Travel Vaccines for Colombia
Colombia requires yellow fever vaccination for many regions and hepatitis A/typhoid for all travellers. Malaria risk is limited to specific rural zones.
Recommended vaccines for Colombia
- Yellow Fever
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Rabies
Malaria risk & prevention
Malaria risk in rural areas below 1,600 m (Pacific coast, Amazon). No risk in Bogotá, Medellín, or Cartagena city centres.
Key health considerations
- 1Dengue and Zika are present year-round.
- 2Yellow fever is recommended for most of the country except Bogotá (high altitude).
- 3Altitude consideration in Bogotá (2,600 m) — usually mild.
Travel-health tips
- Carry your yellow fever certificate.
- Use strong mosquito repellent.
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Do I need yellow fever for Cartagena?
Yellow fever is recommended for Cartagena and most of Colombia except high-altitude Bogotá. It is not a legal requirement for entry from Canada but is strongly advised.
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This information is for educational purposes and reflects common recommendations for healthy adult Canadian travellers. Individual recommendations depend on your health history, itinerary, and current advisories from the Public Health Agency of Canada and WHO. A consultation with our physician is required before any prescription is issued.