Expert travel health advice and essential vaccines for your India trip. Same-day appointments available at our Chislehurst and Pond Pharmacy clinics.
Planning a trip to India from London? Our South East London travel clinics provide comprehensive vaccination services and expert travel health advice for India travellers. Whether you're visiting Delhi, Mumbai, Goa, Rajasthan, or Kerala, we'll ensure you're fully protected with the right vaccines and antimalarial medication. Our GPhC-registered pharmacists assess your specific itinerary and medical history to create a personalised vaccination plan tailored to your trip.
Ensure these are up to date before travel
Essential routine vaccine protecting against three serious viral infections. Most UK adults received this as children but check your records.
A combined booster vaccine recommended every 10 years for travellers. Protects against three potentially fatal diseases.
Essential for all travellers to India. Spread through contaminated food and water, Hepatitis A is endemic across the Indian subcontinent. Provides long-term immunity after a two-dose course.
Strongly advised depending on your itinerary
Recommended for longer stays or if you may be exposed to blood or body fluids. Particularly important for adventure travellers and those visiting rural areas.
Common in areas with poor sanitation. Spread through contaminated food and water. Essential for India — street food is a major part of the experience and typhoid is widespread in many regions.
Recommended if visiting rural areas, especially rice-growing regions of eastern and southern India, or staying for extended periods. Spread by mosquitoes and can cause serious neurological illness.
Strongly recommended for adventure travellers, rural visitors, and families with children. Stray dogs are extremely common across India, including in cities. Rabies is endemic and India has the highest number of rabies deaths globally.
May be mandatory depending on your route
Required if arriving from a country with risk of Yellow Fever transmission. India requires a certificate if travelling from or transiting through a country with Yellow Fever risk. Your pharmacist will advise based on your specific itinerary.
From the Taj Mahal to Kerala's backwaters — protecting your health means enjoying India to the fullest
Understanding potential health risks helps you prepare properly. Our pharmacists will assess your specific itinerary and activities to provide tailored advice.
Malaria risk varies across India — it is high in states like Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and parts of the Northeast, but low in major cities such as Delhi and Mumbai. Dengue fever is widespread throughout India, including urban areas. Chikungunya and Zika virus are also present. Use DEET-based repellents, sleep under treated mosquito nets in risk areas, and wear long sleeves during dawn and dusk.
Travellers' diarrhoea is common. Drink bottled water only, avoid ice from unknown sources, and be cautious with street food—choose busy stalls with fresh preparation. Typhoid and Hepatitis A are real risks from contaminated food and water, making vaccination essential before your trip.
Risk is higher in rural and agricultural areas, particularly rice-growing regions of eastern and southern India. The virus is spread by mosquitoes and can cause serious brain inflammation. Vaccination is recommended for travellers spending extended time in rural India or visiting during the rainy season (May–October).
India has one of the highest rates of rabies in the world. Stray dogs are extremely common in cities, towns, and rural areas. Monkeys are present at many temples and tourist sites. Rabies is fatal once symptoms appear. Pre-exposure vaccination is strongly recommended for all travellers, particularly those visiting rural areas, cycling, or travelling with children.
Malaria risk in India varies significantly by region and season. Major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Agra carry low risk, while states such as Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and parts of the Northeast have high transmission. Risk increases during and after the monsoon season (June to October). Our pharmacists will assess your specific itinerary and recommend whether antimalarial prophylaxis is needed for your trip.
States with the highest malaria transmission include Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and parts of the Northeast (Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Tripura). Goa and Rajasthan carry seasonal risk. Major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata are generally low risk but not entirely malaria-free. Both P. falciparum and P. vivax are present.
We prescribe Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil), Doxycycline, and Mefloquine. Our pharmacists will recommend the most suitable option based on your health, activities, and duration of stay. All options available in stock at both clinics.
Use DEET 50% insect repellent on exposed skin. Wear light-coloured long sleeves and trousers at dawn/dusk. Sleep under insecticide-treated mosquito nets in rural areas. We stock premium DEET repellents at both clinics.
From the Himalayas to Goa's beaches — book your travel consultation and get protected before you go
Call or visit either of our South East London clinics. We serve patients from Chislehurst, Bromley, Orpington, Sidcup, Bexley, and surrounding areas. Walk-ins welcome or book ahead by phone.
