Travel health

Traveling overseas? Book a pre-travel health consultation at Tend Symonds Street and get the vaccinations, prescriptions and health advice you need before you go.

Travel vaccinations Auckland

Many popular holiday destinations pose health risks that don’t exist in New Zealand. From mosquito-borne illnesses like malaria and Japanese encephalitis to food and waterborne diseases like hepatitis A and typhoid, the right travel vaccinations can make all the difference.

As Auckland’s trusted travel clinic, we’ll review your entire itinerary and recommend only the travel vaccines you actually need. Whether you’re heading to Bali for a week or backpacking through Southeast Asia, our travel doctors will create a personalised vaccination plan based on your destinations, activities and medical history.

As an official Yellow Fever vaccination centre, our travel medicine qualified doctors provide expert advice tailored to your destination, itinerary and health history.

Common travel vaccines we provide: 

  • Diphtheria
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Japanese Encephalitis
  • Malaria
  • Meningococcal A, C, W and Y
  • Meningococcal B
  • Meningococcal C
  • Pertussis (Whooping cough)
  • Polio
  • Rabies
  • Tetanus
  • Travellers' Diarrhoea
  • Typhoid Fever
  • Yellow Fever (with international certificate)

Popular destinations from New Zealand

Heading somewhere specific? We’ve created dedicated travel vaccination guides for New Zealand’s most popular holiday destinations:

Vaccinations for BaliWhat you need to know before travelling to Bali, including recommended vaccines, rabies risk and Bali belly prevention.

Vaccinations for ThailandRecommended vaccines, malaria risk areas and what to expect at your travel consultation.

Don’t see your destination? No problem. Our travel doctors can advise on travel vaccinations for any country worldwide.

Why choose Tend for travel health

  • Official Yellow Fever vaccination centre – We can issue International Certificates of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP), required for entry to many countries in Africa and South America. If you need a Yellow Fever vaccine Auckland has limited providers – Tend is one of the few accredited centres.
  • Qualified travel doctor Auckland trusts – Our GPs and nurses have specialist training in travel medicine, so you get expert advice, not generic recommendations.
  • All travel vaccines and medications – We carry a full range of vaccines, can issue malaria tablet and emergency medicine prescriptions so you can get everything done in a single visit.
  • Easy online booking – Enquire online and we’ll get back to you to confirm your appointment. No referral needed.
  • Free parking at Symonds Street – Plenty of free parking available, plus a bus stop right outside the clinic.
  • Full medical centre – We’re not just a travel clinic. As a full general medical centre, we can help with your everyday health needs too.

Travel health consultation

For every traveller – $139 consultation fee per person
Provider: Travel medicine qualified GP/NP

Duration: 15 minutes consult + 15 minutes vaccination (if required)

What's included:
- Review of your entire travel itinerary
- All recommended vaccines for your destinations
- Malaria tablets prescription (if needed)
- Emergency medication prescriptions to take with you
- Yellow fever vaccine and international certificate (if needed)
- Detailed, custom health advice for your trip

Best for: Multi-stop trips, travel to remote or high-risk areas, or if you have existing health conditions.

Please note: Travel vaccinations are charged separately, with transparent per-dose pricing discussed at the time of your travel consultation. The $139 fee covers your appointment and personalised health advice only.

Please note: X-rays are done off-site and are not included in the prices listed on our website. Any X-ray costs will be charged separately by the X-ray provider.

Locations

Tend Symonds Street Medical Centre
CLINIC OPENING HOURS

7:30 am – 5:30 pm weekdays


Frequently asked questions

What travel health services does Tend Symonds Street offer?
We provide comprehensive pre-travel health consultations, including all recommended travel vaccinations, malaria tablets, emergency medication prescriptions and personalised health advice. As an official Yellow Fever vaccination centre, we can also issue international vaccination certificates.

Whether you need travel vaccinations NZ-wide or a specialist travel doctor whose Auckland-based, Tend has you covered.

When should I book my travel health appointment?
We recommend booking your travel health consultation 6–8 weeks before your departure date. Some vaccines require more than one dose and take time to become fully effective. If you’re travelling sooner, don’t worry – we can still provide tailored advice and last-minute protection where appropriate.
What travel vaccinations might I need?
The travel vaccines you need depend on your destination, planned activities, length of stay and current vaccination status. Common travel vaccinations include Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Japanese Encephalitis and Rabies.

Our travel doctors will review your itinerary and provide personalised recommendations.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring: your travel plans (flights, hotels, activities), any old vaccination records if you have them, a list of any medications you take and your passport.
How much do travel vaccinations cost?
The $139 consultation fee covers your appointment and personalised health advice. Travel vaccines are charged separately on a per-dose basis. We’ll give you clear pricing during your appointment before you decide, so there are no surprises.
Do you provide Yellow Fever vaccine NZ international certificates (ICVP)?
Yes. Tend Symonds Street is an official Yellow Fever vaccination centre, which means we can administer the Yellow Fever vaccine and issue the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis that many countries require for entry.

For Yellow Fever vaccine Auckland has very few accredited providers, and Tend is one of them.
Which destinations are considered high-risk for travel?
High-risk areas where you'll likely need extra travel vaccines or malaria tablets include:

Africa: Most countries in sub-Saharan Africa including Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, and countries in Central and West Africa

Asia: India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Thailand, and other parts of Southeast Asia (higher risk for hepatitis, typhoid, Japanese encephalitis, and rabies)

South America: Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Venezuela, and surrounding countries

Caribbean: Cuba and Jamaica

Polio areas: Afghanistan, Pakistan, Yemen, Somalia, and parts of Central Africa

Your exact needs depend on where you're staying and what you're doing – we'll give you personalised advice at your appointment.
Can I get malaria tablet prescriptions for travel?
Yes. Our travel doctors can prescribe antimalarial medication during your pre-travel health consultation. We’ll recommend the right malaria tablets based on your destination, length of stay and any other medications you take. Malaria tablets are particularly important for travel to parts of Africa and Southeast Asia.

Still have questions?

Go to our support centre for more info or contact us:
PHONE
09 300 5076
7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday

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