Do I need malaria pills for Cape Town?

Cape Town is not a malaria area. You don't need to worry about malaria tablets unless you are travelling from Cape Town to high-risk parts of the country. There is also a standard list of vaccinations that many countries recommend before travelling abroad that includes rabies, typhoid, and tetanus.



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Regardless of the time of year, visitors on a Kruger safari holiday should take anti-malaria tablets and take the same precautions to prevent being bitten.

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What can travelers do to prevent malaria?
  1. Use an EPA-registered insect repellent.
  2. Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.
  3. Treat clothing and gear with permethrin.
  4. Keep mosquitoes out of your hotel room or lodging.
  5. Sleep under a mosquito net.


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