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South Africa

Vaccinations South Africa

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

South Africa is a country at the southern tip of Africa. It is known for its great diversity of wildlife, breathtaking nature, and friendly people. Most of the country has a semi-arid climate. Along the coast, such as in Cape Town, there is a subtropical climate. Rain mainly falls in the summer months, with January and February being the wettest months.

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 A variety to climates
  • rainy 107 days per year
  • flight_takeoff Best time to travel is September to March

Mandatory vaccinations

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

Health risks and recommended vaccinations

MMRChikungunyaDengue feverDTPHepatitis AHepatitis BMalariaRabiesTuberculosisSchistosomiasisZika virus
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