Risk of malaria in Indonesia
What you need to know about the risk of malaria in Indonesia and how to prepare for your travels.
Risk of malaria
in Indonesia
What you need to know about the risk of malaria in Indonesia and how to prepare for your travels.
Indonesia is the world’s largest island country, made up of over 17,000 islands, each offering its own unique culture, landscapes, and experiences. From tropical rainforests and active volcanoes to bustling cities and pristine beaches, Indonesia is a destination full of natural beauty and adventure.
With a tropical climate that includes distinct wet and dry seasons, humidity levels often range from 70% to 90% year-round, creating ideal conditions for mosquitoes to thrive.
Malaria risk in Indonesia
Knowing about the risk of malaria in Indonesia and how to protect yourself is important for a safe trip. The information below will help you understand where malaria risk exists in Indonesia and how to prepare for your travels.
Wherever you’re travelling, you can find up-to-date malaria risk information for your destination on TravelHealthPro.
If you’re visiting a country where malaria is present, a full travel health consultation is recommended. To reduce your risk of infection, you’ll also need to take preventive measures for maximum protection against mosquito bites.
Mosquito bite prevention advice
Even if you’re taking antimalarials, bite prevention is a key part of staying protected. Find simple, practical advice on:
Want more region-specific guidance?
For detailed malaria information in Indonesia, visit TravelHealthPro.
Get travel-ready with Maloff Protect
If you’re visiting high-risk areas in Indonesia, antimalarial tablets can help protect you. Maloff Protect is available online without a prescription, no GP appointment needed.
Want more region-specific guidance?
For detailed malaria information in Indonesia, visit TravelHealthPro.
Get travel-ready with Maloff Protect
If you’re visiting high-risk areas in Indonesia, antimalarial tablets can help protect you. Maloff Protect is available online without a prescription, no GP appointment needed.
Want more region-specific guidance?
For detailed malaria information in Indonesia, visit TravelHealthPro.
Get travel-ready with Maloff Protect
If you’re visiting high-risk areas in Indonesia, antimalarial tablets can help protect you. Maloff Protect is available online without a prescription, no GP appointment needed.
References
1. TravelHealthPro. Indonesia: Malaria. UK Health Security Agency. Available at: https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/106/indonesia (Accessed: July 2025).
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