Malaria preventative medication is necessary. Please consult your own physician prior to coming to Zimbabwe. Use of insect repellants and concealing clothing in the evenings is recommended. Bilharzia is present in many dams and rivers. It is advisable to make minimal contact with kind of water; however Bilharzia is easily cured by a single dose of Biltricide or similar medication. Please consult your own physician.
AIDS is prevalent in Africa but can be avoided by refraining from irresponsible sexual behaviour. Medical Blood Bank serum and blood is tested prior to use.
Medical Air Rescue and Ambulance Services are available in most areas of Zimbabwe and insurance cover for this is available. Your Operator can assist you to obtain this cover.
Private as well as Government clinics, hospitals and doctors are available in the main centers, and your Professional Hunter has First Aid training.
Zimbabwe, like all other countries, has not been spared the effects of the COVID 19 pandemic and the country is currently under lockdown until 5th May 2020 in line with regional, international and WHO protocols. Visitors to Zimbabwe from affected countries will be placed under mandatory 21 days quarantine. Please check with your doctor prior to travel. The government of Zimbabwe through its Ministry of Health and Child Care MOHCC publishes daily updates on its twitter feed:
@MoHCCZim