What vaccines do I need for Mauritius?

Required: Yellow Fever (required only for travelers arriving from endemic countries; not routinely recommended otherwise). Recommended by the CDC: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid.

Is tap water safe to drink in Mauritius?

Tap water is generally safe in Mauritius, though bottled water is advisable in rural areas.

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Mauritius Travel Health

Reviewed by Alexander Webber, Chief Epidemiologist · Updated 2026-08

Mauritius is one of the lowest-risk health destinations in the African region and is free from malaria. The island has good healthcare infrastructure by regional standards. Yellow fever vaccination is required only for travelers arriving from endemic countries. Dengue fever poses a periodic outbreak risk, particularly during the warm rainy season from December to April.

Food Safety: Low Risk Tap Water: Safe Malaria Risk Present

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Vaccines for Mauritius

Required for Entry

Yellow Fever (required only for travelers arriving from endemic countries; not routinely recommended otherwise)

CDC Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid

Source: CDC Travelers' Health — Mauritius

Malaria Risk

No malaria risk. Mauritius was declared malaria-free and no chemoprophylaxis is recommended.

Food and Water Safety

Low Risk Tap water: safe

Tap water is generally safe to drink in urban areas. Food safety standards at hotels and established restaurants are good. Travelers should exercise standard caution with raw shellfish and street food in local markets. Avoid swimming in stagnant freshwater particularly after heavy rains due to leptospirosis risk.

Key Health Tips for Mauritius

Use insect repellent with DEET and wear long sleeves during dusk and dawn to reduce dengue and chikungunya mosquito exposure, especially during the rainy season.
Avoid wading in rivers or freshwater after heavy rainfall due to leptospirosis, which is transmitted through water contaminated by animal urine.
Apply high-SPF sunscreen frequently given the intense equatorial sun, especially when snorkeling or on the beach.
Ensure travel health insurance covers medical repatriation for serious conditions, as local facilities handle routine care well but complex cases may require evacuation.

Disease Risks in Mauritius

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