At a glance
What travellers should know
- Stick to sealed bottled or properly treated water in higher-risk destinations
- Ice can be a hidden source of contamination
- Brushing teeth with tap water can still pose a risk in some destinations
Practical tips
Use sealed bottled water or water you've treated yourself (boiling, filtering or purification tablets), avoid ice unless you're confident of its source, and consider using bottled water to brush your teeth in higher-risk areas.
Common questions
Water Safety Abroad FAQs
They can be a useful backup for trekking, rural travel or situations where bottled water isn't reliably available.