South Africa Travel Vaccines — What You Need in 2026
Moderate riskMalaria Risk
regional
Yellow Fever Certificate
No
Recommended Vaccines
2
Recommended Vaccines
Hepatitis A
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Typhoid
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Routine Vaccines to Keep Up to Date
MMRDTPCOVID-19
Other Health Risks
- Malaria (Kruger National Park / Limpopo region)
Travel Health Summary
Cape Town and Johannesburg are low risk. Malaria prophylaxis needed for Kruger and Limpopo safari regions.
This page is for general information only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified travel-health professional before booking vaccines or travelling.
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