Travel Vaccinations
Our dedicated travel clinic is run by highly trained pharmacists who specialise in travel health. We offer comprehensive, up-to-date advice and a full range of travel vaccines and anti-malarials to ensure your health doesn’t take a holiday.
Ideally, book your consultation at least 6–8 weeks before you travel, as some vaccines require multiple doses over several weeks to become fully effective. Even if you’re travelling last minute, it’s always worth a consultation!
Travel Vaccinations
Chicken Pox
Purpose of the Vaccine
To protect against the highly contagious Varicella-Zoster virus, which causes the chickenpox rash.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Recommended for adults and adolescents who have never had chickenpox or have not been vaccinated, to prevent infection, especially when traveling to endemic areas.
Age Recommendation
Generally approved for ages 12 months and older who have not had chickenpox.
Doses
2 doses
Price
£70 each
Cholera (Oral)
Purpose of the Vaccine
To prevent infection by the Vibrio cholerae bacterium, which causes severe watery diarrhea. Recommended if you are traveling to an area where cholera is present, in an outbreak, or where sanitation/water is unsafe.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Areas with active cholera transmission, often parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, particularly during humanitarian crises or where access to clean water is limited.
Age Recommendation
Varies by vaccine brand (e.g., FDA-approved Vaxchora is for ages 2 to 64 years). Other brands are available for ages 1 year and older in some countries.
Doses
2 doses
Price
£45 each
COVID-19
Purpose of the Vaccine
To protect against severe illness, hospitalization, and death from SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19). Vaccination may be an entry requirement for some countries.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Universal recommendation. Check the specific entry requirements of your destination country and any transit points.
Age Recommendation
Varies by vaccine brand and national recommendations. Generally available for ages 6 months and older (check local health authority guidelines).
Doses
1 doses
Price
£95 each
Dengue Fever
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against Dengue fever, a viral disease spread by mosquitoes that can cause a severe flu-like illness. Recommended for those traveling to or living in areas where dengue is common.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
South and Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
Age Recommendation
Varies by vaccine. One WHO-recommended vaccine is for children aged 6 to 16 years in high-transmission areas. Some countries offer it to a wider age range.
Doses
2 doses
Price
£110 each
Diphtheria/Tetanus/ Polio (DTP)
Purpose of Vaccine
Diphtheria: Protects against a serious bacterial infection that can affect the nose, throat, and sometimes skin. Tetanus: Protects against a life-threatening bacterial infection that causes painful muscle spasms and breathing difficulty. Polio: Protects against a virus that can cause muscle weakness and paralysis.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Recommended for all travelers to ensure routine protection is up-to-date. Booster is often recommended for travel to countries with ongoing polio transmission or in conflict/disaster zones.
Age Recommendation
Routine booster for adults and adolescents (10-year booster). Polio booster is often recommended for all travelers to countries where polio is a threat (check before you travel).
Doses
1 doses
Price
£35 each
Hepatitis A
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against Hepatitis A, a viral liver infection spread through contaminated food or water, or direct contact with an infected person.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Highly recommended for travel to countries with poor sanitation or where Hepatitis A is common (developing world, including parts of Africa, Asia, Central and South America, and Eastern Europe).
Age Recommendation
Generally approved for ages 1 year and older.
Doses
1 doses
Price
£55 each
Hepatitis A & B (Adult)
Purpose of Vaccine
A single combination vaccine to protect against both Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Recommended for adult travelers to high-risk areas for both viruses. Hepatitis B is a risk for long-term travel, medical work, and those with certain risk behaviors.
Age Recommendation
Typically approved for ages 16 years and older.
Doses
3 doses
Price
£69 each
Hepatitis A & B (Junior)
Purpose of Vaccine
A pediatric combination vaccine to protect against both Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Recommended for children traveling to high-risk areas for both viruses.
Age Recommendation
Typically approved for ages 1 to 15 years.
Doses
3 doses
Price
£59 each
Hepatitis B
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against Hepatitis B, a viral liver infection spread through contact with infected blood or other body fluids (sexual contact, contaminated medical/dental equipment, etc.).
