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Madagascar

Vaccinations Madagascar

Planning a trip to Madagascar soon? Preparing well can help make your holiday enjoyable and safe. It is important to note that visiting Madagascar 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.

Madagascar, also known as Malagasiƫ, officially the Republic of Madagascar, is an island nation located to the east of the African mainland, separated from it by the Mozambique Channel. It is the fourth largest island in the world, following Greenland, New Guinea, and Borneo. Due to its variety in climates, Madagascar is home to an extraordinary range of flora and fauna. The island features a variety of landscapes, including steppes, rainforests, and mountains.

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 Africa
  • partly_cloudy_day Tropical climate
  • rainy 158 days per year
  • flight_takeoff Best time to travel is November to February

Mandatory vaccinations

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

Health risks and recommended vaccinations

MMRChikungunyaDengue feverDTPHepatitis AHepatitis BMalariaTuberculosisRabiesSchistosomiasisZika virus
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