Africa

Can you drink tap water in Mozambique?

Capital: MaputoPortugueseUpdated October 2026

NoNo, drink bottled

Can you drink the tap water in Mozambique?

Don't drink the tap water. Drink bottled or filtered water; ice and street drinks in small towns are risky.

Place	Verdict	Notes
Maputo	No, drink bottled	Drink bottled or filtered water. Ice in big restaurants is usually fine, in cheap ones risky.
Tofo	No, drink bottled	Use bottled or filtered water; hostels often sell refills.
Vilankulo	No, drink bottled	Drink bottled or filtered water; many lodges provide refills.

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