Is Kochi Safe? Crime Rates & Safety Report

Kochi is considered to be one of the major port cities of India located in the south-western part bordering the Laccadive Sea.

In recent years it has become one of the most visited Southern Indian cities for its beaches, fauna, and flora.

What is interesting to find out is that it has the second name – Cochin that most of the time confuse tourists traveling here believing that this is another city completely, but this is just the name of the colony.

Tourists come here also to see the wax museum, Jewish Synagogue and Chinese fishing nets that you will obviously enjoy them too.

Warnings & Dangers in Kochi

OVERALL RISK: LOW

Overall it can be claimed that it is a safe destination for tourists if all precautions measures will be taken into account and choose wisely your accommodation.

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM

Transport infrastructure is not so developed on the island and as a result, traveling facilities are not available everywhere and not always safe. However, it is believed that all touristic attractions are positioned within walking distance.

PICKPOCKETS RISK: LOW

Pickpockets are often met here and therefore it is advisable to keep a close look at your belongings and try not to carry all your things in a not secure way. Due to the country's economic situation and the big inequality gab, still, there are people that operate such actions throughout the city.

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM

There is natural disasters risk that can affect you, therefore it is recommended to keep a close look at the websites of public authorities and in case of emergency follow their advice.

MUGGING RISK: LOW

There is an increasing number of violent crimes in the country, therefore it is advisable to not travel by night in not so populated places especially if alone.

TERRORISM RISK: MEDIUM

Terrorist attacks in the city can not be ruled out and the only solution to this would be to follow the advice of public authorities that will make sure to decrease the negative effects that can affect you.

SCAMS RISK: LOW

There are scammers in the city but these could be easily avoided through using your common sense and trying not to be easily manipulated. If you feel some pressure on your choice from an unknown party it is advisable to report this behavior immediately and try as fast as possible to get rid of these persons.

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW

As it is believed to be a relatively safe destination in Southern India it also can be a free risk one for women travelers. However, it is advisable to dress properly especially in not so touristic areas of the city as there discrimination can take place.

So... How Safe Is Kochi Really?

Overall it is a safe destination for you as a tourist from almost all perspectives, but it is advisable to take all measures in order to preserve your safety and security.

In recent years with the development of tourism in the city the cases of robberies, thefts, and crime, in general, have increased, which means that you as a tourist should choose wisely your accommodation which will ensure that all your belongings are safe.

Due to the fact that Kochi is one of the major points of commerce in India it also enjoys a huge number of economic benefits, which makes the city to have a low level of the well-known in the entire country poverty-related crime.

But this does not mean that there are not at all any criminal cases and therefore it is advisable to take care of your belongings and yourself, to not walk alone in dark places.

Taking everything into account and following all the above-mentioned pieces of advice you will be able to safely enjoy your trip.

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Useful Information

Visas

It depends on your citizenship whether you need a visa or not, but all the required information is clearly provided by the web-site of the public authorities.

Currency

The local currency is the so-called Indian Rupee which is believed to be a heavily regulated currency and as a result, it can not be taken out of the country and only exchanged on the arrival.

Weather

The climate of Kochi is tropical, which means that there is a very short dry season, however, there is significant rainfall throughout the year.

Airports

Cochin International Airport is the international airport that operates a wide range of flights and is considered to be the busiest and largest airport in the state of Kerala.

Travel Insurance

As it is always recommended to have travel insurance while traveling, no matter the destination and Kochi is not an exception.

Kochi Weather Averages (Temperatures)

Average High/Low Temperature

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