Our GPhC-registered pharmacists review your itinerary, medical history, and provide personalised India travel health advice. We'll identify exactly which vaccines and medications you need.
Receive your vaccines immediately. We stock all India travel vaccinations and can complete your course before departure. No waiting lists, no delays—get protected the same day.
59 Chislehurst Rd, Chislehurst BR7 5NP
Mon–Fri: 9am–6pm | Sat: 9am–1pm | Sun: Closed
59 High St, Chislehurst BR7 5AF
Mon–Fri: 8:30am–6:30pm | Sat: 9am–2pm | Sun: Closed
While based in Chislehurst, we welcome India travelers from across South East London and beyond. Easy access from Bromley, Orpington, Sidcup, Bexley, Eltham, Greenwich, Lewisham, and surrounding areas.
All prices include expert consultation and administration by qualified pharmacists
Ideally, book your India travel vaccination appointment 6–8 weeks before departure. However, we accommodate last-minute travellers with same-day appointments and can provide immediate protection for most vaccines. Even if your trip is just days away, it's always worth visiting our clinic—many vaccines offer rapid protection.
Best timing for multi-dose vaccines like Hepatitis B and Japanese Encephalitis. Allows your body to develop full immunity before departure. Rabies pre-exposure course can be completed in this timeframe.
Still time for single-dose vaccines (Hepatitis A, Typhoid) and accelerated courses. Antimalarial medication can be prescribed. First doses of multi-dose courses can begin.
Don't skip it! Many vaccines provide rapid protection. Hepatitis A and Typhoid can be given same-day. Antimalarial tablets available immediately. Some protection is always better than none.
Qualified specialists in travel health providing evidence-based vaccination advice
No ordering delays—we carry every recommended vaccine for India travel
Walk in or call ahead—no waiting weeks for your travel vaccination appointment
Transparent prices with package deals to save you money on your India vaccines
Trusted by thousands of patients across Chislehurst, Bromley, and beyond
Expert advice on all travel vaccines, antimalarials, and destination-specific health risks
Beyond vaccines—food safety tips, antimalarials, first aid kits, and travel insurance guidance
Child-safe dosing expertise and a welcoming environment for families travelling with children of all ages
While no vaccinations are legally mandatory for UK travellers entering India directly, several are strongly recommended by the NHS and WHO. Hepatitis A and Typhoid vaccinations are considered essential for all travellers. Additional vaccines like Hepatitis B, Japanese Encephalitis, and Rabies are recommended based on your activities and itinerary. Our pharmacists will assess your specific plans and advise accordingly.
Individual vaccines range from £35–£95 per dose. Our Essential India Package starts from £120 (Hepatitis A + Typhoid + consultation), and the Comprehensive Package from £280 (including Hep A&B, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis + consultation). All prices include expert consultation and administration. We offer competitive pricing with package discounts to make travel health affordable.
Yes! We offer same-day appointments at both our clinics. While 6–8 weeks before departure is ideal, most single-dose vaccines like Hepatitis A and Typhoid can be given right up until your departure date and still offer significant protection. Walk-ins are welcome, or call ahead to guarantee your slot.
A Yellow Fever certificate is required if you are arriving in India from or transiting through a country with risk of Yellow Fever transmission. It is not required for travellers flying directly from the UK. Your pharmacist will confirm whether you need the vaccine and certificate based on your specific itinerary and routing.
Malaria risk in India varies by region and season. The highest-risk states are Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and parts of the Northeast (Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Tripura). Goa and Rajasthan carry seasonal risk, particularly during and after the monsoon (June to October). Major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Agra, and Jaipur are generally low risk. Both Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax are present. Our pharmacists will assess your specific itinerary and advise whether antimalarial prophylaxis is recommended.
Ideally 6–8 weeks before departure for full vaccine courses. However, many single-dose vaccines can be given 2–4 weeks before travel. Even last-minute travellers benefit from same-day single-dose vaccines. Hepatitis B requires 3 doses over 21 days (accelerated schedule), and Japanese Encephalitis needs 2 doses 28 days apart. Book as early as possible, but don't delay—coming late is always better than not coming at all.
Expert travel health services across South East London. Serving Chislehurst, Bromley, Orpington, Sidcup, Bexley, and surrounding areas.
