Travel Vaccination

Chikungunya Vaccine

Protection against a mosquito-borne virus known for severe, lasting joint pain.

What is chikungunya, and where is it found?

Chikungunya is a viral infection spread by the same mosquitoes responsible for dengue, most active during the day. It causes fever, rash, and often severe joint pain that can last for weeks or, in some cases, months after the initial illness.

It's found across parts of Africa, Asia, the Indian Ocean islands, and the Americas, with outbreaks appearing periodically depending on mosquito activity and local conditions.

Who should consider this vaccine?

Travellers to regions with ongoing outbreaks

Where local transmission has been reported recently.

Long-stay travellers to endemic areas

Extended exposure increases the overall chance of a bite.

Older travellers or those with joint conditions

A group more likely to experience prolonged symptoms.

Anyone travelling in peak mosquito season

Typically the warmer, wetter months in affected regions.

The vaccine at a glance

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Single Dose

One injection is generally all that's needed.

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Builds Protection Quickly

Suitable for travellers with a shorter lead time before departure.

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Works Alongside Bite Prevention

Best combined with repellent and covering up, especially during the day.

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Relatively New Vaccine

Your clinician will confirm it's a good fit for your health history.

Getting vaccinated: what to expect

1. Book a pre-travel consultation

We'll assess your itinerary and how much risk your trip carries.

2. Confirm suitability

A quick health check to make sure the vaccine is right for you.

3. Receive your dose

A single injection administered during your appointment.

4. Travel with confidence

Continuing daytime mosquito bite prevention throughout your trip.

Questions about the chikungunya vaccine

Do I need this for any trip to Asia or Africa?

Only for areas with a genuine current risk. We'll check this against your specific itinerary.

How is this different from dengue?

Both are spread by the same mosquitoes, but chikungunya is particularly known for severe, longer-lasting joint pain.

Do I still need mosquito bite prevention?

Yes, the vaccine works alongside repellent and covering up, not instead of it.

Is it suitable for everyone?

It needs an individual assessment, so please mention your full health history during your consultation.

Ready to protect your trip?

Book your consultation or vaccine appointment in a couple of minutes.