Do I need to take anything against malaria in South Africa?

High risk areas: atovaquone/proguanil OR doxycycline OR mefloquine is usually advised for those visiting risk areas. Low to no risk areas: antimalarials are not usually advised. If you have been travelling in a malarious area and develop a fever seek medical attention promptly.



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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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Exercise increased caution in South Africa due to crime and civil unrest. Country Summary: Violent crime, such as armed robbery, rape, carjacking, mugging, and smash-and-grab attacks on vehicles, is common. There is a higher risk of violent crime in the central business districts of major cities after dark.

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