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Recommended for long-term travelers, those working in health care, and anyone who might seek medical or dental care in a country with high rates of Hepatitis B. High-risk areas are global, but common in East Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Age Recommendation
Routinely recommended for all children. Available and recommended for all ages (from birth to adults).
Doses
3 doses
Price
£55 each
HPV (Gardasil 9)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against Human Papillomavirus, which can cause cervical, anal, and other cancers, as well as genital warts..
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Universal health recommendation. Not specifically a travel vaccine, but protection is important globally.
Age Recommendation
Licensed for use in children from age 9 years. Recommended for men and women up to age 45 years.
Doses
1-25 years = 1 dose
25 years + = 2 doses
Price
£159 each
Influenza (Flu)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against the seasonal influenza virus. Recommended for travelers to avoid illness and to prevent straining local health services.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Universal recommendation, especially when traveling during the local flu season or to large gatherings (e.g., sporting events).
Age Recommendation
Varies by national program, but typically available for everyone aged 6 months and older.
Doses
1 dose
Price
£21 each
Japanese Encephalitis (JE)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against Japanese Encephalitis, a mosquito-borne viral brain infection. Recommended for long-term travelers, or those visiting during peak transmission season who will spend time in rural, farming, or outdoor areas.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Endemic areas in Asia and the Western Pacific, including parts of China, India, Southeast Asia, and Japan.
Age Recommendation
Varies by vaccine brand. Generally approved for ages 2 months and older.
Doses
2 doses
Price
£108 each
Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against measles, mumps, and rubella, which are highly contagious viral diseases.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Recommended for all travelers to ensure full routine protection (2 doses). If you are traveling with an infant, an early dose may be recommended for travel to high-risk areas.
Age Recommendation
Routine doses are typically at 12 months and before school entry. Early dose for infants traveling to high-risk areas is from age 6 to 11 months.
Doses
2 doses
Price
£46 each
Meningitis ACWY
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against four types of meningococcal disease (A, C, W, and Y), a serious bacterial infection that can cause meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning).
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Sub-Saharan Africa (the ‘meningitis belt’) during the dry season (December-June). Mandatory for pilgrims to Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia.
Age Recommendation
Varies by vaccine. Often recommended for students and travelers to high-risk areas from ages 10 years up to 25 years (or older for travel).
Doses
1 dose
Price
£65 each
Meningitis B
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against meningococcal disease caused by group B bacteria.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Not routinely recommended for travel unless visiting an area with a specific outbreak or if you are a long-term traveler (e.g., student, volunteer) who will be living in close quarters.
Age Recommendation
Available from age 2 months and older (often given routinely in infancy). Some travel clinics recommend it for travelers from 6 months to 25 years to high-risk areas.
Doses
2-3 doses
Price
£135 each
Pneumococcal (PPV23)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria, which cause infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and septicaemia.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Not specifically a travel vaccine, but recommended to ensure routine protection is up-to-date, especially for those with underlying health conditions.
Age Recommendation
Recommended for adults aged 65 years and older, and for individuals with certain long-term health conditions at any age.
Doses
1 dose
Price
£40 each
Pneumococcal Conjugate (PCV)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against the most common types of pneumococcal bacteria.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Not specifically a travel vaccine, but recommended to ensure routine protection is up-to-date, especially for those with underlying health conditions.
Age Recommendation
Routinely given to children in a multi-dose schedule starting in infancy. Recommended for adults aged 70 years and older (in some countries) who have not previously received it.
Doses
1 dose
Price
£70 each
Rabies
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against the Rabies virus, a fatal viral infection spread by the bite or scratch of an infected animal. The vaccine is a preventative (pre-exposure) measure that simplifies treatment if exposed.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Recommended for travelers who will be spending extended time outdoors, participating in activities like caving, or for those traveling to remote areas where medical care is delayed or nonexistent.
Age Recommendation
Available for all ages. The decision to vaccinate is based on risk.
