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Is Dalat safe? 🇲🇾

Malaysia · Safety report last updated 13 October 2026

As of October 2026, Dalat scores 86/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes. Dalat is a very safe destination for visitors, with low crime and strong safety perceptions. The main risks for visitors are tourist-targeted scams.

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Dalat 🇲🇾

Malaysia · Assessed 13 October 2026

/ 100

Yes — very safe

Safer than ~93% of countries

District map

What drives this score

Crime88/100GoodHomicide 0.7 / 100k

Sentiment92/100GoodMostly positive

Advisories100Good

Stability75Good

Health74Good

01 · Official Guidance

Advisories

Good

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)

Level 3

Advises against all travel to parts of the country

“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against all but essential travel Eastern Sabah coastal islands FCDO advises against all but essential travel to all islands and dive sites off the coast of eastern Sabah from Sandakan to Tawau, including Lankayan Island, due to the threat of kidnapping.”

Updated 2026-10-07T11:05:53Z

Full advisory →

Government of Canada

Level 1

Exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories)

“Canada's official risk level for Malaysia: exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories).”

Updated 2026-10-09T10:10:36.7991886-04:00

Full advisory →

02 · Evidence Signals

Crime

Good

Mugging & robbery risk

Low risk

City SignalCity Web Research

Pickpocketing & theft risk

Low risk

City SignalCity Web Research

Visitor safety sentiment

90 / 100 (Mostly positive)

City SignalCity Web Research

Urban scale factor

21k residents

City SignalCity Geocoding

Homicide rate

0.7 / 100k

Country BaselineWorld Bank Open Data · 2023

Feel safe walking alone after dark

90.5%

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2021

Physical assault (past year)

No data

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Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database

Robbery / mugging

Low

Mugging and armed robbery are rare; no recent incidents reported in Dalat.

Pickpocketing

Low

Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are uncommon; remain cautious in crowded markets.

▸ 3 more indicators

Detected human-trafficking victims

0.41 / 100k

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2024

Bribery during public-official contact

13.0%

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2020

Crime seen as a major business constraint

0.3%

100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Enterprise Surveys · 2015

03 · Environment

Health & Air

Good

Air quality

US AQI 86 · Moderate

Open-Meteo Air Quality

Hospitals

20 beds / 10k · country avg

WHO Global Health Observatory

Weather

October: highs ~32°C · heavy rain / flooding

Open-Meteo

Road safety

13.9 / 100k

WHO Global Health Observatory

Natural hazards

No active alerts · low seismicity

100

Country BaselineGDACS / USGS

CDC travel health notices · none for this destination

Worldwide notices (not specific to this trip): Polio, Dengue, Measles

04 · Institutions

Stability

Good

Political stability & no terrorism

72/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Terrorism deaths (latest year)

0 recorded

100

Country BaselineGlobal Terrorism Database · 2021

Rule of law

65/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Control of corruption

59/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

▸ 3 more indicators

Government effectiveness

72/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Regulatory quality

67/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Voice & accountability

56/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

05 · Field Research

Current Situation

Stable

Traveller sentiment score

Mostly positive

92/100

Reported feel90Mostly positive

Robbery risk92Low risk

Pickpocket risk96Low risk

Visitors report feeling very safe in Dalat, especially when walking alone after dark, reflecting high confidence in personal security.

Yes. Dalat is a very safe destination for visitors, with low crime and strong safety perceptions.

Dalat benefits from Malaysia's strong national safety indicators, including a low homicide rate and high levels of perceived safety after dark. While regional advisories exist for eastern Sabah, Dalat in Sarawak faces no specific threats and maintains a very safe environment for travelers. The city's small size and community-oriented atmosphere contribute to its security.

Common scams

Overcharging in local markets
Unofficial tour guides offering inflated prices

Which areas are safe? District-by-district ratings are on the Safety Map→

Full briefing

Dalat’s revamped airport, noted in July 2026 by Travel Weekly Asia, signals improved accessibility without compromising the city’s tranquil, low-risk atmosphere. Located in Sarawak, Dalat operates far from the eastern Sabah coastal zones where the UK FCDO advises against all but essential travel due to kidnapping threats; no such advisories apply to Sarawak. The city’s safety is reinforced by national data showing a homicide rate of 0.7 per 100k and over 90% of residents feeling safe walking alone after dark.

Recent local coverage highlights community development rather than crime, including a water hyacinth project creating income in June 2026 (The Sun Malaysia) and educational improvements at SMK Semop and SMK Dalat. These indicators reflect stability and civic engagement, with no reports of violence, theft, or disorder targeting visitors. The absence of recent incident reports in the dossier supports the assessment of ongoing safety.

Travelers should still exercise standard precautions: avoid unlicensed guides, use official transport, and remain aware of belongings in busy areas like the local market. While dengue and polio notices are active globally, they do not alter Dalat’s low-risk profile for short-term visitors. With strong institutional scores and no active disaster alerts, Dalat remains a secure and welcoming stop for those exploring Sarawak’s interior.

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06 · Neighbourhoods

Safest areas and areas to avoid

6 districts

Our field research rated 6 Dalat districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Dalat safety map.

Riverside Flood-Prone ZonesavoidSubject to seasonal flooding in October; avoid low-lying riverbanks after heavy rain.

Kampung TengahcautionGenerally safe but occasional petty theft reported; avoid isolated paths after dark.

Industrial Zone near BSF FacilitycautionWork area with heavy vehicle traffic; pedestrians should stay alert, especially during shift changes.

Dalat Town CentresaferVery low crime, well-patrolled, safe to walk day and night.

Kampung Sungai NyiorsaferQuiet residential riverside area with minimal reported incidents.

Dalat Airport VicinitysaferSecure perimeter, regular police presence, no recent safety concerns.

3 safer2 caution1 avoidOpen the district map

07 · After Dark

Is Dalat safe at night?

91% of people in Malaysia say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2021).

Mugging and armed robbery are rare; no recent incidents reported in Dalat.

After dark, be most careful around Riverside Flood-Prone Zones, Kampung Tengah, Industrial Zone near BSF Facility. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.

08 · Questions

Dalat safety FAQ (2026)

Is Dalat safe right now (2026)?

Yes. Dalat is a very safe destination for visitors, with low crime and strong safety perceptions. Dalat benefits from Malaysia's strong national safety indicators, including a low homicide rate and high levels of perceived safety after dark. While regional advisories exist for eastern Sabah, Dalat in Sarawak faces no specific threats and maintains a very safe environment for travelers. The city's small size and community-oriented atmosphere contribute to its security. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)

Is Dalat safe for women, families and solo travelers?

Safety is not one number, and this Dalat report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.

Which areas of Dalat should tourists avoid?

Field research flags Riverside Flood-Prone Zones as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.

What are the most common scams in Dalat (2026)?

Overcharging in local markets
Unofficial tour guides offering inflated prices

How does Dalat compare with other places in Malaysia (2026)?

Dalat ranks #1 of 9 Malaysia destinations we've assessed, scoring 86/100. See the Malaysia safety overview for the full list.

How is this dalat safety score calculated (2026)?

The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.