FIND THE RIGHT ANSWERFrequently asked questions
What Happens In Case of Natural Event Disaster?
WHAT HAPPENS IF THERE IS A CAR BREAK DOWN DURING A TRIP?
In case of joining a pre-existing tour with a vendor, it is the vendor’s responsibility to arrange for a back up vehicle or repair the vehicle in use in the shortest time-frame possible.
DO WE PROVIDE SECURITY TO OUR CUSTOMERS?
DO WE PROVIDE SECURITY TO CORPORATE CUSTOMERS?
Choosing a trip
Which style of trip is right for me?
Our three styles of travel – Regular, Advanced and VIP – cover a whole gamut of travel experiences. To find out which one has ‘You’ written all over it, visit our trip styles page.
Are trips physically demanding?
Want to lie in a hammock and not move until cocktail hour? We’ve got a trip for that. Want to power up the side of mountain at high altitude? We’ve also got a trip for that. To determine what type of trip suits you best, each of our trips comes with a Physical Rating to let you know how physically demanding it is… or isn’t. Find out more about ratings.
Does Discover Pakistan have family trips?
Discover Pakistan offers a wide range of Family Adventures with-in and out of Pakistan. The minimum age (for Family trips) varies depending on destination, and Discover Pakistan has set minimum ages to ensure that the included activities suit each age range. Additionally, you’ll notice that some of the more adventurous destinations have a higher minimum age. Please click here full details and FAQs associated with our Family Adventures.
Who are Discover Pakistan travelers?
Discover Pakistan adventures are for travelers with a yearning to get off the beaten track. Whether you’re travelling solo, with a group of friends, or are aged 18 or 70, there is an Discover Pakistan adventure to suit your interests and comfort level. Each Discover Pakistan adventure has a physical and cultural grading to help you decide if the trip is right for you. No special skills are required for most adventures, just a sense of adventure and a curiosity about the world. Even on our hiking/camping adventures no previous experience is required; our tents are easy to set up, even for first-time hikers/campers.
How many people will be on my trip?
Good things come in small packages, which is why we keep our group sizes down. This means we’re small enough to remain flexible as we thread our way through communities without intimidating the locals. On most of our trips you’ll be part of an intimate group of 13-21 people (depends on selected vehicle), though our group sizes are on average 21 people. Our Overland trips are in purpose-built vehicles that can carry travelers. Group sizes are displayed on each trip’s overview page on our website.
Are there age restrictions on your trips?
For the majority of our trips the minimum age is 15. An adult must accompany all children under the age of 18. Our Overland Adventures have a minimum age of 18. Younger children can join us on our Family trips and Short Break Adventures, but check each trip for its minimum age, which is located on the trip’s overview page on the website. Most of our trips don’t have a maximum age limit, but a Self-Assessment Form is required for all passengers 70 years and over.
I’m travelling alone – is that OK?
This is the beauty of the Discover Pakistan style of travel: many of our travelers join because they are travelling solo and want to meet and share experiences with like-minded people. Find out more
If I am travelling solo, will I be charged a single supplement?
As a solo traveler, you will be paired up with another passenger of the same gender as per your NIC information. If you’re not comfortable sharing a room with someone of the same gender, you also have the choice to pay for a single supplement (available on the majority of our trips).
Can we book a triple room?
Depending on the trip style you choose, our trips are organised on a twin, triple or multi-share basis. As our bookings are made well in advance, individual room requests can’t be guaranteed.
Can I book a single room?
You can book pre and post accommodation on a single basis; however, throughout your Discover Pakistan trip, rooming is organised on a twin-share basis or a quad (4-persons sharing). Some trips do have a single supplement available – check a trip’s overview page on our website, or their Trip Notes, to see whether a single supplement is offered. If so, please request this at the time of booking.
I have special dietary requirements – will they be catered for?
We will try our very hardest to accommodate all dietary requirements but in some out-of-the-way places it can be very difficult to guarantee. We will let you know if there are places on your itinerary where this is the case. Please let us know at the time of booking of any food requirements or allergies and we’ll pass the information onto your leader. It is also a great idea to bring a card with your dietary requirements written in the local language for those times you are eating away from the group.
