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French Polynesia

Vaccinations French Polynesia

Planning a trip to French Polynesia soon? Preparing well can help make your holiday enjoyable and safe. It is important to note that visiting French Polynesia carries certain health risks, so vaccinations are recommended and may even be mandatory. The vaccinations you will need depend on factors such as the regions you will be visiting and the length of your stay. Simply make an appointment with us to get personalised travel advice.

French Polynesia is a French overseas community located in the Pacific Ocean. The capital city is Papeete, which is situated on the island of Tahiti. Geographically and culturally, French Polynesia is part of Polynesia, which consists of 118 islands, 67 of which are inhabited. These islands are located to the northeast of New Zealand. The islands have a tropical climate with humid air and a variety of weather conditions. The least amount of rainfall occurs between May and October, making this the most attractive time to visit.

For personalised travel advice and vaccinations, come see our travel nurses at KLM Health Services. They are ready to assist you. Keep an eye on the current safety situation at your destination and read our travel tips.

  • globe Oceania
  • partly_cloudy_day Tropical climate
  • rainy 258 days per year
  • flight_takeoff Best time to travel is May to October

Mandatory vaccinations

Yellow fever (when traveling from a high-risk area)

Health risks and recommended vaccinations

ChikungunyaDengue feverDTPTyphoid feverHepatitis AHepatitis BZika virus
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