Vaccinations for Namibia
Complete overview of recommended and required vaccinations, health risks and practical information for your trip.
About Namibia
Namibia offers dramatic desert landscapes and excellent wildlife. The red dunes of Sossusvlei, the Skeleton Coast and Etosha National Park are iconic. It is perfect for self-drive safaris thanks to good roads and low population density. German colonial influence is still visible.
Health risks
Yellow Fever - Conditional (g1)
Yellow fever is NOT endemic, no risk. Only required when transiting from high-risk area (any transit duration). Not endemic. Only required when entering from high-risk area.
Malaria risk
Malariarisico in noordelijke regio's (Kunene, Kavango, Caprivi). Geen risico in Windhoek en zuiden.
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Schistosomiasis in certain areas.
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
Consider for contact with animals or remote areas.
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.
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Let our specialists advise you. We create a personal vaccination program for your trip to Namibia.
Overview Namibia
- Region: Africa
- Base vaccinations: 4
- Additional: 1
- Malaria: Risk present
- Yellow fever: Conditional