Réunion

Recommended Vaccinations For Réunion

For Most Travellers

Hepatitis B Vaccine

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

Hepatitis A Vaccine

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

For Some Travellers

Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine

A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for all travellers over 6 months of age.

Rabies Vaccine

Vaccination against rabies is recommended for travellers whose activities or employment may bring them into direct contact with bats (i.e. adventure travellers, veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers, etc.).

Typhoid Fever Vaccine

There is a risk of exposure to typhoid fever in Réunion 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.

Recommended Medications For Réunion

There are no recommendations for Réunion at this time.

Diseases To Be Aware of for Réunion

For Most Travellers

Hepatitis B

There is a significant risk for acquiring hepatitis B in Réunion.

Chikungunya Fever

Chikungunya fever outbreaks have occurred in Réunion.

Hepatitis A

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

Dengue Fever

Dengue fever may occur in this country.

For Some Travellers

Tuberculosis

Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis, if visiting ill friends or family, working in the health care field, or having close prolonged contact with infected persons.

Hanta Virus

There is a risk of acquiring Hantavirus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.

African Tick Bite Fever

This disease may occur in this country. Ticks that cause this disease are usually most active from November through April. Travellers engaging in outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, and game hunting in wooded, brushy, or grassy areas may be at a higher risk.

Measles

There is a risk of Measles in this country, especially in infants aged 6 to 11 months.

Rabies

Rabies may be present in bats.

Typhoid Fever

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

Safety & Security in Réunion

Personal Safety

The crime rate is very low in Réunion, and most travellers do not experience any safety or security risks. When travelling in general, be aware of personal security and ensure your personal belongings and travel documents are kept safe.

The major cause of deaths of tourists in Réunion is drowning. Visitors should be cautious when swimming or engaging in water sports in unfamiliar waters.

Due to a surge in shark attacks, in October 2013, authorities banned surfing outside of lagoons, with penalties of a fine and possible jail time. Before surfing, check local authorities for updates.

Exercise caution when driving. Drivers in Réunion do not always practice safe driving, i.e. drinking and driving and speeding. Twisting and turning roads can also be a driving hazard.

Extreme Violence

Although there have been no terrorist attacks in the recent past, the threat of terrorism cannot be ruled out.

Political Unrest

In Reunion, demonstrations and civil unrest may occur sporadically and may become violent unexpectedly.