Travelers heading to Tayrona National Park, one of the mandatory yellow fever compliance regions, are required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination before entering.
Updated Travel Health Information
As of May 2025, Colombia’s Ministry of Health has updated its recommendations around yellow fever vaccination for travelers visiting certain regions of the country. If your guests are heading into natural parks, remote areas, or protected ecosystems, here’s what you, and they, should know.
Who Should Get Vaccinated?
Travelers visiting areas classified as High or Very High Risk, including several national parks and jungle regions, must show proof of yellow fever vaccination. The vaccine must be administered at least 10 days before entering these areas.
This applies to:
- Guests visiting remote or forested areas.
- Travelers entering national parks or nature reserves, such as Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park, Tayrona National Park, or various sites in the Amazon reserves.
- Guides, staff, and drivers accompanying tours in at-risk regions.
Are you not sure if your destination is in a risk zone? Ask your WhereNext DMC Travel Concierge Team or check the official Ministry of Health yellow fever page (in Spanish).
Vaccine Details
If you’re already in Colombia, it’s available free of charge at public and private clinics nationwide.
- Valid for life: only one dose is needed.
- Recommended for everyone over 9 months of age.
- Points of vaccination include airports, terminals, and border areas.
Documentation
- A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate may be required to enter certain areas, like national parks.
- A WHO-recognized International Certificate of Vaccination (ICVP) is recommended for international guests.
- Medical exceptions require a certificate and a signed waiver.
- Guests who choose not to be vaccinated must sign a declaration acknowledging the risks.
Good to Know
- Yellow fever vaccination is not required to enter Colombia.
- The requirement only applies to select regions with ecological or conservation significance.
Our Commitment
At WhereNext DMC, we’re committed to keeping your guests informed, safe, and free to enjoy the incredible diversity of Colombia’s landscapes and culture. We’ll continue to monitor updates from the Ministry of Health and provide support for your team and travelers.
For the most up-to-date information, visit the Colombia Travel health and vaccines page.
