Beach town in Inhambane, Mozambique
Can you drink tap water in Tofo?
NoNo, drink bottled
Can you drink the tap water in Tofo?
Don't drink the tap water. Use bottled or filtered water; hostels often sell refills.
Key facts
- In Tofo: Use bottled or filtered water; hostels often sell refills.
- Across Mozambique: Drink bottled or filtered water; ice and street drinks in small towns are risky.
- Safely managed drinking water: 28% of people in Mozambique (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Tap water across Mozambique
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Tofo?
Don't drink the tap water. Use bottled or filtered water; hostels often sell refills.
Can you drink tap water in Mozambique?
Drink bottled or filtered water; ice and street drinks in small towns are risky.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Mozambique tourism
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