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Calm beaches and amazing jungles make Gabon a must visit. Passport Health offers vaccines and more to help you travel safely.

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Travel Vaccines and Advice for Gabon

Passport Health offers a variety of options for travelers throughout the world.
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Yellow fever vaccination, mosquito repellents, netting and other key vaccines can help you stay illness-free.
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Gabon is one of the largest countries for transporting goods in the continent and thrives off of the oil industry.

Villages in Gabon are sparse. They are often surrounded by forest on all sides, as it is one of the most forested countries in Africa. These forests provide homes to hundreds of species of animals and plants, including a large population of gorillas.

The country is filled with various landmarks and sculptures including famous research centers and buildings.

French is the official language of Gabon and is used among all ethnic groups. The majority of the population of Gabon has Bantu origins and has over 40 tribes inhabiting the country.

The capital city of Gabon is Libreville, which was founded by freed slaves. Gabon’s other major cities include Port Gentil, Franceville and Oyern.

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Gabon. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Gabon: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for travel to all regions, both foreign and domestic. Check with your local Passport Health clinic if immunization is offered in your area.

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:

  • COVID-19 –
    Airborne & Direct Contact –
    Recommended for all unvaccinated individuals who qualify for vaccination
  • Hepatitis A –
    Food & Water –
    Recommended for most travelers
  • Hepatitis B –
    Blood & Body Fluids –
    Accelerated schedule available
  • Typhoid –
    Food & Water –
    Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
  • Yellow Fever –
    Mosquito –
    Required for all travelers over 1 year of age.
  • Rabies –
    Saliva of Infected Animals –
    High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travelers and those who may come in contact with animals.
  • Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
    Various Vectors –
    Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
  • TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
    Wounds & Airborne –
    Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
  • Chickenpox –
    Direct Contact & Airborne –
    Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
  • Shingles –
    Direct Contact –
    Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
  • Pneumonia –
    Airborne –
    Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
  • Influenza –
    Airborne –
    Vaccine components change annually.
  • Meningitis –
    Airborne & Direct Contact –
    Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
  • Polio –
    Food & Water –
    Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

See the tables below for more information:

Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Gabon

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
COVID-19 Airborne & Direct Contact Recommended for all unvaccinated individuals who qualify for vaccination
Hepatitis A Food & Water Recommended for most travelers
Hepatitis B Blood & Body Fluids Accelerated schedule available
Typhoid Food & Water Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
Yellow Fever Mosquito Required for all travelers over 1 year of age.
Rabies Saliva of Infected Animals High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travelers and those who may come in contact with animals.

Routine Vaccinations for Gabon

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) Various Vectors Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) Wounds & Airborne Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
Chickenpox Direct Contact & Airborne Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
Shingles Direct Contact Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
Pneumonia Airborne Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
Influenza Airborne Vaccine components change annually.
Meningitis Airborne & Direct Contact Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
Polio Food & Water Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

Sources: CDC, WHO and ISTM

Yellow fever is a serious risk in Gabon. Make sure you’re protected with a vaccination. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is also required for entry to Gabon.

Malaria is present in Gabon. Be sure to take antimalarials with you as part of your travel kit. A Passport Health travel specialist can help you identify your risk factors for the disease.

Dengue and chikungunya are two more mosquito-borne diseases found in Gabon. Both are preventable through proper use of repellents, netting and wearing proper clothing.

Medical facilities in urban areas may meet some needs, but they are limited. Medical facilities expect payment before services and do not accept credit cards. Medical facilities can not be found in rural areas.

Make sure to bring your own prescription and medicine as they will most likely not be available in Gabon.

If you have any questions about traveling to Gabon or are wondering what shots you may need for your trip, schedule an appointment with your local Passport Health travel medicine clinic. Call us at or book online now and protect yourself today.

A visa is required for entry to Gabon. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is also required for entry.

Gabon Entry Requirements

Do I Need A… For My Trip to Gabon?
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Sources: Embassy of Gabon and U.S. State Department

The passport must be valid for at least six months to enter Gabon. It is best to get a visa before leaving on your trip.

Gabon may deny entry to travelers coming from countries that are affected by the Ebola virus.

Gabon has a tropical climate that is hot and has a high humidity throughout the year. There are no seasons in Gabon, but there are wet and dry seasons.

Between June and September, there is little to no rainfall, but it is still humid. From February to May, rainfall is common and heavy.

Temperatures range in Gabon from 73 degrees Fahrenheit and 88 degrees Fahrenheit.

While in Gabon, you should avoid large rallies, especially political ones. Police may use force and tear gas to break up crowds. Travelers should also avoid beaches after dark.

Petty theft such as pick-pocketing are the most common crimes that tourists experience.

Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime.

Avoid an Embarrassing Stop

Diarrhea can easily ruin a trip.Over 70% of travelers
will have diarrhea.

Get protected with Passport Health’s
travelers’ diarrhea kit
!

Gabon is home to the highest, concentrated number of gorillas in the world. It hold almost 80% of the world’s gorilla population.

Gorilla trekking and rain forest trails are available for tourists to see them in the wild.

If you want to see gorillas, it is best to travel in late October through February due to the larger amount of fruit available for them to eat.

Outside of the jungle, there have also been rare sightings of gorillas on beaches.

Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to Gabon:

  • Mosquito net to prevent malaria.
  • Prescription and medicine should be packed for they are not available in Gabon.
  • Light, cotton clothing for the humid/warm weather.
  • Voltage regulators. Voltage can fluctuate, so bring a regulator to protect your electronics.

All Americans visiting Gabon should register online with the U.S. Department of State before departure. This will inform the office of your travel plans within the country and will allow them to reach out in the case of an emergency or evacuation.

Once in Gabon, the information for the U.S. Embassy is:

U.S. Embassy Libreville
B.P. 4000
Libreville, Gabon
Telephone: +(241) 01-45-71-00
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(241) 07-38-01-71
Fax: +(241) 01-45-71-05
Email: LibrevilleACS@state.gov

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Gorillas in Gabon
What Should I Take To Gabon?
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