Travel Vaccinations for South America
From the Amazon to the Andes — yellow fever certificates, malaria protection, altitude advice and travel vaccines, all from one appointment in Crewe.
South America offers extraordinary experiences — the Amazon rainforest, high Andes, Machu Picchu, Galapagos Islands, Patagonia and vibrant cities like Rio, Lima and Buenos Aires. Health considerations vary enormously from yellow fever and malaria in tropical lowlands to altitude sickness in the mountains, so a tailored plan for your exact route is essential.
Crewe Travel Clinic is a GPhC-registered pharmacy (reg. 1029608) and registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre. We provide yellow fever vaccination with official ICVP certificate, advise on antimalarials and bite avoidance, and give other travel vaccines relevant to your trip — all in one consultation. Your needs depend on which countries, regions and activities you visit, the season and your medical history.
Recommended vaccinations for South America
Grouped by how widely they are advised. Tap any vaccine for full details and our price — your exact list is confirmed at your consultation.
Recommended for most travellers
Hepatitis A Vaccination
from £50Spread through contaminated food and water, which is a risk throughout South America; the vaccine is well tolerated and gives long-lasting protection.
Typhoid Vaccination (Typhim Vi)
from £35Recommended where food and water hygiene may be poor, particularly for those visiting friends and relatives, rural areas or staying for longer periods.
Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio Vaccination (Revaxis)
from £35Make sure your routine UK course is complete; a booster is advised if your last dose was more than ten years ago, especially when medical facilities may be limited.
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Vaccination
from £50Check you have had two doses, as measles still circulates in parts of the region; MMR is part of routine UK protection that all travellers should be up to date with.
Recommended for some travellers
Yellow Fever Vaccination (Stamaril)
Mosquito-bornefrom £75Recommended for travel to risk areas such as the Amazon basin and many parts of Brazil, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia and eastern Ecuador; only available at registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres and may also be needed to meet entry rules.
Hepatitis B Vaccination
from £50Considered for longer stays, those who may need medical or dental care, or who could be exposed through sexual contact, tattoos, piercings or sharps injuries.
Rabies Vaccination
from £75Advised for remote or rural travel, jungle expeditions, animal handlers, cyclists and longer trips where prompt access to treatment after a bite may be difficult.
For higher-risk travellers
Tuberculosis (BCG) Vaccination
from £99May be recommended for unvaccinated children under 16 staying three months or more, and for some at-risk healthcare or laboratory workers.
Cholera Vaccination (Dukoral)
from £35Only needed in specific circumstances, such as aid and relief work or travel to areas with active outbreaks and poor sanitation.
Malaria — tablets, not a vaccine
Malaria is prevented with antimalarial tablets plus bite avoidance — there is no malaria vaccine. Risk is concentrated in the Amazon basin and tropical lowland rural areas, generally below 1,500–2,500m: parts of Brazil (including around Manaus), Peru (Loreto province), Bolivia, Colombia and lowland Ecuador. No malaria risk in Lima, Galapagos, high Andes, Iguazu Falls, most of Argentina and Chile. We will check your exact route and advise whether antimalarial tablets are needed, alongside bite-avoidance measures.
Yellow fever & certificates
Yellow fever is a serious risk in tropical South America, particularly the Amazon basin. Vaccination is recommended for risk areas of Brazil, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia and eastern Ecuador, generally below 2,300m. Not recommended for high-altitude sites (Cusco, Machu Picchu, La Paz, Quito, Galapagos) or most of Argentina and Chile. As a registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre we assess suitability, vaccinate where appropriate and issue the ICVP certificate. A certificate may also be required for entering or transiting certain countries.
Check certificate requirementsOther health risks to plan for
Altitude sickness
High Andean sites — Cusco (3,400m), Machu Picchu, La Paz, Lake Titicaca, Quito — can affect anyone. Ascend gradually, allow rest days to acclimatise, stay hydrated and limit alcohol. We can discuss recognising symptoms and whether preventive medication suits your itinerary.
Dengue
Dengue is widespread in tropical lowlands and urban areas, spread by mosquitoes that bite mainly during the day. No specific treatment; daytime bite avoidance with repellent and covering up is the main protection.
Food and water hygiene
Travellers' diarrhoea is the most common illness abroad. Drink safe or bottled water, avoid uncertain ice, eat freshly cooked hot food and wash or peel fruit. Carrying oral rehydration salts is sensible for longer trips.