Safari lodges and quality hotels provide safe drinking water, typically bottled water in rooms and purified water in dining areas. Many lodges offer refillable water bottles to reduce plastic waste.
When traveling between destinations, carry sufficient bottled water. Avoid ice in drinks unless you're certain it's made from purified water. Sealed beverages from recognized brands are safe.
Waterborne diseases including cholera, typhoid, and various parasites occur in Uganda. In addition to drinking water precautions, avoid swallowing water while showering and be cautious with fresh produce unless it's been washed in purified water or can be peeled.
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