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Stay Healthy in Indonesia: Your Doctor-Backed Travel Health Guide

by: Dr. Paul Chang, General Practitioner, Regis Medical

Planning a trip to Indonesia? Stay healthy and stress-free with vaccination advice, health kit essentials, and travel safety tips from the doctors at Regis Medical Singapore.

For the latest and complete list of required or recommended vaccines for specific locations, please refer to official sources such as MOH, WHO, or CDC. This page provides general guidance on travel vaccines for various countries.

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  • Vaccines
  • Pre-Travel Screening & Advice
  • Emergency Medication
  • Travel Health Tips
  • Post-Travel Health Tips

Why Singaporeans Love Visiting Indonesia

Travel smart China with vaccine advice, essential tests, and health tips from Regis Medical Singapore GP Doctors.

Indonesia is a favourite getaway for Singaporeans — from quick weekend trips to Batam and Bintan, to shopping in Jakarta, and beach holidays in Bali.

In 2023, over 1.2 million Singaporeans visited Indonesia — making it one of the most travelled international destinations from Changi Airport.

Visa-free travel (30 days), short flight times, and affordable options for wellness, luxury, and culture make it a top choice year-round.

Best time to go: May–September (dry season, best for beaches and outdoor trips), October–April (green season, fewer crowds, lush scenery):

  • Batam & Bintan – Spa weekends, resorts, golf
  • Jakarta – Shopping, business, city breaks
  • Bali – Wellness, beaches, cafés, surfing
  • Yogyakarta – Culture, temples, Borobudur
  • Surabaya / Medan – Family visits and local cuisine

Vaccines to Consider Before Going to Indonesia

Recommended Vaccines for Indonesia:

  • Influenza Vaccine – Recommended year-round due to crowd exposure
  • Hepatitis A – For seasonal protection, especially if travelling during flu season or in crowded public places.
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine - For long stays or potential medical exposure.
  • Japanese Encephalitis – Optional, for extended stay in rural areas, especially from May to October.
  • Pneumococcal – For travellers age 65 above or those with chronic heart, lung, liver, or kidney disease.
  • Typhoid – especially if visiting rural areas, eating at local restaurants, or staying for extended periods. .

Routine Vaccines when travelling:

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before travelling to India.

  • Chickenpox (Varicella)
  • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTAP)
  • Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
  • Polio
  • Shingles Vaccine

*For the latest and complete list of required or recommended vaccines for specific parts of India, please refer to official sources such as MOH, WHO, or CDC. 

Vaccine Price Recommended Dosage
Hepatitis A $88 2 doses, 6 months apart
First dose at least 2 weeks before travel
Hepatitis B $45 3 doses: at 0, 1, and 6 months
Booster: at least 2 weeks before travel if previously vaccinated
Influenza Vaccine $45 1 dose annually
Take at least 2 weeks before travel
Pneumococcal (Prevenar 20) $250 1 dose
At least 2 weeks before travel
Typhoid $39 1 dose
At least 2 weeks before travel
Japanese Encephalitis N/A 2 doses, 28 days apart
Start at least 5 weeks before travel

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Our doctor may recommend a serology (antibody) test to check your immunity levels. In some cases, a booster dose may suffice.

Prices are listed in SGD for 1 dose only and exclude GST. Mandatory consultation and administration charges apply.

*Prices last updated on 1 July 2024. Subject to change.

Pre-Travel Health Screening & Advice

Who should screen?

  • Elderly
  • People with chronic medical conditions
  • Immunocompromised individuals
  • Travellers doing outdoor adventure, water sports, or long stays

Suggested tests:

  • Hepatitis A/B immunity check
  • General health review if staying long-term or doing outdoor activities
  • Glucose, cholesterol, and blood pressure monitoring (especially for older travellers)

Pack These: Emergency Medications & Health Kit

Whether you're heading to a Jakarta mall or Batam beach resort, pack a compact travel health kit which may come in handy:

  • Flu medicine or lozenges
  • Plasters and antiseptic cream
  • Eye drops and moisturiser lotion
  • Anti-diarrhoea meds (street food may cause GI upset)
  • Motion sickness tablets (for ferry rides)
  • UTI medication
  • Antihistamines (for bug bites or allergies)
  • Fever meds and lozenges
  • Mosquito repellent (dengue is present in many cities)
  • Sunscreen & after-sun lotion (Bali’s sun is strong!)
  • Paracetamol and flu medication
  • Hand sanitiser & wet wipes

While You’re There: Protecting Your Health

Do not drink tap water – only drink bottled or filtered

Avoid ice cubes in drinks at small stalls unless they use bottled ice

Eat only freshly cooked food, especially at beach clubs and markets

Avoid swimming in unchlorinated pools or rivers

Keep insect repellent on, especially in the evenings

Watch for monkeys in Ubud – they may bite or steal belongings

Always wear helmets on scooters – accidents are common

Watch for poor air quality in Jakarta during haze periods

After You Return: Post-Travel Watchlist

Be alert for:

  • Fever, fatigue, or stomach upset within 7–10 days of return
  • If symptoms occur, consult a GP — particularly if you had street food often or you visited rural areas.
  • Mosquito-related illnesses (dengue, chikungunya) if you feel unwell

At Regis Medical, we offer rapid tests for flu, and gastrointestinal infections at our clinic.

Travel Health Checklist

✅ Vaccines completed

✅ Meds packed

✅ Mosquito repellent ready

✅ Travel insurance arranged

✅ Emergency contact card in bag

✅ Nearest hospital of your destination bookmarked

Planning a Trip to Indonesia?

Visit Regis Medical for a Pre-Travel Vaccines and Health Consult — personalised for your destination, itinerary, and health needs.

Book Your Appointment Now

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