What will the food be like on my trip?
Food is one of the most exciting parts of travel. There may be some familiar fare but often you’ll be confronted with the new, interesting and downright weird of the culinary world but we like to think of it as an adventure for all the senses. In addition to this, our flexible itineraries often allow you to eat with the group or branch out on your own – this means you can eat to suit any budget or desire.
DO WE ALLOW WEAPONS, DRUGS, ALCOHOL ON TRIPS?
Weapons, drugs and alcohol are strictly prohibited on all Discover Pakistan trips.
Which style of trip is right for me?
Our three styles of travel – Regular, Advanced and VIP – cover a whole gamut of travel experiences. To find out which one has ‘You’ written all over it, visit our trip styles page.
Are trips physically demanding?
Want to lie in a hammock and not move until cocktail hour? We’ve got a trip for that. Want to power up the side of mountain at high altitude? We’ve also got a trip for that. To determine what type of trip suits you best, each of our trips comes with a Physical Rating to let you know how physically demanding it is… or isn’t. Find out more about ratings.
Does Discover Pakistan have family trips?
Discover Pakistan offers a wide range of Family Adventures with-in and out of Pakistan. The minimum age (for Family trips) varies depending on destination, and Discover Pakistan has set minimum ages to ensure that the included activities suit each age range. Additionally, you’ll notice that some of the more adventurous destinations have a higher minimum age. Please click here full details and FAQs associated with our Family Adventures.
Who are Discover Pakistan travelers?
Discover Pakistan adventures are for travelers with a yearning to get off the beaten track. Whether you’re travelling solo, with a group of friends, or are aged 18 or 70, there is an Discover Pakistan adventure to suit your interests and comfort level. Each Discover Pakistan adventure has a physical and cultural grading to help you decide if the trip is right for you. No special skills are required for most adventures, just a sense of adventure and a curiosity about the destination. Even on our hiking/camping adventures no previous experience is required; our tents are easy to set up, even for first-time hikers/campers.
How many people will be on my trip?
Good things come in small packages, which is why we keep our group sizes down. This means we’re small enough to remain flexible as we thread our way through communities without intimidating the locals. On most of our trips you’ll be part of an intimate group of 13-21 people, though our group sizes. Our Overland trips are in purpose-built vehicles that can carry up to 22 travelers. Group sizes are displayed on each trip’s overview page on our website.
Are there age restrictions on your trips?
For the majority of our trips the minimum age is 15. An adult must accompany all children under the age of 18. Our Overland Adventures have a minimum age of 18. Younger children can join us on our Family trips and Short Break Adventures, but check each trip for its minimum age, which is located on the trip’s overview page on the website. Most of our trips don’t have a maximum age limit, but a Self-Assessment Form is required for all passengers 70 years and over.
I’m Discover Pakistan alone – is that OK?
This is the beauty of the Discover Pakistan style of travel: many of our travelers join because they are travelling solo and want to meet and share experiences with like-minded people. Find out more
If I am travelling solo, will I be charged a single supplement?
As a solo traveler, you will be paired up with another passenger of the same gender as per your NIC information. If you’re not comfortable sharing a room with someone of the same gender, you also have the choice to pay for a single supplement (available on the majority of our trips).
Can we book a triple room?
Depending on the trip style you choose, our trips are organised on a twin or quad (4-persons) even a multi-share basis. As our bookings are made well in advance, individual room requests can’t be guaranteed.
Can I book a single room?
You can book pre and post accommodation on a single basis; however, throughout your Discover Pakistan trip, rooming is organised on a twin-share basis. Some trips do have a single supplement available – check a trip’s overview page on our website, or their Trip Notes, to see whether a single supplement is offered. If so, please request this at the time of booking.
I have special dietary requirements – will they be catered for?
We will try our very hardest to accommodate all dietary requirements but in some out-of-the-way places it can be very difficult to guarantee. We will let you know if there are places on your itinerary where this is the case. Please let us know at the time of booking of any food requirements or allergies and we’ll pass the information onto your leader. It is also a great idea to bring a card with your dietary requirements written in the local language for those times you are eating away from the group.
