Capital city in Tuamasaga, Samoa
Can you drink tap water in Apia?
NoNo, drink bottled
Can you drink the tap water in Apia?
Don't drink the tap water. Do not drink the tap water; buy bottled water or use treated water from your accommodation.
Key facts
- In Apia: Do not drink the tap water; buy bottled water or use treated water from your accommodation.
- Across Samoa: Drink boiled or bottled water and avoid ice outside resorts.
- Safely managed drinking water: 63% of people in Samoa (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Apia?
Don't drink the tap water. Do not drink the tap water; buy bottled water or use treated water from your accommodation.
Can you drink tap water in Samoa?
Drink boiled or bottled water and avoid ice outside resorts.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Samoa Tourism Authority
- Samoa Airport Authority
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