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As of July 2026, Mo’orea scores 87/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes — Mo'orea is a very safe destination for travelers. Street crime against visitors is limited; take normal precautions.
Safety Report
IsMyTripSafe.com
France · Assessed 29 July 2026
87
/ 100
Safer than ~94% of countries
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
“Wildfires in south-west France Wildfires are affecting parts of Gironde and Landes in the south-west of France. French authorities have evacuated campsites, tourist accommodation and some residential areas.”
Updated 2026-07-26T10:36:19Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for France: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-07-29T14:31:46.2003107-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
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Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
LowRobbery is rare, with no specific concerns for visitors.
Pickpocketing
LowPickpocketing and bag-snatching are uncommon, but vigilance is always recommended in any tourist area.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Very Positive
90/100
Travelers generally report feeling very safe and welcome in Mo'orea, appreciating the relaxed atmosphere and low crime.
Yes — Mo'orea is a very safe destination for travelers.
Mo'orea boasts very low crime rates and a high sense of personal security, making it an excellent choice for visitors. While general caution is advised, as with any travel, the island presents minimal risks.
Recent developments
Full briefing
Mo'orea is a very safe destination for travelers, with a low incidence of crime and a high degree of personal security reported by visitors. The island's composite safety index is high, reflecting strong governance, low homicide rates, and a general sense of safety, even when walking alone after dark.
While official advisories for France, including French Polynesia, suggest exercising a high degree of caution, this is often due to broader national concerns or general travel advice rather than specific threats on Mo'orea itself. The live web research dossier shows no recent incidents of crime or civil unrest directly impacting tourists on Mo'orea. The primary concerns for visitors are more related to natural elements, such as strong ocean currents, and respecting local access to beaches.
Travelers should be aware of potential undertows and currents when engaging in water activities. While petty crime like pickpocketing is rare, it's always prudent to maintain awareness of your belongings in any tourist location. The island's infrastructure, including healthcare access, is robust, and environmental hazards are minimal, with no active disaster alerts. The CDC's travel health notices for global polio, dengue, and measles are general advisories applicable to many destinations and do not indicate a specific heightened risk on Mo'orea.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 7 Mo’orea districts for visitors: 5 safer, 2 needing caution. See them plotted on the Mo’orea safety map.
HaapiticautionMore remote, exercise caution, especially after dark.
TiaiacautionLess developed areas may require extra vigilance.
MaharepasaferGenerally safe with resorts and amenities.
Cook's BaysaferPopular tourist area, well-maintained.
Opunohu BaysaferScenic and safe, with historical sites.
AfareaitusaferResidential area, generally peaceful.
PaopaosaferLarger village, safe for visitors.
07 · After Dark
78% of people in France say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2024).
Robbery is rare, with no specific concerns for visitors.
After dark, be most careful around Haapiti, Tiaia. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Trip Profiles
Who's travelling changes which risks matter. These re-weight Mo’orea's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.
09 · Questions
Yes — Mo'orea is a very safe destination for travelers. Mo'orea boasts very low crime rates and a high sense of personal security, making it an excellent choice for visitors. While general caution is advised, as with any travel, the island presents minimal risks. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
No widespread visitor-targeted scams were identified in the latest research.
Mo’orea ranks #1 of 9 France destinations we've assessed, scoring 87/100. See the France safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 10+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.
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