Commonly recommended vaccines
These are general recommendations. Your pharmacist will advise based on your specific itinerary and medical history.
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Health risks in Indonesia
Bali and Indonesia are among the world's most exciting destinations — and rabies is the vaccine most travellers don't know they need until it's too late. Rabies is endemic across Indonesia including Bali; stray and domestic dogs are the primary risk, and a bite or scratch far from a hospital can have life-threatening consequences if you're not pre-vaccinated. Hepatitis A, typhoid, and Japanese Encephalitis are also recommended depending on your itinerary. At Medway Travel Clinic in Gillingham, we can provide all recommended Bali and Indonesia vaccines in a single appointment — book at least 6 weeks before travel.
- Food and water-borne illness: hepatitis A and typhoid are prevalent; food hygiene standards vary widely across the archipelago.
- Mosquito-borne diseases: dengue fever is present throughout Indonesia including Bali; chikungunya is also a risk — apply repellent throughout the day.
- Japanese encephalitis: year-round risk countrywide including Bali, Java and Borneo — risk increases in rural and agricultural areas.
- Rabies: present in many animals across Indonesia including Bali — avoid all animal contact and seek immediate medical care after any bite or scratch.
- Tuberculosis: Indonesia has one of the world's highest TB burdens; long-stay travellers and healthcare workers should consider BCG if unvaccinated.
Our pharmacists at Medway Pharmacy, 465 Canterbury Street, Gillingham, Kent ME7 5LJ provide personalised travel health advice for Indonesia and all destinations. We serve Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood, Rainham, and the wider Kent area. Open 7 days a week, 7:30am–10pm — same-day appointments available, no GP referral needed.
Frequently asked questions about travel to Indonesia
Where can I get Indonesia (Bali) travel vaccinations in Kent?
Medway Pharmacy Travel Clinic at 465 Canterbury Street, Gillingham, Kent ME7 5LJ offers Indonesia and Bali travel vaccinations with same-day appointments available seven days a week until 10pm. No GP referral needed. We serve patients from across Medway, including Chatham, Rochester, Strood and Rainham.
How much do travel vaccinations for Indonesia cost?
Vaccinations for Indonesia start from £55 per vaccine at Medway Pharmacy, open until 10pm. Hepatitis A and typhoid are each £55, rabies pre-exposure vaccination is £85 per dose, and Japanese encephalitis is £95 per dose. Book a same-day appointment in Gillingham — no GP referral required.
How quickly can I get vaccinated for Indonesia?
Medway Pharmacy Travel Clinic provides same-day appointments seven days a week, 7:30am to 10pm — nearly 100 hours per week. There is no GP referral needed and no long waiting lists. Even last-minute travellers heading to Bali or elsewhere in Indonesia can be seen and vaccinated the same day.
Do I need a rabies vaccine for Bali or Indonesia?
Rabies pre-exposure vaccination is recommended for travellers to Bali and other Indonesian islands — particularly those planning outdoor activities, cycling, visiting rural areas, or staying for more than a month. Stray dogs are a significant risk on Bali. Pre-vaccination simplifies post-exposure treatment. Book at Medway Pharmacy in Gillingham — rabies vaccine from £85 per dose.
Is Japanese encephalitis a risk in Bali and Indonesia?
Japanese encephalitis occurs throughout Indonesia including Bali, Java and Borneo, with year-round risk. Vaccination is recommended for those staying for a month or more, travelling to rural areas, or with itineraries involving rice fields, farmland or wetlands. Our travel health advisors at Medway Pharmacy will assess your risk at your appointment.
Is dengue fever a risk in Bali?
Yes, dengue fever is widespread in Bali and across Indonesia. There is currently no vaccine routinely recommended for first-time travellers without prior infection. Protecting yourself means using an effective DEET-based repellent throughout the day, as the mosquitoes that carry dengue bite mainly during daylight hours. Our team can advise on the best bite-avoidance products at your travel consultation.
Ready to get protected?
Book a travel health appointment at Medway Pharmacy. Same-day slots available, open until 10pm.
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