Madagascar

Africa (Indian Ocean)
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Madagascar

Famous for its unique wildlife and baobab trees, Madagascar is a biodiversity hotspot with rainforests, beaches, and diverse ecosystems found nowhere else on Earth.

Last Updated:

June 28, 2025

General Recommendations

Azithromycin / Ciprofloxacin - Traveler's Diarrhea

Ondansetron - Nausea & Vomiting

Meclizine - Motion Sickness

Hydroxyzine - Jet Lag / Traveler's Anxiety

Order them all with our comprehensive travel package, which includes all medications and country specific medications if required.

What is our Wandr Safety Rating?

Our safety grade combines CDC guidance, healthcare access, travel risks, and regional stability to help you prepare confidently. Updated regularly to reflect current conditions.

A (90–100): Very safe — Excellent healthcare and low travel risks
B (75–89): Safe — Minor precautions recommended
C (60–74): Moderate risk — Limited access or regional health concerns
D (40–59): Higher risk — Caution advised due to instability or health gaps
F (0–39): Not recommended — Major safety or medical concerns

Wandr Safety Rating:

C (Elevated Risk)

61/100

Petty crime and poor infrastructure are common. Healthcare is limited outside major cities. CDC advises vaccines for hepatitis A/B, typhoid, rabies, and strong mosquito precautions for malaria and dengue.

CDC Recommendations

CDC Travel Information for Madagascar

For the best experience, please view the CDC travel information directly on their website:

Go to CDC Travel Information for Madagascar
Disclaimer: This page is intended as a general reference for travelers and does not replace personalized medical consultation. While Wandr provides medical guidance, country-specific risks may change. We update this information as frequently as possible, but travelers should also consult official government and health sources before departure.