Travel vaccinations for
Golden beaches, hill-country tea plantations, ancient cities and leopard safaris pack into one compact island - which is why Sri Lanka has become such a popular UK holiday. Food- and water-borne cover is recommended…
Short answer: Hepatitis a, typhoid, polio, diphtheria & tetanus are the vaccinations most commonly recommended for travellers to Sri Lanka. 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.
Golden beaches, hill-country tea plantations, ancient cities and leopard safaris pack into one compact island - which is why Sri Lanka has become such a popular UK holiday. Food- and water-borne cover is recommended for nearly everyone, and rabies is worth serious thought given the island's stray-dog population.
Prices are per dose. Your pharmacist confirms exactly what you need — and what you do not — at your consultation.
Worth considering - rabies is present and stray dogs are common, especially around temples and beaches. Pre-exposure vaccination simplifies treatment after a bite.
For some travellersDengue is common in Sri Lanka, particularly in the wet season - ask about vaccine eligibility (£99 per dose) and take bite avoidance seriously.
For some travellersTravelling 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 firstSri Lanka was declared malaria-free by the WHO and risk to travellers is now very low. We'll confirm the current position for your trip, but antimalarial tablets are generally not required.
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.
Hepatitis A and Typhoid for most travellers, Tetanus up to date, and rabies worth discussing for longer or rural trips.
Generally no - Sri Lanka is certified malaria-free. Dengue is the more relevant mosquito-borne risk, so we focus on bite avoidance and vaccine eligibility.
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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