Low riskAfrica · Southern AfricaLesotho Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Lesotho carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date before traveling, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Lesotho age 1 and older. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated. Special arrangements may be needed for those with allergies or certain medical conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Lesotho, regardless of age.
Measles
All travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need a special early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Lesotho, especially if you're staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities and rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in Lesotho. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll be doing activities that increase animal exposure risk or might have difficulty getting prompt medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Lesotho.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
112
Medical / Ambulance
112
Fire
112
U.S. Embassy
+266-22-312-666
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.