Yellow fever certificate

Tanzania may require proof of yellow fever vaccination if you arrive from, or transit for more than twelve hours through, a listed endemic country. Passport-style yellow cards are inspected at immigration.

• Carry the original vaccination certificate — phone photos are sometimes refused
• Infants, pregnancy and contraindications need a doctor-signed exemption letter where applicable — never rely on rumours online
• Your airline may ask at check-in — match their requirements to Tanzania's listed rules before departure day

Routine & travel vaccines

A travel-health clinic routinely discusses hepatitis A and B, typhoid, tetanus booster, influenza and meningococcal updates depending on your medical history.

• Book vaccination appointments six to eight weeks before travel when possible — some regimes need multiple doses
• Bring an up-to-date list of allergens and prescriptions so clinicians can tailor advice safely

Malaria

Coastal areas and most safari regions carry malaria risk. Chemoprophylaxis is prescribed — not purchased over a counter on faith — alongside bite avoidance after dusk with repellent and long sleeves.

Food & water

• Drink sealed bottled water unless your lodge filtration is explicitly endorsed for drinking
• Peel fruits yourself; choose hot, freshly cooked meals in busy kitchens when eating outside reputable lodges
• Our trips usually include safe water in vehicles — refill your bottle with what staff provide

Altitude & chronic conditions

Kilimanjaro routes cross high-altitude physiology quickly. Discuss cardiovascular or respiratory diagnoses, medications and sleep-apnoea equipment with both your specialist and expedition doctor if you trek with us.

Personal medical kit

Copy prescriptions, blister plasters, rehydration sachets and your preferred pain relief — see also our safari packing list for broader bag contents.

Further reading

Pair this page with Visa to Tanzania for immigration paperwork, and Practical Information for seasons and money questions. Send health-related trip notes when you — contact us — so lodges can arrange special meals or equipment.