico continues to experience conflicts between rival criminal organizations in various areas within the country. Though these conflicts can be unpredictable, they are almost always among and between organized crime groups. There has been no evidence that the organizations have targeted or are targeting holiday travelers or civilians that are not related to illicit activity, and incidents of concern are virtually non-existent in and around tourist areas.
With proper preparation and information, we feel confident that travel to and within Mexico continues to be a great option. We are confident that those who honor us with the opportunity to serve them will enjoy a secure and memorable travel experience. There is never a guaranty of complete safety when traveling anywhere, even within the US and Europe, yet by working with a trusted and professional destination specialist, like Journey Mexico, travelers minimize risk by relying on experts to keep them in the right places. Living in the destination and ensuring the enjoyable experiences of guests on a daily basis, we understand the environment and monitor the situation constantly.
Our primary goal is client, staff, and partner safety. Furthermore, we are unwilling to operate in environments where we perceive elevated risk and are committed to vigilantly monitoring the local situations throughout the Mexican Republic. Finally, in the unlikely event of an incident, we have well-developed contingency and risk management plans in place.
For those looking to travel to Mexico, we advise only working with reputable, experienced travel professionals with close relationships in the specific destinations they will visit to ensure the best travel experience possible.
Please note: Conditions can change rapidly in a country at any time; we are updating our travel safety information in accordance with the most recent US Department of State Travel Warning for Mexico.
Looking for safe places to travel in Mexico? Check the latest State Department Travel Warnings for each Mexican state below. The US State Department Travel Warning was last updated for safety on September 06, 2024.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
Although criminal activity and violence may occur throughout the state, there is no restriction on travel.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Aguascalientes, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 3: Reconsider travel
There are currently no restrictions on travel to its major tourist destinations, including Ensenada, Rosarito, and Tijuana.
There has been criminal activity and violence in Baja California.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Baja California, according to the US State Department. However, the US government recommends only traveling on Highway 2D between Mexicali and Tijuana, Los Algodones, and San Luis Rio Colorado during the day. Travelers may also use Highways 1 and 8 to transit to and from the Mexicali Airport during daylight hours. Travel on Highway 5 is permissible during daylight hours.
Mexicali Valley: U.S. government employees should avoid the Mexicali Valley due to the heightened possibility of violence between rival cartel factions.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
There are currently no restrictions on travel within Baja California Sur or its major tourist destinations, including Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Todos Santos, East Cape, and La Paz.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Baja California Sur, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
There are currently no restrictions on travel within Campeche or its major tourist destinations, including Campeche City, Calakmul, and Edzna.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Campeche, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 3: Reconsider travel
The advisory to reconsider travel to the state of Chiapas due to crime in the state is heavily influenced by the situations affecting the Mexico-Guatemala border. Please refer to the map linked below for detailed restrictions.
U.S. government employees have travel restrictions in various areas of the southeastern region, especially on specific highways. However, they are allowed to travel within the limits of Tapachula and Highway 2025 from the port of Chiapas. For more information and to view a map of restricted areas, please visit the US State Department website.
Current status: Level 3: Reconsider travel
The US government recommends reconsidering travel to Chihuahua due to crime in the region.
The government recommends rethinking travel to Chihuahua. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Chihuahua.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
The US government recommends increased caution due to crime.
U.S. government employees may not travel to these municipalities: Zaragoza, Morelos, Allende, Nava, Jimenez, Villa Union, Guerrero, and Hidalgo municipalities and must travel directly from the United States and observe a curfew from midnight to 6:00 a.m. to Piedras Negras and Ciudad Acuña in both cities.
There are no other restrictions on travel for U.S. government employees in Coahuila state.
Current status: Level 4: Do not travel
The US State Department is currently advising against travel to Colima.
The US government recommends avoiding travel to Colima. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Colima.
Current status: Level 4: Do not travel
The US government currently advises against traveling to Guerrero, including Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, Ixtapa, and Taxco.
The government is recommending travelers to avoid Guerrero entirely. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Guerrero.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
There are currently no restrictions on travel to Hidalgo, including major tourist spots such as the city of Hidalgo.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Hidalgo, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
There are currently no restrictions on travel to Mexico City, including Polanco, La Roma, Santa Fe, San Angel, Coyoacán, La Condesa, Chapultepec Park, Basilica de Guadalupe, the city center, and Xochimilco.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Mexico City, according to the US State Department. However, we recommend being vigilant, particularly in the neighborhoods of Tepito and Guerrero at night. As with any large city, petty crime occurs frequently in both tourist and non-tourist areas so it is encouraged to always be aware of your surroundings.
Current status: Level 4: Do not travel
The US State Department is currently advising against travel to Michoacán.
The US government is recommending travelers avoid Michoacán entirely. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Michoacán.
