But in many third world countries it's not readily available. Because of this they sell multi gas stoves that will burn automotive gas, kerosene and other less refined fuels. These fuels burn hot, but not as clean as white gas, causing odors at the campsites and also leaving residues on cook kit components. I wouldn't recommend them. Recently I purchased an alcohol burning stove from a Swedish company called Trangia .
All components nest together in a very small package that is easy to backpack.
It's totally quiet and was very easy to use. This may be another option for backpacking. Water needs to be purified to protect against Giardia, the parasite that can reek havoc on your system for months. There are several options, boiling water which consumes a lot of fuel and takes time, water purification tablets that are commonly used but can taint the taste of the water, and water filtration. I've only used filtration and it has worked for me.