Low riskOceania · PolynesiaCook Islands Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Cook Islands carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you are current on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers over 1 year old. Special dosing applies for infants and high-risk travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers of any age.
Measles
All international travelers need full measles vaccination with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if staying with locals or visiting smaller cities and rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Cook Islands. Consider pre-exposure rabies vaccine if you'll have high-risk animal contact or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Cook Islands.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
999
Medical / Ambulance
998
Fire
996
U.S. Embassy
+64-9-366-5644
Cook Islands travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Cook Islands?▼
For travel to Cook Islands, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Cook Islands?▼
No — Cook Islands is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Cook Islands?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Cook Islands is currently rated low risk. Cook Islands carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Cook Islands?▼
Key emergency numbers in Cook Islands are Police 999, Medical / Ambulance 998, Fire 996 and U.S. Embassy +64-9-366-5644. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.