Planning a trip to The Gambia? Whether you’re relaxing on the beaches of Kololi and Kotu, exploring Banjul, visiting wildlife reserves, discovering local communities or experiencing West African culture, preparing your health before you travel is an important part of your journey.
Travel health advice depends on your itinerary, activities, climate, regions visited and length of stay. Whether you’re enjoying beaches, exploring outdoors, visiting rural areas or travelling through local communities, your health needs may vary.
At MASTA, our specialist travel clinicians provide personalised advice and can recommend and administer the appropriate Gambia travel vaccinations, along with guidance on staying healthy while abroad.
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Malaria is present in Gambia.
Malaria is currently present in this country. We recommend booking a consultation with one of our expert Travel Health Clinicians as suitable antimalarial medication may be recommended for your trip to help you stay safe whilst travelling.
Learn about prevalent diseases and vaccination recommendations across various counties. Stay protected with the latest health updates and region-specific guidance.
Medical Director, MASTA
PhD MSc MBBS MRCGP FRCPCH FFPH FFTM RCPS(Glasg.) FRCP(Glasg.)
GMC No. 3115417Professor David Ross OStJ is the Medical Director of MASTA and has been associated with MASTA since 2005. He served 41 years in the Army, including over 10 years as senior advisor on public health to the UK Surgeon General. In 2012 he was appointed the Parkes Professor of Preventive Medicine, in 2014 an Honorary Queen’s Physician and in 2023 an Officer in the Order of St John.