Do I need malaria tablets for Seychelles?

Sleeping with mosquito nets is also recommended. Malaria prophylaxis will be required for some parts of The Seychelles at certain times of year. There is no malaria vaccine, but there are anti-malaria drugs that should be taken before, during and after travelling to certain at-risk countries.



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Recommended vaccinations
  • Chikungunya. In this country Chikungunya is prevalent.
  • Dengue. In this country dengue fever is prevalent.
  • DTP. Vaccination against DTP is recommended for all travelers to this country.
  • Hepatitis A. ...
  • Hepatitis B. ...
  • Zika virus.


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Insect-borne diseases Outbreaks of dengue and chikungunya occur in the Seychelles. To protect yourself from insect-borne disease: make sure your accommodation is insect-proof. use insect repellent.

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The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Seychelles: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza. Shot lasts 2 years.

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Don't walk alone in the area and be extremely vigilant at all times. Theft is common on beaches. Avoid deserted beaches and solo trips to the beach, other than at major hotels. A beach security unit composed of police men and women patrols the main public beaches.

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Although yellow fever does not occur in Seychelles, an official yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required depending on your itinerary.

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The best time to visit the Seychelles is between April and May, or October and November, as these are the calmer periods between the two trade winds which hit the island each year. The northwest trade wind blows from November to March and the southeast wind from May to September.

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Visas: Seychelles is a visa-free country, however, a visitor's permit will be obtained upon arrival if you meet certain criteria and can show: a valid return or onward ticket for duration of the visit; confirmed accommodation, OR invitation letter, if staying with friends or relatives; and.

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While both Mauritius and Seychelles are safe places in comparison to most places in the world since Seychelles receives a lower number of tourists and has a smaller population their crime rate is slightly lower than that of Mauritius. However, the beaches of Mauritius are considered safer for children and in general.

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About 2,000 cases of malaria are diagnosed in the United States annually, mostly in returned travelers. Travelers to sub-Saharan Africa have the greatest risk of both getting malaria and dying from their infection. However, all travelers to countries where malaria is present may be at risk for infection.

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As most of your days will be spent on the beach, you're advised to pack hats, sunglasses and sunscreen, along with plenty of casual beach wear – swimming costumes, sandals, sarongs, shorts, t-shirts and summer dresses.

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As pleasurable as swimming is, it is advisable to exercise caution and pay attention to currents, depres- sions in the sea floor and the size of the waves as they can, on occasion, be boisterous and be accompanied by strong rip currents. So be on the alert and stay safe whilst swimming at any beach on the islands.

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Tap water meets W.H.O. (World Health Organization) specifications and is safe to drink nationwide. Because tap water is chlorinated, however, visitors are advised to drink bottled water but there is no imperative to avoid soft drinks, alcoholic drinks and ice.

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Crime. Most visits to Seychelles are trouble free. However, there have been instances of break-ins, robberies, burglaries and opportunist thefts against residents, expatriates and tourists. Crime is generally non-violent, but bags have been snatched, cars broken into and tourists robbed while walking at night.

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There is no case of Zika virus reported in Seychelles. However you have to take precautions in order not to be bitten by mosquitoes so an insect repelent with 50% deet is a must.

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