Guadeloupe

Recommended Vaccinations For Guadeloupe

For Most Travellers

Hepatitis B Vaccine

There is a risk of infection with hepatitis B for this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.

Hepatitis A Vaccine

There is a risk of exposure to hepatitis A for this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.

For Some Travellers

Rabies Vaccine

Rabies may be present in bats. Vaccination may be considered for travellers who might come in contact with bats.

Typhoid Fever Vaccine

There is a risk of exposure to typhoid fever in this country through consumption of unsafe food and water. Since exposure to unsafe sources is variable within this country, the vaccination against typhoid fever is generally recommended, especially when visiting smaller cities or rural areas, where food and water sources may be contaminated.

Yellow Fever Vaccine

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over 1 year of age arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transited more than 12 hours through an airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

Recommended Medications For Guadeloupe

There are no recommendations for Guadeloupe at this time.

Diseases To Be Aware of for Guadeloupe

For Most Travellers

Hepatitis B

There is a risk for acquiring hepatitis B in Guadeloupe.

Hepatitis A

There is a risk for hepatitis A virus exposure in Guadeloupe through contaminated food or water. Infection can still occur at tourist destinations and resorts.

Chikungunya Fever

Chikungunya fever has occurred in this country.

Dengue Fever

Outbreaks of dengue fever may occur.

For Some Travellers

Yellow Fever

There is no risk of yellow fever transmission. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over 1 year of age arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transited more than 12 hours through an airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

Rabies

Rabies may be present in bats.

Typhoid Fever

Unvaccinated people can become infected through contaminated food and water in Guadeloupe, especially when visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where food and water sources may be contaminated.

Schistosomiasis

There is a low risk of schistosomiasis in Guadeloupe. This disease is acquired through contact with fresh water, such as swimming, bathing, or rafting. Well-chlorinated swimming pools and contact with saltwater in oceans or seas will not put travellers at risk for schistosomiasis.

African Tick Bite Fever

This disease may occur in the country.

Zika Fever

There is transmission of the Zika virus in this country.

Safety & Security in Guadeloupe

Personal Safety

The crime rate is low in this country, and most travellers have no trouble. However, petty crime, such as pickpocketing, bag snatching, or other theft can occur in any crowded area or tourist destination. Always be alert to your personal safety and security. Keep valuables secured and out of sight. Safeguard your important documents, such as your passport. Avoid walking alone at night. Do not accept drinks or food from strangers and never leave your drinks out of your sight.

LGBTI traveller should note that although same-sex relations are legal under French law, local attitudes may be intolerant to same-sex relations and behaviour. Avoid public displays of affection.

Exercise caution when driving. Roads may not be well maintained, and may be narrow and winding. Rural roads may not be well marked or lit.

Exercise extreme caution when participating in outdoor adventure activities as safety standards may not be adequate. Ensure travel and medical insurance are purchased before departing and ensure your insurance policy covers these types of activities.

Due to its location in an active seismic zone, Guadeloupe experiences earthquakes. There is also an active volcano on the south side of Basse-Terre island. Hurricane season is between May to November. Flooding, landslides, major damage to infrastructure and disruption to travel plans may result. Be aware of the evacuation routes. Follow the advice of local authorities.

Political Unrest

Protests or strikes can occur in Guadeloupe, usually due to labour issues and can disrupt transportation and other services. Always avoid public gatherings and demonstrations since even peaceful gatherings can become confrontational and violent.