Punta del Este

Essentials

Safety & Precautions

The preponderance of Brazilian visitors, all of whom will tell you they feel far more secure here than in Rio, is testament to Punta's reassuring level of security. Nevertheless, in any locale that sees a high concentration of tourists it pays to watch your things. Swimming is not safe at several of the beaches, especially those on the Atlantic side of the point. Never swim alone, and gauge your abilities carefully.