Ethiopia has a safe health status. Immunization against Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, and Polio is recommended when planning to travel to the country. Malaria can be prevalent in the lowlands, such as the southern Rift Valley and South Omo. There is also a small risk of malaria, especially during the rainy season, at mid-altitude sites such as Bahir Dar and Harar for which bed net & and insect repellent cream or spray are highly recommended for mosquitos. Malaria is absent above 2000m, for instance in Addis Ababa, Gondar, Lalibela, and the Bale and Simien mountains. Sunscreen is also useful for those coming from cooler areas.

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Avoid drinking or brushing your teeth with tap water. Bottled water is safe and widely available. It’s a good idea to carry a few packs of antiseptic wet wipes to wash your hands after toilet stops or before meals in more remote areas where running water may not be available. Vaccination against Cholera is also required for any person who has visited or transited a cholera-infected area within six days before arrival in Ethiopia. Please advise your doctor before your trip.

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