Is Maracaibo Tap Water Safe To Drink?

The estimated price of bottled water

$1.25 in USD (1.5-liter)

Can You Drink Tap Water in Maracaibo?

No, tap water is not drinkable.

There was no general information available in WHO data about safely managed drinking water in Maracaibo . You may check the rate of travelers and residents of Venezuela water quality.

Maracaibo, Venezuela is located on the Caribbean coast of Venezuela. It is a small fishing community that is considered to be the cheapest in the region for fish and seafood. It has the world''s lowest cost for tap water consumption and tap water safety is of extreme concern to residents and business owners. Recently, a group of tourists visiting from the United States took issue with this issue. They were traveling to Venezuela on a cruise ship. During their trip they noticed how dirty the water at the marina was.

The Caribbean Sea is filled with many different contaminants that make up human waste, chemicals, bacteria and other pollutants. This trash adds to the contamination and makes it even harder to keep the water clean. But because this is the case in the waters surrounding Venezuela, they are forced to drink contaminated water. Not only does this create health risks for tourists but also for locals living nearby.

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What Do People In Venezuela Think About The Tap Water?

Travelers and residents of Venezuela have rated the water quality and pollution as follows, according to subjective survey data. A score of 100% is considered very high, and a score of 0% is very low. Please be cautious that "moderate to very high" water pollution is bad and the higher the rate of water quality the better.

Tap water ratings

Drinking Water Pollution and Inaccessibility 65% High
Water Pollution 95% Very High
Drinking Water Quality and Accessibility 35% Low
Water Quality 5% Very Low

Reminder

Always take extra precautions, the water may be safe to drink when it leaves the sewage treatment plant but it may pick up pollutants during its way to your tap. We advise that you ask locals or hotel staff about the water quality. Also, note that different cities have different water mineral contents.