I am looking for some advice? I am booked on the south Africa trip in October and have been looking for info regarding vaccinations. So far the doctors have said ask your holiday company. The local chemist said very low risk and said I don't need any Then web pages say possible yes and give a long list. I am a bit unsure of what to do??? What do you guys think? Many thanks Shellnortheast

There are currently no compulsory vaccinations for travel to South Africa however we do strongly recommend that you consult with your General Practitioner or Practice Nurse who will assess your particular health risks before recommending vaccines. This is also a good opportunity to discuss important travel health issues including safe food and water, accidents and insect bites. Many of the problems experienced by travellers cannot be prevented by vaccinations and other preventive measures need to be taken.

I understand this is a puzzling situation, and maybe a fellow traveller may have some advice.

Kindest Regards,

Monty

I was also recommended to take malaria tablets, I found Teso were the cheapest at the time. I was impressed that the pharmacist went through the various malaria tablets available, and talked me through general travel advice. I'm surprised your doctor hasn't been more helpful, most practises these days have a dedicated nurse for travel advice. Also, there is some useful advice on the NHS website. Hope this helps.

PS don't forget to take high strength insect repellant spray and a plug in one for your room.

Have a fantastic holiday, this tour is still my favourite out of all the ones I've done.

Best wishes,

Bob

So I would suggest you make contact with the doctors etc again.

Cindy

My surgery like others have said has a dedicated nurse, so I make appointments with here to talk things through,most jabs I have had have been free apart from yellow fever, and the malaria malerone tablets which I get of the web from travel pharmacy you do need a prescription.

So I would suggest you make contact with the doctors etc again.

Cindy

Many thanks for the hints and tips. Will sort out vaccinations over the next few weeks. Shellnortheast

I do not know if there is still an optional trip into Botswana but if there is I do not know if that requires a Yellow fever certificate for re-entry into Zambia or SA.

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-africa/entry-requirements