Vaccinations for Gambia
Complete overview of recommended and required vaccinations, health risks and practical information for your trip.
About Gambia
The Gambia is a small but charming West African country along the Gambia River. It is popular with Europeans thanks to the short flight time and winter sun. The country offers birdwatching, river excursions and relaxed beaches. Local people are hospitable and English is widely spoken.
Health risks
Yellow Fever - Required (GV)
Yellow fever is endemic. Vaccination is required upon entry and recommended due to risk. Endemisch (hoog risico). Gele koorts vaccinatie verplicht bij binnenkomst.
Malaria risk
Malaria risk throughout the country.
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Schistosomiasis risk.
Base vaccinations
Basic vaccination against three serious infectious diseases.
Protects against liver inflammation via contaminated food or water.
Protects against liver inflammation via blood or sexual contact.
Especially important when visiting family or for extended stays.
Additional vaccinations
Recommended for extended stays or adventurous travel.
Strongly recommended due to presence of rabies.
Vaccination available for risk areas with dengue.
Recommended for crowded conditions.
When to start vaccinating?
Plan your vaccinations ideally 6-8 weeks before departure. Some vaccinations require multiple doses for full protection. For yellow fever, you must be vaccinated at least 10 days before arrival.
Last minute trip? We can often help within the same week. Contact us.
Practical travel information for Gambia
Best time to travel
November to May is dry and pleasant - the classic winter-sun window.
Malaria
The Gambia has year-round malaria risk. Antimalarial tablets are advised for nearly all trips, including beach holidays.
Our advice in short
- Hepatitis A, DTP and yellow fever are the core vaccinations.
- Typhoid and hepatitis B for longer stays or family visits.
- Rabies is relevant with dog and monkey contact; consider vaccination for longer stays.
- Book your consultation in good time: antimalarials usually start before departure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I really need antimalarials for the Gambia?
Yes - for almost all trips to the Gambia we advise malaria prophylaxis in line with the Dutch LCR guidelines, including stays at coastal resorts.
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Overview Gambia
- Region: Africa
- Base vaccinations: 4
- Additional: 4
- Malaria: Risk present
- Yellow fever: Required