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Do I need malaria tablets for Indonesia?

Low risk with additional advice: antimalarial tablets are not usually recommended, however, they can be considered for certain travellers who may be at higher risk e.g. longer stay in rural areas, visiting friends or relatives, those with medical conditions, immunosuppression or those without a spleen.



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How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  1. Make sure all meat and seafood is thoroughly cooked (not raw or rare)
  2. Avoid the following foods while travelling: Sushi. Unpasteurised dairy products milk/cheese/ice cream. ...
  3. Water: Don't drink tap water. Don't use tap water to brush your teeth. ...
  4. Hygiene: Wash your hands after using the toilet.


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CAUSES OF BALI BELLY Contaminated food and water are the biggest culprits for carriers, and keep in mind it is not necessarily the last meal you ate: symptoms can appear as soon as one hour after ingestion, and up to 48 hours later (and even weeks later in some cases)1,3.

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Warning signs of severe dengue
  • Belly pain, tenderness.
  • Vomiting (at least 3 times in 24 hours)
  • Bleeding from the nose or gums.
  • Vomiting blood, or blood in the stool.
  • Feeling tired, restless, or irritable.


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