Oceania
Can you drink tap water in Papua New Guinea?
NoNo, drink bottled
Can you drink the tap water in Papua New Guinea?
Don't drink the tap water. Drink bottled or boiled water; supplies can be cut or contaminated, even in Port Moresby. Avoid ice.
Tap water by place in Papua New Guinea
| Place | Verdict | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Port Moresby | No, drink bottled | Drink bottled or filtered water; the tap supply is unreliable and not recommended for visitors. |
Tap water by place
Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water
- US State Department travel advisory
- PNG Immigration and Citizenship Service Authority
- Smartraveller: Papua New Guinea
- UK FCDO travel advice: Papua New Guinea
- Speedtest Global Index: Papua New Guinea
- World Bank open data
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