Can I drink the tap water?

How good is the tap water in Santiago, Chile ?


72 people said "I love the tap water here", 52 people said "The tap water is not safe to drink", 40 people said "I drink filtered tap water".

All in all, 44% of folks here drink from the tap.



How good is the tap water in all of Chile?


46 people said "I drink filtered tap water", 93 people said "I love the tap water here", 67 people said "The tap water is not safe to drink".

All in all, 45% of folks here drink from the tap.


Can you drink the tap water in Santiago then?


The tap water in Santiago, Chile is generally considered safe to drink. The city has a modern water treatment system that meets international standards. However, it is always recommended to use a water filter or boil the water before consuming it to ensure maximum safety, especially for people with sensitive stomachs or weakened immune systems.

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Drinking water - Santiago Forum - TripAdvisor   -Answer 1 of 8: Could someone please tell me if tap water should be avoided in Chile? Water-borne diseases are the last thing I want to worry about! Thanks!

Tap water in Chile - Chile Forum - TripAdvisor   -Feb 18, 2017 ... I am confused as whether tap water is safe or if I will need to buy new bottles all the time : in Chile, I will stay in Punta Arenas, Santiago, ...

Health in Chile - Lonely Planet   -The tap water in Chile's cities is generally safe but has a high mineral content ... Medical care in Santiago and other cities is generally good, but it may be difficult  ...

Drinking water - Santiago Forum - TripAdvisor   -May 26, 2014 ... Destination Expert. for Chile, Santiago. Level Contributor. 6,812 posts. 14 reviews. Save Reply. 2. Re: Drinking water. May 26, 2014, 9:43 AM.

Drinking water - Santiago Message Board - TripAdvisor   -Answer 1 of 8: Could someone please tell me if tap water should be avoided in Chile? Water-borne diseases are the last thing I want to worry about! Thanks!

Chile - Wikitravel   -water: 12,290km² ... Central Chile (Regions of Valparaíso, Santiago, O'Higgins and Maule) ...... Tap water is safe to drink, although bottled water is ubiquitous.

Safe Tap Water in South America   -Feb 26, 2018 ... The tap water is safe to drink in Chile, with the exception of San Pedro de Atacama. Be aware that the tap water has a high mineral content, ...

drinking water - Chile Message Board - TripAdvisor   -Oct 31, 2014 ... Answer 1 of 5: Is drinking water from the faucet safe throughout Chile? We'll be in Santiago, Atacama desert, Norte Chico, Lake District.

Chile Tipping   -Inside Chile: Tipping & Etiquette - Before you visit Chile, visit TripAdvisor for the latest info and advice, written for travelers by travelers.

Water supply and sanitation in Chile - Wikipedia   -Water supply and sanitation in Chile is characterized by high levels of access and good service ... See also: Ranked lists of Chilean regions § By access to drinking water, and .... Subsequently, all regional branches of SENDOS, as well as the water and sanitation companies of Santiago and Valparaiso, were privatized.

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