Doses
3 doses
Price
£78-£108 each
Shingles (Shingrix non-live)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against Shingles (Herpes Zoster) and its complication, Post-Herpetic Neuralgia, caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Universal health recommendation. Not a travel vaccine, but often requested by travelers due to convenience.
Age Recommendation
Recommended for adults aged 50 years and older, and for adults aged 18 years and older who are immunocompromised or at increased risk.
Doses
2 doses
Price
£225 each
Tick Encephalitis (TBE)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against TBE, a viral infection of the brain and spinal cord spread by tick bites. Recommended for long-term travelers and those engaging in extensive outdoor activity (camping, hiking) in risk areas during the spring/summer/fall.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Forested areas of Central, Eastern, and Northern Europe and parts of Asia (April to November is peak season).
Age Recommendation
Varies by vaccine brand (e.g., TICOVAC is for ages 1 year and older).
Doses
2 doses
Price
£65 each
Typhoid (Injection)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against Typhoid fever, a bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water that causes a high fever and is potentially life-threatening.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Highly recommended for travel to areas with a high risk of typhoid fever and poor hygiene, especially South Asia, and parts of Africa, the Middle East, and Central/South America.
Age Recommendation
Injection: Approved for ages 2 years and older. Oral: Approved for ages 6 years and older (varies by product).
Doses
1 dose
Price
£40 each
Typhoid (Oral)
Purpose of Vaccine
To protect against Typhoid fever, a bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water that causes a high fever and is potentially life-threatening.
Travel Destinations (High-Risk)
Highly recommended for travel to areas with a high risk of typhoid fever and poor hygiene, especially South Asia, and parts of Africa, the Middle East, and Central/South America.
Age Recommendation
Injection: Approved for ages 2 years and older. Oral: Approved for ages 6 years and older (varies by product).
Doses
3 oral capsules
Price
£40 per course
Top Destinations & Their Vaccine Considerations
These are places travellers frequently go to, and where vaccine advice tends to be needed.
Brazil – Yellow fever (required in many states), Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies, possibly malaria in Amazon areas.
Peru – Yellow fever (especially Amazon / jungle), Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies.
Kenya – Yellow fever (often required), Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Malaria, Rabies.
Ghana – Yellow fever, routine stuff (tetanus, diphtheria, etc.), Hep A, Typhoid, possible meningitis in some areas.
India – Typhoid, Hepatitis A, possibly Japanese Encephalitis (depending on rural travel), Rabies, Polio (check your booster status).
Thailand – Hepatitis A, Typhoid, possibly Japanese Encephalitis (if rural or during wet season), Rabies.
Indonesia / Bali – Similar: Hep A, Typhoid, Rabies, JE (some rural islands), malaria in some remote regions.
Vietnam – JE in rural/wet season, Hep A, Typhoid, Rabies.
Colombia – Yellow fever, Hep A, Typhoid, Rabies (especially rural / jungle), possibly malaria.
Ecuador – Yellow fever for some regions (Amazon), Hep A, Typhoid.
South Africa – Some routine + Hep A, Typhoid; Yellow fever certificate if coming from risk countries.
Uganda – Yellow fever requirement, Hep A, Typhoid, Rabies.
Bolivia – Yellow fever (some parts), Hep A, Typhoid, Rabies.
Disclaimer: This information provides general guidance. Travel vaccine recommendations are highly dependent on the specific countries you are visiting, the duration of your trip, your planned activities, your current health status, and your past vaccination history. Always consult with a travel health professional at least 6-8 weeks before your trip for a personalised assessment and the most current information.
Our prices includes a free consultation with a pharmacist.
Why Choose Our Pharmacy Travel Clinic?
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Convenience: We offer flexible appointments and often serve as a one-stop-shop, saving you a trip to your GP.
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Expert, Tailored Advice: We conduct a full risk assessment based on your specific destination, planned activities (e.g., backpacking vs. resort stay), duration of travel, and medical history.
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Complete Protection: We provide all necessary vaccinations, prescribe anti-malarial medication, and advise on certificates required for entry into certain countries.
What You Need to bring to your Appointment
A list of your medicines
Family Medical History
Your Medical History
