Travel vaccines
Travel vaccines for South America
Essential vaccinations for South American adventures.
Latest vaccine information
| Vaccines | Required? | High Risk Areas | Key details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Yellow Fever | Yes (Amazon Basin) | Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Venezuela | Required for entry to some countries. Certificate valid for life after 2016. | Details |
Hepatitis A | Recommended | Throughout continent | High risk from street food/contaminated water. | Details |
Typhoid | Recommended | Andes region, Amazon | Recommended for most travelers outside urban resorts. | Details |
Malaria Prophylaxis | Recommended (Amazon) | Amazon Basin, lowland Bolivia/Colombia/Ecuador | Chloroquine-resistant strains prevalent. Mosquito prevention essential. | Details |
Based on WHO and CDC guidelines. For reference only. Please confirm with the clinic at the time of booking.
Last updated: May 2025.
Travel health tips for South America
- Yellow Fever vaccine required for many regions - check specific countries.
- Altitude sickness prevention for Andean destinations.
- Food/water precautions essential in most areas.
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