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Cape Town, the Garden Route and Kruger's Big Five make South Africa a favourite winter-sun and safari holiday. Most of the country is malaria-free, but the Kruger National Park and surrounding lowveld carry seasonal…
Short answer: Hepatitis a, typhoid, polio, diphtheria & tetanus are the vaccinations most commonly recommended for travellers to South Africa. Your exact needs depend on where you are going and what you will be doing, which we confirm at a short consultation.
This destination has some malaria risk, so antimalarial tablets may also be recommended for part or all of your trip.
Cape Town, the Garden Route and Kruger's Big Five make South Africa a favourite winter-sun and safari holiday. Most of the country is malaria-free, but the Kruger National Park and surrounding lowveld carry seasonal risk, so your exact route decides whether tablets are needed.
Prices are per dose. Your pharmacist confirms exactly what you need — and what you do not — at your consultation.
Travelling in a few weeks or a few months? Either way, we can help. Coming in four to six weeks ahead gives the most flexibility for any multi-dose courses.
Flying sooner — even this week? Please still book. We offer rapid and accelerated courses, and most travellers can be vaccinated on the same day as their appointment. Many single-dose vaccines provide protection quickly.
Had some vaccines before? Bring your records and we will check what is still in date. Often a single booster is all that is needed, and that can be given at the same visit.
Risk assessment, vaccines and any medication — all in a single appointment at our South Yorkshire travel clinic.
Book your consultation Or call us on 01909 268 001 — we are happy to talk it through firstCape Town, Johannesburg and the Garden Route are malaria-free. Kruger National Park and north-eastern lowveld areas carry risk, highest from September to May - tablets (from £20 per course) are usually recommended for safari itineraries there.
Rehydration sachets, painkillers, plasters and any regular medication in its original packaging. Ask us about stand-by treatment for upset stomachs before you go.
High-factor sun cream, plenty of water and shade in the middle of the day prevent most common holiday health problems.
Be a little cautious with unpeeled fruit, salads and ice outside reputable venues, particularly in the first days of your trip.
Make sure your policy covers any activities you have planned, and carry details of it with you rather than leaving them at home.
A straightforward visit, usually 15–20 minutes, with no obligation to have anything you do not need.
Where you are going, what you will be doing and how long for. Bring any vaccination records you have.
Our pharmacist checks your itinerary and health history against current UK travel health guidance, and explains what is worth having.
Most vaccines are given there and then. If a rapid or accelerated course suits you better, we will plan it around your travel date.
Usually yes, particularly between September and May. We will confirm against current guidance for your travel dates and dispense tablets at the same visit.
Yes - Cape Town and the Western Cape are malaria-free. Risk only applies to specific north-eastern areas like Kruger.
Not at all, and it is one of the most common questions we are asked. Many travel vaccines work quickly, and we can usually vaccinate on the same day as your appointment. We also offer rapid and accelerated courses where a multi-dose vaccine is needed. Book in and we will do everything we can before you fly.
We are at 7-8 The Square, Kiveton Park, Sheffield, S26 5QN, easily reached from across South Yorkshire with free parking nearby. We regularly see travellers from Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster, Dinnington, Kiveton and Worksop. Call 01909 268 001 to check availability.
No. You can book directly with our pharmacist team — no GP referral is required. We carry out a full travel risk assessment based on your destination, itinerary and health history.
Same-day and rapid appointments available six days a week, including Saturday mornings.
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