{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/mexico/sayulita","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:52:27.667Z","place":{"city":"Sayulita","country":"Mexico","countryCode":"MX","lat":20.8689257,"lon":-105.4407022},"safety":{"score":53,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":45,"confidence":0.87,"caps":[],"databaseScore":52,"travellerSentiment":{"score":58,"label":"Mixed to Negative","summary":"Recent news reports indicate significant safety concerns and unrest in nearby areas, leading to travel disruptions and anxiety among travelers. While Sayulita itself may not be the direct epicenter, the broader regional instability affects traveler sentiment.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":40,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":49,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller Sentiment","score":58,"tier":1},{"key":"advisories","label":"Advisories","score":72,"tier":2},{"key":"stability","label":"Stability","score":57,"tier":2},{"key":"health","label":"Health & Air","score":72,"tier":2}]},"advisories":[{"source":"UK Foreign Office (FCDO)","level":3,"label":"Advises against all-but-essential travel to parts","updated":"2026-07-23T16:13:10Z","url":"https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/mexico"},{"source":"Government of Canada","level":2,"label":"Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional 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Research"},{"key":"research_sentiment_score","label":"Visitor safety sentiment","value":40,"display":"40 / 100 (Mixed to Negative)","year":null,"score":40,"source":"City Web Research"}],"healthNotices":[{"level":"Watch","title":"Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Mexico","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/rmsf-mexico"},{"level":"Alert","title":"Global Polio","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level2/global-polio"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Dengue","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/dengue-global"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Measles","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/measles-globe"}],"hazardAlerts":[],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Caution is advised for travel to Sayulita, Mexico.","summary":"While Sayulita is a popular tourist destination, it is situated in a region with a high national homicide rate and faces concerns regarding rule of law and corruption. Recent events in nearby Puerto Vallarta have highlighted potential cartel-related unrest that could impact the broader region.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While not specifically detailed for Sayulita, the national homicide rate and general crime index suggest a moderate risk of robbery, particularly in less populated areas or at night."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Crowded tourist areas, beaches, and markets are common spots for pickpocketing and bag-snatching."},"safeAreas":[],"avoidAreas":["Areas with sewage discharge: Be aware of potential water pollution after heavy rainfall, especially near river mouths."],"scams":["Overcharging for goods and services, especially in tourist-heavy areas.","Bogus 'parking fees' or 'toll charges' demanded by unofficial individuals."],"zones":[{"name":"Playa Sayulita","level":"caution","note":"Popular beach, can be crowded and prone to petty theft; be aware of sewage concerns after heavy rains."},{"name":"Downtown Sayulita","level":"caution","note":"Vibrant area, but exercise caution at night due to potential for petty crime and increased risk after dark."},{"name":"North Sayulita","level":"caution","note":"Quieter than the main beach, but still susceptible to opportunistic theft; stay aware of surroundings."},{"name":"South Sayulita","level":"caution","note":"Similar to North Sayulita, generally calmer but requires standard precautions against petty crime."},{"name":"Roads leading to Sayulita","level":"caution","note":"While not a specific district, travel to and from Sayulita, especially at night, carries elevated risks."}]}}