Hepatitis A
⏱ 2 weeks before travel
When are you travelling?
Vaccines for South Africa
Typhoid
⏱ 2 weeks before travel
Keep up to date
MMRDTPCOVID-19
🦟 Malaria Risk
Risk level: regional
Other health risks
Malaria (Kruger National Park / Limpopo region)
Common questions about travel health in South Africa
Yes. Hepatitis A, Typhoid are recommended for most travellers.
Health overview: South Africa
Cape Town and Johannesburg are low risk. Malaria prophylaxis needed for Kruger and Limpopo safari regions.
Last reviewed: 6/26/2026 · Sources: CDC · WHO · NaTHNaC
Other destinations in Africa
Ready for South Africa?
Get your personalised checklist and find a travel clinic near you.