What will the food be like on my trip?
Food is one of the most exciting parts of travel. There may be some familiar fare but often you’ll be confronted with the new, interesting and downright weird of the culinary world but we like to think of it as an adventure for all the senses. In addition to this, our flexible itineraries often allow you to eat with the group or branch out on your own – this means you can eat to suit any budget or desire.
DO WE ALLOW WEAPONS, DRUGS, ALCOHOL ON TRIPS?
COCAINE, HEROINE, ICE, CRYSTAL METH or any other drugs of this Nature (If found any, will be immediately reported to Police). Hash/Weed/Hemp/Alcoholic beverages/Psychedelics (If you bring any, it will be on your own risk).
Before you depart
Note: For Foreign Tourists
What is the currency in Pakistan? How much should I take in credit cards/cash? Can I use my credit card during my trip?
Our Trip Notes include a section on ‘Spending money’. Please refer to this for an idea on budgets. Travellers’ cheques are not common practice anymore so it is a good idea to travel with a Pak Rupees credit card and ATM card, or a bank issued ‘cash card’ specifically for travel. Having a couple of options will assure that you are covered if one doesn’t work. In certain situations it comes down to potluck if you can withdraw money. One day it’ll work, the next it won’t, but it will work for your friend… Go figure! Visa cards are more widely accepted than MasterCard.
How do I obtain Trip Notes/itinerary for full details of my trip?
Make sure you bring these with you. Every trip has a set of trip notes, accessible on our website, that gives you in-depth information about all aspects of your trip. To access your Trip Notes, please visit your trip’s specific facts page on our website. The Trip Notes are accessible at the top of this page.
Do I need Covid-19 vaccination certificate (Govt Pakistan declared Sop’s Accordingly?
vaccination certificate is compulsory for all Discover Pakistan travelers and should be taken out at the time of boarding. You must provide proof of your vaccination on the first day of your trip; you will not be able to join the trip without it.
How do I find out about the visa requirements for the trip I am interested in?
While we do include information in our Trip Notes about visa requirements, we always recommend that our foreign travelers check with their local embassy as visa rules can change without warning. Embassy websites in your home country will always have information about requirements, visa costs and will provide the required forms. If you are uncomfortable with the visa process, you can visit a travel agent who can arrange these for you at a cost.
How do I organise my Visa?
Please contact the relevant local embassy, or visit your travel agent, to organise your visa/s.
Do you help with Visas?
Discover Pakistan can’t assist in the actual application of visas, but you can do this through the embassy or with the support of a travel agent.
My application says I need a letter of invitation or other supporting documentation, do you provide these?
Discover Pakistan will provide you supportive documentation in order to apply for your visa. The ‘visa section’ of you Trip Notes will include information about what you need to send to us (scanned passports, employment letters, etc. (declared as per Government Of Pakistan ).
How safe are my belongings whilst on the trip?
While we take all the precautions we can to make sure your belongings are safe but your prime responsibility is moor important than us, we are travelling to some exciting destinations that are sometimes home to some pretty skilled thieves. Travel insurance is a must and a lockable bag or money belt will always help too.
What is the best way to carry money?
We recommend having access to money from a variety of sources – cash and bank cards are all commonly used. Check your Trip Notes and the relevant Destination Page on our website for more destination-specific information.
What type of luggage do you recommend I take?
On most Intrepid trips you will be required to carry your own luggage, sometimes up stairs and on and off transport. We therefore recommend you travel with a backpack.
Can I store excess luggage at the starting point hotel?
Most starting point hotels can store your excess luggage for you; however, this is at your own risk. Often a nominal fee is charged for this service. Of course, this is only an advantage if your trip is circular (i.e. returning to the same starting point).
Do I need to bring a sleeping bag?
We only have a handful of itineraries where sleeping bags are required and these are generally trips that involve camping. When we use home stays, blankets are provided but some travelers feel more comfortable with their own sleeping bag or sleep sheet. This decision is a personal preference. Refer to your Trip Notes if you are unsure whether a sleeping bag is required.