Namibia Health & Vaccinations
Everything you need to know about staying healthy during your trip to Namibia. Vaccinations, malaria prevention, healthcare, and essential health tips.
Malaria Risk
Yes - Take Precautions
Tap Water
Safe
Healthcare Quality
Good private healthcare in Windhoek. Limited facilities in rural areas. Travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is essential.
Required Vaccines
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Vaccinations
Required Vaccinations
Yellow Fever
Required only if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country
Recommended Vaccinations
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Tetanus
- Rabies (if visiting remote areas)
Consult your doctor or a travel clinic at least 4-6 weeks before your trip.
Malaria Prevention
Malaria is present in Namibia. Take preventive measures seriously.
High-Risk Areas
- • Caprivi Strip (Zambezi Region)
- • Kavango East and West
- • Northern border areas
Low-Risk Areas
- • Windhoek
- • Swakopmund
- • Southern Namibia
- • Sossusvlei
- • Fish River Canyon
Common Antimalarial Medications
Consult your doctor to choose the right medication for you. Start taking it before arrival as directed.
Prevention Tips
- •Use DEET-based insect repellent (at least 30% DEET)
- •Sleep under mosquito nets (treated nets are best)
- •Wear long sleeves and pants at dawn and dusk
- •Stay in air-conditioned or well-screened rooms
- •Take antimalarial medication as prescribed
Water & Food Safety
Tap Water
Tap water is generally safe to drink in major cities of Namibia.
Food Safety Tips
- •Eat at busy restaurants with high turnover
- •Avoid raw vegetables and salads unless you trust the source
- •Eat fruits you can peel yourself
- •Ensure meat and seafood are thoroughly cooked
- •Carry hand sanitizer and use before eating
Healthcare in Namibia
Good private healthcare in Windhoek. Limited facilities in rural areas. Travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is essential.
Healthcare Quality
Private hospitals in major cities offer good care and are recommended for tourists. Public hospitals may have long waits and limited resources.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Namibia. Healthcare costs can be expensive, and medical evacuation may be necessary for serious conditions.
Medical Coverage
Minimum $100,000 recommended
Medical Evacuation
Essential for remote safari areas
Trip Cancellation
Protects your investment
Health Essentials to Pack
Emergency Contacts
Emergency/Ambulance
211111
Police
10111
Fire
211111
Tourist Police
+264 61 209 4111