Capital city, French Guiana
Can you drink tap water in Cayenne?
Can you drink the tap water in Cayenne?
Tap water is safe to drink. Mains water in Cayenne meets French standards; bottle or treat water in river villages and the interior.
Key facts
- In Cayenne: Mains water in Cayenne meets French standards; bottle or treat water in river villages and the interior.
- Across French Guiana: Mains water in Cayenne, Kourou and other coastal towns meets French standards; treat or buy water in river villages.
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Cayenne?
Tap water is safe to drink. Mains water in Cayenne meets French standards; bottle or treat water in river villages and the interior.
Can you drink tap water in French Guiana?
Mains water in Cayenne, Kourou and other coastal towns meets French standards; treat or buy water in river villages.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne
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