Travellers entering South Africa and other countries in Africa may be required to have specific vaccinations.​ Yellow fever and Ebola are not risk factors in Southern Africa. Please contact your travel medical doctor in your own country. 

The following African countries require a yellow fever vaccination certificate for travellers older than 9 months (Source: Africa CDC):  

• Benin 

• Burkina Faso 

• Burundi 

• Cameroon 

• Central African Republic 

• Congo 

• Côte d’Ivoire 

• Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) 

• Gabon 

• Guinea-Bissau 

• Kenya 

• Liberia 

• Rwanda 

• Sierra Leone 

• Niger 

• Togo 

Countries that require vaccination for travellers from countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission or transit for 12 hours in those countries: 

• Algeria 

• Botswana 

• Cabo Verde 

• Chad 

• Djibouti 

• Egypt 

• Ethiopia 

• Gambia 

• Ghana 

• Guinea 

• Lesotho 

• Libya 

• Equatorial Guinea 

• Eritrea 

• Madagascar 

• Malawi 

• Mauritania 

• Mauritius 

• Mozambique 

• Namibia 

• Nigeria 

• Papua New Guinea 

• Seychelles 

• Somalia 

• South Africa 

• Sudan 

• Swaziland 

• Tunisia 

• Uganda 

• United Republic of Tanzania 

• Zambia 

• Zimbabwe 

Some regions of South Africa fall under intermediate to low-risk malarial areas. The north-east, including the Kruger National Park, is considered intermediate risk, with anti-malarial drugs recommended from October to May.  

The far northern KwaZulu-Natal Province is now considered very low risk, with only non-drug preventative measures required. The highest risk period is summer (October to May) while the lower risk period is late winter (June to September).  

The Drakensberg, Highveld (interior plateau), southern Zululand and KZN Midlands are malaria-free.  

Mozambique, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Zambia, the northern parts of Botswana and the Caprivi Strip in Namibia are still considered malaria areas. Please consult your doctor for the necessary prophylaxis before you visit.  

On tour, we recommend the following: 

• Insect repellent – it is often supplied at select lodges and can also be purchased at some of the camps’ shops or in the towns en route.
   

• Long-sleeved shirts and long pants, socks and shoes when outdoors at night.
   

• Take the malaria tablets recommended for the region you are travelling to and keep taking them until the course is complete. If you suffer from side effects, try taking your pills at night after dinner, as this usually minimises the side effects.
   

• If you come down with flu-like symptoms within four to six weeks after your visit, seek your doctor’s advice immediately.​ 

The following websites offer excellent information and advice on malaria prophylaxis, malaria in general and required inoculations: www.travelclinic.co.za and www.malaria.org.za 

Medical Insurance 

We highly recommend that you take out medical insurance before coming on tour with us. It’s crucial when travelling for several reasons: 

• You’ll have financial protection should unexpected medical expenses arise, which can be significantly higher in foreign countries. 

• Emergency medical evacuation is often covered, which can be very costly if needed. 

• Many countries require proof of medical insurance for entry, while some hospitals may even refuse to treat you without it. 

• Medical insurance offers you peace of mind so you can focus on enjoying your tour. 

Medical Declaration   

All our clients must complete a short indemnity and medical declaration form before to arrival/check-in/boarding/entering/pick-up, as appropriate, to ensure it’s up to date. We may also ask you questions on booking/reservation, suggest that high-risk individuals postpone their trip, and reserve the right to decline the reservation based on medical concerns. 

Personal Medical Kits 

Kindly make sure to pack your medication in your luggage before leaving home. Basic medication can be bought en route in all areas, and at some of the camps in the parks. Please let your tour leader/guide know if you need anything. Before the safari departs, inform your tour leader/guide of any medical conditions.