Albania
Risk / Health Info for Albania
You’ll want to make sure your routine vaccinations are up to date before leaving for Albania. Medical and dental facilities outside the main cities of Albania are poor. It is best to stick to bottled water as tap water can be of poor quality, and unpasteurized milk should be also be avoided. It is highly recommended that you purchase travel health insurance before you leave Canada because provincial or territorial health plans may not cover medical costs while abroad. Contact your provincial or territorial health authority for more information.
- Altitude in Albania
- Parts of Albania are higher than 2,400m, and travellers planning to spend time at a high altitude should take steps to protect themselves against the potentially life-threatening acute mountain sickness. Your healthcare provider can help with this.
Recommended Vaccines for Albania
| Vaccine Name | Course |
|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | 2 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and B combined (adult) | 3 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and B combined (paediatric) | 2 Doses |
| Hepatitis A (paediatric) | 1 Dose |
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About Albania
The Balkan republic of Albania is a developing country that recently opened to foreign investors. It’s an increasingly popular tourist destination because of its Mediterranean climate and extensive coastline.
top Tips for travelling to Albania
Often referred to as the Albanian Riviera, the 120 km Ionian coastline is known for its pristine beaches, lack of tourists and close proximity to Italy and Greece. Skanderbeg Castle in Kruje has a museum dedicated to Skanderbeg, Albania’s national hero. Global Affairs Canada advises against travel to some areas of Albania. Check before you go.