Current status: Level 3: Reconsider travel
The US government currently has no restrictions on traveling to Morelos. However, it does recommend rethinking travel to the state due to violent crime and gang activity.
There are currently no specific areas to avoid in Morelos. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Morelos.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
There are currently no restrictions on visiting the major tourist towns of Riviera Nayarit (including Nuevo Vallarta, Punta Mita, and the Bahia de Banderas).
There are currently no areas to avoid in Nayarit, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
There are no restrictions on travel in the Nuevo Leon state.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Nuevo Leon, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
The US government has no restrictions on travel to the tourist areas of Oaxaca City, Monte Alban, Puerto Escondido, and Huatulco.
Travelers are advised to steer clear of the Isthmus region of Oaxaca and Highway 200 northwest of Pinotepa. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Oaxaca.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Puebla, including the tourist areas of Puebla City, San Andres Cholula, and San Pedro Cholula.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Puebla, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Queretaro, including the tourist areas of Queretaro City and Bernal.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Queretaro, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
There are no restrictions on travel to San Luis Potosí.
There are currently no areas to avoid in San Luis Potosí, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 4: Do not travel
The US State Department is currently advising against travel to Sinaloa.
The US government says travel to Sinaloa should be avoided. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Sinaloa.
Current status: Level 3: Reconsider travel
The US State Department recommends reconsidering travel to Sonora.
The US government has placed restrictions on several areas in Sonora. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Sonora.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Tabasco.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Tabasco, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 4: Do not travel
The US government currently recommends avoiding travel to the state of Tamaulipas.
Travel to Tamaulipas should be avoided, according to the US State Department. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Tamaulipas.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Tlaxcala, including the tourist areas of Tlaxcala City.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Tlaxcala, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 2: Exercise increased caution
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Veracruz, including the tourist areas of Veracruz City and Tajin.
There are currently no areas to avoid in Veracruz, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
The US government has no restrictions on travel to the Yucatan, including Merida, Chichen Itza, Isla Holbox, Ek Balam, Valladolid, Izamal, and Uxmal.
There are currently no areas to avoid in the Yucatan, according to the US State Department.
Current status: Level 4: Do Not Travel
The US government currently advises travelers to reconsider travel due to violent crime, extortion, and gang activity.
The government recommends rethinking travel to Zacatecas. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Zacatecas.
As in all tourist destinations, travelers should be vigilant of pickpocketing and theft in Mexico, particularly in crowded areas and major cities.
While the majority of tourists experience no problems when traveling in Mexico, incidents do occur. Reduce the risk of becoming a victim of pickpocketing, theft, and robbery by following these tips:
Mexico enjoys an extremely diverse landscape and climate, which is part of the attraction for many tourists. However, natural disasters in Mexico do occur on an irregular basis. While the vast majority of travelers will completely avoid any form of disaster, it is wise to acquaint yourself with the issues.
Mexico does experience seismic activity from time to time, with tremors occurring more regularly in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero, according to the UK government. While earthquakes shouldn’t put you off visiting Mexico, make sure you acquaint yourself with the US government’s practical advice on being caught in an earthquake.
When you come to Mexico, you should also follow the Mexican Seismic Alert System on Twitter, which gives regular updates on earthquakes and drills.
Hurricane season in Mexico runs from June to November and can hit both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts. While the vast majority of tourists are completely safe, make sure to follow local safety advice. Weather updates can be found on the US National Hurricane Center website.
Tsunamis in Mexico are rare – there have only been 24 tidal waves since 1732, according to WorldData.info. However, if you’re heading to a coastal region in Mexico, it’s worth reading through the US government’s tsunami safety advice before you go.
For US citizens: www.travel.state.gov
For Canadian citizens: www.travel.gc.ca
For UK citizens: www.gov.uk
For Australian citizens: www.smartraveller.gov.au
For New Zealand citizens: www.safetravel.govt.nz
Please note: Tourists should always check and follow the safety advice of their national government before going to Mexico. While we aim to update the information on this page at the beginning of each month, it may be that the information currently displayed is not the latest information available. For that reason, always check with your national government before traveling to Mexico.
Mexico’s diverse landscapes invite exploration, from canyons and coastlines to jungles and cenotes. We take travelers only where conditions are secure and experiences are responsibly managed. Our team monitors weather, terrain, and local advisories to ensure that every adventure is not only inspiring but also safe. With Journey Mexico, nature’s beauty can be embraced without concern.
With decades of experience in-country, Journey Mexico provides clear, unbiased insights into travel safety and responsible tourism. We maintain close contact with our partners, communities, and local authorities to stay informed at every level. Our contingency and risk management plans are well established, giving travelers the assurance of trusted, professional guidance throughout their journey.
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