Saudi Arabia Travel Guide - Health

Hotel swimming pools are generally safe as they are chlorinated; however, you should avoid swimming in freshwater as Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) is found in some areas.

Avoid using the tap water for brushing your teeth or cooking. Instead, use bottled water, which is readily available in all town and cities. Dairy products carry some risk including milk, which is usually unpasteurised and should not be consumed.