Panama is located in Central America and has a tropical, humid climate with an average temperature of approximately 23 degrees Celsius. In Panama, you will find countless animal and plant species as well as native Indian tribes, ancient cities, an ultra-modern capital city and the world-famous Panama Canal. Regardless of what you plan to do, you should protect yourself well against (tropical) diseases and mosquitoes. Both dengue and malaria occur Panama. Our experienced KLM Health Services nurses are happy to tell you which vaccinations you require for your trip to Panama and gladly provide information on any additional precautions you can take. Click here to make an appointment with one of our nurses.
Panama vaccinations: an overview of health risks
In Panama, you run the risk of catching (tropical) diseases to which you are likely not resistant. Vaccines can guard you against these. Please view our list of the most common diseases and health risks in Panama and read which specific vaccinations you require.