Complete information about vaccines and health for your trip to Tanzania
This information is for guidance only. It's essential to visit an International Vaccination Center or your doctor at least 4-6 weeks before traveling for personalized advice.
Each traveler has different needs based on their medical history, age and type of trip they will take.
Here we explain which vaccines are mandatory, which are recommended and other important health information
When is it mandatory? Only if you travel from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission or have transited through one of these countries.
From Europe/US: Not mandatory if traveling directly from Europe, US or other low-risk countries.
Recommendation: Although not mandatory, many travelers get it as a precaution, especially if planning to visit rural areas or national parks.
📋 International Certificate: If you get vaccinated, you'll receive an international certificate that you must carry with you. It's valid for life.
These vaccines are not mandatory but are highly recommended to protect your health during the trip:
Protection against diseases transmitted by food and water
Update every 10 years
Especially if visiting rural areas
If doing safaris or being in contact with animals
Recommended in dry season
Yes, Tanzania is a malaria risk area, especially in areas below 1,800 meters altitude. This includes most national parks and Zanzibar.
Good news: With proper precautions, the risk is significantly reduced.
There are several medications to prevent malaria. Your doctor will recommend the most suitable:
If during or after the trip you experience fever, chills, headache, nausea or fatigue, seek medical attention immediately and mention you've been in a malaria area.
Malaria can appear up to several months after the trip.
Visit the International Vaccination Center. Some vaccines require multiple doses with weeks of separation.
Yellow fever, Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid fever. Some can be given on the same day.
If any vaccine requires a second dose (like rabies), this is the time.
Start antimalarial medication according to your doctor's instructions (some start days before, others weeks before).
You can go to International Vaccination Centers or travel medicine clinics. You need to make an appointment in advance. Some private health centers also offer these services.
Price varies by vaccine. Yellow fever costs around $50-100, Hepatitis A around $100-150 per dose, and other vaccines vary similarly. Some health insurance plans may cover part of the cost.
Yes, the same recommendations apply to Zanzibar. In addition, due to its island nature, certain precautions about food and water are even more important.
