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Please note: Due to increased travel demand, appointments are limited.

Schedule your appointment as soon as possible to ensure travel protection.

Rivers and amazing towns are a huge draw for Mali. Passport Health will help you travel healthy with vaccines and advice.

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Travel Vaccines and Advice for Mali

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Mali is comprised of arid desert landscapes, bustling cities and isolated rural communities tucked away in rocky desert hills.

Mali is home to some of Africa’s most noteworthy landmarks, including the mosque of Djenne. The structure is made almost entirely of mud, appearing almost sandcastle-like. It has been praised by some architects as one of the greatest creations of its time.

Unfortunately, this country of marvels, was invaded by Islamist fighters in 2012. The Islamist’s seized a handful of towns, some of which were later recaptured by the French.

Then, in 2015, Islamists attacked a hotel in Mali’s capital, Bamako. Since the attack, Mali has seen ongoing acts of terrorism and medium to extreme criminal violence.

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Mali. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Mali: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:

  • COVID-19 –
    Airborne –
    Recommended for all travellers
  • Hepatitis A –
    Food & Water –
    Recommended for most travellers
  • Hepatitis B –
    Blood & Body Fluids –
    Accelerated schedule available
  • Typhoid –
    Food & Water –
    Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
  • Cholera –
    Food & Water –
    A risk in some regions. Especially recommended for those visiting rural areas.
  • Yellow Fever –
    Mosquito –
    Required for all travellers over 1 year of age.
  • Rabies –
    Saliva of Infected Animals –
    High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.
  • Meningitis –
    Airborne & Direct Contact –
    Located in the meningitis belt, vaccination is recommended during the dry season (Dec. – June)
  • Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
    Various Vectors –
    Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
  • TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
    Wounds & Airborne –
    Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
  • Chickenpox –
    Direct Contact & Airborne –
    Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
  • Shingles –
    Direct Contact –
    Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
  • Pneumonia –
    Airborne –
    Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
  • Influenza –
    Airborne –
    Vaccine components change annually.
  • Polio –
    Food & Water –
    Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

See the tables below for more information:

Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Mali

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
COVID-19 Airborne Recommended for all travellers
Hepatitis A Food & Water Recommended for most travellers
Hepatitis B Blood & Body Fluids Accelerated schedule available
Typhoid Food & Water Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
Cholera Food & Water A risk in some regions. Especially recommended for those visiting rural areas.
Yellow Fever Mosquito Required for all travellers over 1 year of age.
Rabies Saliva of Infected Animals High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.
Meningitis Airborne & Direct Contact Located in the meningitis belt, vaccination is recommended during the dry season (Dec. – June)

Routine Vaccinations for Mali

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) Various Vectors Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) Wounds & Airborne Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
Chickenpox Direct Contact & Airborne Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
Shingles Direct Contact Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
Pneumonia Airborne Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
Influenza Airborne Vaccine components change annually.
Polio Food & Water Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

Sources: PHAC, WHO and ISTM

Mali does have a few other health concerns including:

  • Malaria – medicine for Malaria must be taken before, during and after your trip, it is contracted primarily through mosquitoes
  • Meningitis (meningococcal disease) – vaccine recommended if travellers plan on staying within the meningitis belt during the dry season from December to June. During this time the disease is most common
  • Rabies – is contracted through animals such as dogs and bats. A vaccine is recommended if travellers plan on coming into contact with animals, staying in a rural area or will be in Mali for an extended period of time

See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.

Travellers’ to Mali must have a visa for entry. This visa must be obtained before arrival to Mali.

Mali Entry Requirements

Do I Need A… For My Trip to Mali?
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Sources: Embassy of Mali and Canadian Travel and Tourism

To avoid any issues entering or leaving the country, passports should be valid for three months after exit.

Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for entry to Mali.

Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.

Mali boasts one of the hottest climates in the world. With its central location in Africa, almost the entire country experiences long, scorching summers. The cooler season occurs from October to February, and rainfall will be more prevalent in June and July.

  • Bamako – Located in the Southwest center of Mali this city is a hot and tropical. The average year-round temperature of almost 29 degrees. The city has can experience as little as 35 days of rain a year.
  • Taoudenni – This city is the most northern town in Mali. Even in the dead of summer in July, temperatures can exceed 43 degrees and reach 24 degrees in the winter.
  • Mopti – Lying in the heart of Mali at the Southern boundary of one of the hottest regions known as the Sahel region. In the summer, temperatures peak above 40.5.

The Canadian Government warns against all travel to Mali, either for business or pleasure.

Due to recent intermittent terrorist activity throughout the country, it is unsafe for travel. If you must travel to Mali, plan all travel once landing ahead of time with a trusted source and stay in populated cities. Don’t travel alone during the day or night if it can be helped.

According to the Canadian Government, the potential for attacks is high throughout the entire country and reminds. Travellers should stay vigilant and aware of their surroundings, and exercise caution.

Violent extremist groups target foreign travellers so it is highly recommended to avoid all travel in Mali. But, if it is necessary, to exercise extreme caution.

Most dishes in Mali as well as the majority of Africa are cereal-based with rice, millet, sorghum or fonio. Most meals are accompanied by a protein, most commonly fish or poultry.

The country’s warm climate means a short shelf-life for most food items. In more impoverished areas, kitchens may be sanitarily lacking. It is best to consume foods that are less likely to spoil in the heat or be exposed to unsanitary water such as rice, millet and some fruits and vegetables.

The Bandiagara Cliffs are located outside the city of Mopti. The cliffs are located a short, scenic hike through Dogon Country. Groups of houses and old ruins have been etched into the sides of the mountain face. Many have raved about the beauty and impressive level of architectural skills that have gone into creating the cliffs.

Besides clothing items that shield from the heat and occasional rain storms, there are other items that are recommended for a trip to Mali:

  • Lightweight waterproof jacket to protect from the rain while keeping cool
  • Comfortable waterproof sandals
  • Hats for extra protection from the sun as there is little shade in most regions
  • Bug spray to reduce the risk of getting mosquito bites
  • Water purification tablets in case of emergency
  • A travel bed net for night time
  • Over-the-counter diarrhea medicine such as Loperamide

Travelers to Mali may contact the Canadian embassy in the region for any consular needs.

Embassy of Canada to Mali
Immeuble Séméga, Route de Koulikoro
Commune II
Bamako, Mali
Telephone: +223 44 98 04 50

Stay safe abroad with Passport Health. Call or book online now and start travelling safely today!

Customer Reviews

Passport Health – Travel Vaccines for Mali

Overall rating: 5 stars – 2 reviews
★★★★★
“Great Service!“
“In preparation for a 5 week trip to Mali, the folks at Passport were very helpful with scheduling due to my varied schedule at work and last minute changes, They were very thorough in explaining what vaccinations i needed and what I could go with out. They took the time to answer all my questions with regards to after-effects and such. Will definitely be going back for all my future travels!”

Submitted by: David
★★★★★
“Very Helpful“
“The nurse was very thorough and extremely knowledgeable with the shots and medication required for Mali.”

Submitted by: John

On This Page:
Do I Need Vaccines for Mali?
Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Mali?
What is the Climate Like in Mali?
How Safe is Mali?
Is the Food Safe in Mali?
The Bandiagara Cliffs in Dogon Country
What Should I Take To Mali?
Canadian Embassy in Mali

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