Can Americans drink the water in Zambia?


Can Americans drink the water in Zambia? In the major towns of Zambia, the tap water is purified and therefore safe to drink. When travelling to more remote areas, it is advisable to boil the water first or drink bottled water.


Is Zambia safe for American tourists?

Zambia is rated Level 1 for security (exercise normal precautions) and has few major security concerns. Visitors can avoid criminal activity by utilizing common sense measures provided below. Political activity, especially during national and local elections, can lead to civil unrest and low-level violence.


Is Zambia safe for white tourists?

Travel in major cities, as well as the major game parks is generally safe during daylight hours. However, serious crimes can and do occur. It is important to remain vigilant at all times and take sensible precautions.


Is it safe to drink water from a hotel?

The short answer is: yes. Hotels follow the same drinking water standards as other businesses and homes. With the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) in effect, there is a specific process to decontaminate water supplies to a level that's deemed safe to drink.