Health advice in Argentina

Plan your trip

It’s important that you think carefully about the countries you might visit before, during and after your Sport Lived programme in Argentina. It will be easier for you to get the necessary vaccinations and medication in the UK prior to your departure than when you are travelling overseas. Vaccinations are mandatory in order to enter some South American countries and a certificate of vaccination is required for entry.

It’s also important to think about the activities you might want to undertake during your time overseas and obtain a suitable travel insurance policy. Common activities to consider include ski/snowboarding, bungee jumps, water sports, etc.

Vaccinations

If Argentina is the only country you plan to visit in South America, the vaccinations that are recommended for you to obtain are:

• Hepatitis A
• Typhoid
• Tetanus
• Polio

Below are the countries which border Argentina. We have listed additional vaccinations required if you visit these countries:

Bolivia

Yellow Fever
Meningitis

Brazil

Yellow Fever

Chile

No additional vaccinations to Argentina required

Paraguay

Yellow Fever*
*Certificate of vaccination required to entry country

Uruguay

No additional vaccinations to Argentina required

Mosquito and insect repellent

Rosario is located on the Paraná River. We therefore recommend that you bring Mosquito and Insect repellent to Argentina.

Travel insurance

It is essential that you have travel insurance for your Sport Lived programme. We will provide contact details of recommended a travel insurance policy in your Confirmation. Please think carefully about the activities which you might undertake whilst overseas and ensure your policy offers cover for these.

Safety

Most visits to Argentina are trouble free but, like any big country, sensible precautions will help ensure a stress free visit. You should keep a close eye on your personal belongings and hold on to them in public places such as internet cafes, train and bus stations where thefts can occur.