Chikungunya Vaccine

What is Chikungunya?

Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne virus found in parts of Africa, Asia, the Indian Ocean islands, the Caribbean and the Americas.

Chikungunya is spread by infected Aedes mosquitoes, which often bite during the daytime.

Where Chikungunya is present

Reported in parts of South and Central America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Paraguay and surrounding countries.

Reported across the Caribbean, including island destinations where outbreaks can occur.

Reported in parts of Africa, including East, Central and West African countries.

Reported in South Asia and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Indonesia and nearby destinations.

Reported in Indian Ocean islands including Réunion, Mauritius, Seychelles and the Maldives.

Risk changes by season and outbreak activity, so your appointment includes a destination-specific check before vaccination.

Symptoms of Chikungunya

• Sudden fever
• Severe joint pain
• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Rash
• Fatigue

Why get the Chikungunya vaccine

Travellers visiting areas with a current outbreak or recent local transmission.

People staying for longer periods, visiting friends and relatives, or spending time outdoors in mosquito-prone areas.

Travellers with itineraries involving rural, jungle, coastal or island locations where mosquito exposure may be higher.

People who want extra protection alongside mosquito bite avoidance measures.

Potential side effects of Chikungunya vaccine

• Sore arm
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Muscle or joint aches
• Mild fever

Why choose our specialist team

Every appointment is personalised to your destination, trip length and planned activities, with clear timing guidance — including short-notice travel where possible. You’ll also leave with practical travel health advice covering bite avoidance, food and water safety, and any medicines you might need.

What to expect during your appointment

We keep your travel vaccine appointment simple, clear and tailored to your journey.

Your appointment starts with a travel risk assessment — we’ll review your destination, dates, medical history and any previous vaccines.

From there you’ll get tailored advice on the vaccines recommended for your trip, along with any travel health precautions worth taking.

If a vaccine or medicine is right for you, it can usually be supplied during the same appointment.