For guests traveling to South Africa, here are some recommendations to ensure your health and safety during your trip:

Routine Vaccines:

Ensure you are up to date with routine vaccinations such as MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis), and influenza.

Recommended Vaccines:

Hepatitis A: The CDC recommends this vaccine for travelers to South Africa, as you may be exposed to contaminated food or water. You can get the vaccine within 2-4 weeks of leaving for your trip, for short term protection while there. A second vaccine can be given 6 mo later for a longer lasting protection if needed.

The risk is low, but if you don't get the vaccine, just be sure not to eat or drink street food. Use bottled water.

Typhoid: Consider this vaccine if you plan to eat or drink outside of major hotels and restaurants.

Other Vaccines (as needed):

Hepatitis B: Recommended if you might have medical procedures, or plan close contact with local residents.

Yellow Fever: Not required unless you’re traveling from a yellow fever-endemic country.

Rabies: Recommended only for travelers spending extended time outdoors or around animals in remote areas.

COVID-19:

Ensure your COVID-19 vaccinations are up to date. Some airlines and countries may still have specific requirements.

Malaria:

Malaria is not a concern in major cities like Johannesburg, Cape Town, or the wedding region but is a consideration for those visiting Kruger National Park or other high-risk areas. If you plan to travel to these regions, speak to your doctor about prophylaxis.

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