Is Cancun tap water clean?

The short answer is no. Tap water in Cancun is not recommended for drinking, even for locals. But don't worry. With a bit of preparation and know-how, you'll have no problem staying properly hydrated during your stay.



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No — Mexico Locals drink bottled water. To make Mexico water safe to drink, you'd have to boil it or use a filterable water bottle like the Water-To-Go. Many locals buy a garrafón (five gallon water jug), and keep those in their homes for use.

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To the OP, in all seriousness, the water in Cancun is fine for bathing/showering; I wouldn't recommend you drink it though. It's not that the water is inherently unsafe it's that it almost certainly has minerals dissolved in it that your body isn't used to and may cause intestinal upset.

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Avoid fresh salsas, condiments, and other sauces made from raw fruits or vegetables. Avoid eating raw meat or seafood, including items “cooked” with citrus juice, vinegar, or other acidic liquid (such as ceviche).

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As a precaution you should not drink tap water in Mexico even if it's purified at the source. Most resorts and hotels provide bottled water or large jugs of purified water for you to refill your bottle.

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Conclusion – Brushing Your Teeth In Cancun One of the reasons tap water in Cancun, Mexico, is not safe to drink or use as a toothbrush is because of the bacteria that often find their way into the city's water. The most dangerous bacteria found in the water is E. coli , which is known to cause diarrhea and vomiting.

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Mexico State (Estado de Mexico) – Exercise Increased Caution Exercise increased caution due to crime. Both violent and non-violent crime occur throughout Mexico State. Use additional caution in areas outside of the frequented tourist areas, although petty crime occurs frequently in tourist areas as well.

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Fresh fruit with a thick skin you can peel yourself (such as bananas, oranges and mangos) is generally a safe bet at an all-inclusive. If you're concerned about water quality, you can always give fruit an extra wash with filtered or bottled water.

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Tips for Avoiding Food Poisoning in Mexico
  1. Avoid Tap Water. You know the old adage “don't drink the water?” Well don't. ...
  2. Be Wary of Salsa. Eating on the street can be totally safe or laden with parasites. ...
  3. Be Mindful of Fruit and Veggies. ...
  4. Be Smart When It Comes to Seafood.


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Right now the State Department website warns that ” Violent crime – such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery – is widespread and common in Mexico.” However, when you read further it states, “Exercise Normal Precautions When Traveling To the Yucatan State.

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