At a glance
What travellers should know
- Effective repellent matters as much as tablets or vaccines for some diseases
- Different mosquitoes bite at different times of day
- Clothing and accommodation choices both make a difference
Repellent
Choose a repellent containing DEET, picaridin or a similar recommended active ingredient, and reapply as directed, especially after swimming or sweating.
Clothing and environment
Loose, long-sleeved clothing reduces exposed skin. Air conditioning, screened windows and treated nets all help reduce bites indoors and overnight.
Common questions
Mosquito Bite Prevention FAQs
Evidence generally supports DEET, picaridin and similar recommended active ingredients over natural alternatives for reliable protection in higher-risk areas.