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Located in Southern Africa, Zambia is a gorgeous country that provides travellers with a glimpse at beautiful wilderness and wildlife.

Though the country is landlocked, there are three rivers flowing through Zambia. One of the most popular landmarks is Victoria Falls, which is one of the World’s Seven Natural Wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are also safaris for travellers to visit, without the large crowds that often come with safaris in Kenya or South Africa.

In the cities, there are also bustling markets, delicious restaurants, and a lively nightlife.

Do I Need Vaccines for Zambia?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Zambia. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Zambia: 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:

  • Hepatitis A –
    Food & Water –
    Recommended for most travellers
  • Hepatitis B –
    Blood & Body Fluids –
    Recommended for travellers to most regions.
  • Typhoid –
    Food & Water –
    Recommended for travellers
    to most regions.
  • Cholera –
    Food & Water –
    Areas of active cholera transmission include the provinces of Central, Eastern, Lusaka, Northern and Southern in Zambia. Vaccination is recommended for travellers to these regions.
  • Yellow Fever –
    Mosquito –
    Required if travelling from a region with yellow fever. Recommended for all travellers over 9 months of age, except travelling to the North West and Western Provinces.
  • Rabies –
    Saliva of Infected Animals –
    Moderate risk country. Vaccine recommended for certain travellers based on destination, activities and length of stay.
  • 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 seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
  • Influenza –
    Airborne –
    Vaccine components change annually.
  • Meningitis –
    Airborne & Direct Contact –
    Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
  • 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 Zambia

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
Hepatitis A Food & Water Recommended for most travellers
Hepatitis B Blood & Body Fluids Recommended for travellers
to most regions.
Typhoid Food & Water Recommended for travellers
to most regions.
Cholera Food & Water Areas of active cholera transmission include the provinces of Central, Eastern, Lusaka, Northern and Southern in Zambia. Vaccination is recommended for travellers to these regions.
Yellow Fever Mosquito Required if travelling from a region with yellow fever. Recommended for all travellers over 9 months of age, except travelling to the North West and Western Provinces.
Rabies Saliva of Infected Animals Moderate risk country. Vaccine recommended for certain travellers based on destination, activities and length of stay.

 

Routine Vaccinations for Zambia

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 seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
Influenza Airborne Vaccine components change annually.
Meningitis Airborne & Direct Contact Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
Polio Food & Water Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

Sources: PHAC, WHO and ISTM

Malaria is a serious threat in Zambia. Antimalarial medication is recommended for all travellers to the region. Dengue and chikungunya are also present and can be prevented through proper use of mosquito repellents and nettings.

Rabies poses some risk to travellers of various types. Consult with a travel health specialist to learn if this vaccine is right for your trip.

Visit our vaccinations page to learn more. Travel safely with Passport Health and schedule your appointment today by calling or book online now.

Customer Reviews

Passport Health – Travel Vaccines for Zambia

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“Friendly knowledgeable nurse. Answered all questions and provided updated info on required vaccinations for Zambia. Thanks”

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“The Kitchener Passport Health clinic is an excellent place to receive your vaccinations for travelling, especially to Zambia. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend to my friends.”

Submitted by: Steve
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“Great“
“Very informative. Travel nurse was professional and knowledgeable. I also really liked the travel packet of papers about Zambia to bring with me.”

Submitted by: Chantal
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“Efficient and Informative“
“The nurse was well-prepared for our visit, based on the on-line forms that we had prepared in advance. She was clear in outlining what was recommended for our trip to Zambia, and produced a written summary for us to take away, and followed up with an email. Our options were clear.”

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Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Zambia?

Travellers to Zambia must have a valid passport and visa to enter the country. It is best to get this visa before departing on your trip. Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required based on your itinerary.

Zambia Entry Requirements

Do I Need A… For My Trip to Zambia?
Passport table check mark
Tourist Visa table check mark
Business Visa table check mark
Vaccinations table check mark

Sources: Embassy of Zambia and Canadian Travel and Tourism

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

What is the Climate Like in Zambia?

Zambia is a tropical country, meaning it is warm and receives a fair amount of rain. The dry season runs from May to October, meaning there is little rain and low humidity. From November to April is the wet season. During this time, you’ll experience mostly afternoon rains and high humidity.

Areas situated in lower-lying valleys, as opposed to the elevated areas in central and southern Zambia, are much hotter.

How Safe is Zambia?

Travel to areas bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola should be limited due to border conflicts and undetected land mines.

Major cities are safe during the day. But, there have been violent attacks reported. Theft or pick-pocketing is common. Travellers should be cautious while in-country and should stay in groups when possible.

 

Visiting Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls is one of the most popular destinations in Zambia. Over one hundred million cubic meters of water fall over the edge of each minute during the rainy season.

The adventurous can bungee jump off the Victoria Falls bridge, zip line across the Batoka Gorge, white water raft below the fall, experience tandem kayaking or take a beautiful helicopter flight to see the river and the land around it.

What Should I Pack for Zambia?

While an amazing country, a trip to Zambia does need some extra packing:

  • Sunscreen – Zambia is very warm and travellers will likely be outside exploring the water or safaris.
  • Swimsuit – Most visitors will want to visit at least one of three rivers in the country, making an outfit fit for water a must.
  • Money for Taxes – When leaving the country, travellers will need to pay departure taxes and security charges.

Canadian Embassy in Zambia

When travelling it is very helpful to find out exactly where the Canadian Embassy or consulates are located. Keep the address written down in case you have a legal problem, you lose your passport, or you want to report a crime. Be sure to keep a copy of your passport with you in case you lose the original.

Canadian Embassy in Zambia
E5210 Independance Avenue,
Lusaka, Zambia
Tel.: 260 (211) 25-08-33

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On This Page:
Do I Need Vaccines for Zambia?
Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Zambia?
What is the Climate Like in Zambia?
How Safe is Zambia?
Visiting Victoria Falls
What Should I Pack To Zambia?
Canadian Embassy to Zambia

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