Capital city in Shefa, Vanuatu
Can you drink tap water in Port Vila?
Can you drink the tap water in Port Vila?
Tap water is treated, but filter or boil it. Port Vila's water is treated, but many visitors prefer bottled or filtered water, especially after storms or earthquake damage.
Key facts
- In Port Vila: Port Vila's water is treated, but many visitors prefer bottled or filtered water, especially after storms or earthquake damage.
- Across Vanuatu: Tap water in Port Vila and Luganville is generally safe except after cyclones or ashfall; elsewhere drink boiled or bottled water.
- Safely managed drinking water: 19% of people in Vanuatu (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Port Vila?
Tap water is treated, but filter or boil it. Port Vila's water is treated, but many visitors prefer bottled or filtered water, especially after storms or earthquake damage.
Can you drink tap water in Vanuatu?
Tap water in Port Vila and Luganville is generally safe except after cyclones or ashfall; elsewhere drink boiled or bottled water.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Vanuatu Tourism Office
- Airports Vanuatu Limited
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