Travelling to
Brazil
Brazil is a vibrant country full of music, fun, vitality and everything you need to have a fantastic holiday. It is South America’s largest country with a large atmosphere to go with it.
Essential Vaccines
When travelling to your destination
| Vaccine | Schedule Primary Course |
|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | 0, 6-12M* |
| Tetanus | 0 (Single Dose) Then 10yrs |
| Typhoid | 0 (Single Dose) Then 3YRS |
Recommended Vaccines
When travelling to your destination
| Vaccine | Schedule Primary Course |
|---|---|
| Rabies** | 0 (Single Dose), 3d, 7d, 12M* |
| Yellow Fever | SINGLE DOSE |
Essential Vaccines Information
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is an infection in the liver caused through exposure to faecal matter by oral means. Vaccination against Hepatitis A is offered to people who are eligible.
Tetanus
Rare to find in the UK due to mass immunisation, but certain countries and continents have been known to still carry the disease, such as Asia, Africa and Eastern Europe
Typhoid
Typhoid fever is an infection caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi (derived from salmonella food poisoning) that goes on to affect many vital organs.
Recommended Vaccines
Rabies
Rabies is a major disease affecting the brain and nerves that leads to severe motor function failure and neurological damage. Rabies is only contracted through the bite or scratch of an infected animal.
Yellow Fever
Yellow Fever is a severe and flu-like disease affecting the liver and kidneys, causing fever and jaundice. It can be fatal if not treated effectively.
Visiting Brazil
When is the best time visit?
The best time to visit Brazil is between November and March. These are the warmest months across the country, with temperatures between 27°C and 33°C, perfect for enjoying New Year and Carnival celebrations.
The Amazon
Rio De Janiero
IGUAÇU FALLS
Things to see in Brazil
The largest country in South America, Brazil occupies almost half the continent. Nearly all of it is in the Southern Hemisphere, and much of it is tropical, with vast stretches of rainforest filled with exotic plants and wildlife.
Sugar Loaf
Copacabana
Ouro Preto
Olinda
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