Africa Travel Advisories
Compare official government travel advisories for 56 countries in Africa. Aggregated risk levels and safety index scores from multiple governments.
Is Africa Safe to Travel in 2026?
Africa is an incredibly diverse continent spanning 54 countries, each with its own security landscape. While many destinations — from Morocco to Botswana — are considered safe for tourists, others face ongoing instability. Official advisories from governments like the US, UK, Canada, and Australia highlight specific regions to avoid, often within otherwise safe countries. Comparing multiple sources gives you a much clearer picture than relying on a single government's advice.
Current consensus: of 56 countries in Africa, 5 are rated at the lowest advisory level (exercise normal precautions), 37 call for increased caution, 6 recommend reconsidering travel, and 8 carry the highest warning level.
Comparing Africa Destinations
- Filter by risk level: show only destinations matching a specific advisory level, from the lowest (exercise normal precautions) to the highest (do not travel)
- Sort your way: order countries by name, risk level, AdvisoryAtlas safety index, population, or most recent advisory change
- Traveler profiles: view destinations through the lens of solo, female, family, LGBTQ+, business, senior and other traveler types
- Compare governments: open any country to see how multiple governments rate the same destination side by side
Browse all continents or explore the interactive world risk map for a geographic overview.
Travel Advisories by Continent
Important: Travel advisories are aggregated from official government sources and updated regularly. Always consult official government websites for the most current information before making travel decisions. Conditions can change rapidly.