Travel Health
Vaccinations Ecuador (incl. Galapagos eilanden)
For Ecuador (incl. Galapagos eilanden), LCR recommends DTP, Hepatitis A, Altitude sickness, Mosquitoes, Rabies, among others.
General advice
DTP
DTP vaccination is recommended for all travelers. Get the vaccination against DTP before you go to this country.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travelers. Get the vaccination before you go to this country.
Altitude sickness
In this country, you can develop altitude sickness. It can happen when you stay at elevations above 2,500 metres.
Mosquitoes
There are illnesses in this country that you can get from mosquitoes, for example zika virus, chikungunya and dengue (break-bone fever). Protect yourself well against mosquito bites during the day (between sunrise and sunset). See also the leaflet ' Muggenwering op reis ' (available in Dutch).
Rabies
Mammals in this country may have rabies. Avoid any contact with mammals. Before you travel to this country, ask an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre if you need a vaccination against rabies.
Depends on your trip
Chikungunya
In this country, chikungunya occurs. Whether you need a vaccination against chikungunya depends on the individual. Consult a n expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.
Dengue
You may get dengue (break-bone fever) in this country. Vaccination is recommended for some people before they go to this country. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.
Yellow fever
Due to the risk of yellow fever, vaccination is recommended. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory if you are coming from a country where yellow fever occurs. This vaccination requirement also applies if you have a layover of more than 12 hours in a country where yellow fever is present. The vaccination must be administered at least 10 days before arrival.
Other points to watch
Malaria
There is malaria in some areas. Protect yourself against mosquito bites from sunset to sunrise. See also the leaflet ' Muggenwering op reis ' (available in Dutch). Some people will also need to take tablets to prevent malaria. For example, if you do not have a spleen or if your spleen is not functioning properly . The type of tablets needed varies per person. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.
Source: National Coordination Centre for Travellers' Health (LCR). Last updated June 18, 2026 · Open the LCR page
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Frequently asked questions
- Which vaccinations are required for Ecuador (incl. Galapagos eilanden)?
- LCR lists vaccination(s) that may be required for entry to Ecuador (incl. Galapagos eilanden): Yellow fever. Always check the latest entry rules with a travel clinic.
- Which vaccinations are recommended for Ecuador (incl. Galapagos eilanden)?
- According to LCR, travel to Ecuador (incl. Galapagos eilanden) typically includes: DTP, Hepatitis A, Altitude sickness, Mosquitoes, Rabies. Whether you need them depends on your health, trip length and activities.
- When should I get travel vaccinations?
- Book a travel clinic appointment 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Some vaccines need more than one dose.
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