Tanzania Travel Health Guide

Routine vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, flu, measles-mumps-rubella, polio, and shingles before traveling.

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers one year 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 vaccination is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60 years old. Those 60 and older may also choose to get vaccinated.

Measles

All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before departure. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.

Polio

Poliovirus has been identified in Tanzania, putting travelers at increased risk. Adults who were vaccinated as children may need a single booster dose. Unvaccinated travelers need a complete vaccination series before travel.

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccination is recommended for most travelers to Tanzania, especially if you're staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Cholera

Cholera vaccination may be considered if you're traveling to areas with active cholera transmission. Cholera is rare in travelers but transmission is widespread in Tanzania. Focus on safe food and water practices.

Monkeypox

Monkeypox vaccination is recommended if you plan to engage in certain high-risk activities like sex with new partners or at commercial venues. Get your first vaccine at least 6 weeks before traveling if possible.

Rabies

Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in Tanzania. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll be doing activities that increase animal exposure risk or if you might have difficulty accessing medical care quickly.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is generally not recommended for travel to Tanzania. However, it is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers longer than 12 hours.