Risk of malaria in Namibia
What you need to know about the risk of malaria in Namibia and how to prepare for your travels.
Risk of malaria
in Namibia
What you need to know about the risk of malaria in Namibia and how to prepare for your travels.
Namibia is a country of raw beauty and vast open spaces. From the pink-granite peaks of Spitzkoppe to the towering dunes of Sossusvlei and the salt pans of Etosha, its dramatic landscapes are both striking and serene. With shimmering desert plains, stark coastlines, and minimal light pollution, it’s also one of the best places in the world for stargazing.
Thanks to its dry climate and sparse population, Namibia remains one of the few countries where wildlife still roams freely across vast, unfenced terrain – offering a more solitary and untouched safari experience.
While the risk of malaria in Namibia is generally low, it varies by region and season. The information below outlines where and when malaria may be a concern and how to protect yourself while travelling.
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 Namibia, visit TravelHealthPro.
Get travel-ready with Maloff Protect
If you’re visiting high-risk areas in Namibia, 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 Namibia, visit TravelHealthPro.
Get travel-ready with Maloff Protect
If you’re visiting high-risk areas in Namibia, 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 Namibia, visit TravelHealthPro.
Get travel-ready with Maloff Protect
If you’re visiting high-risk areas in Namibia, antimalarial tablets can help protect you. Maloff Protect is available online without a prescription, no GP appointment needed.
References
1. TravelHealthPro. Namibia: Malaria. UK Health Security Agency. Available at: https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/157/namibia#Malaria (Accessed: July 2025).
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