Pakistan

Pakistan
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Traveling to Pakistan? Land Connected.

Pakistan is one of Asia's great surprises — Mughal mosques and forts, a food-obsessed Lahore, and the high valleys of the Karakoram, all in a country where visitors are welcomed with unusual warmth. Data from touchdown makes it manageable: maps for sprawling cities, ride-hailing in town, and bookings for drivers and tours in the north. Install your CGOO eSIM before you fly and you connect on arrival, without hunting for a SIM shop.

Choose the Plan That Fits Your Trip

  • Fixed data or unlimited: pick from the plan grid above by trip length and data use — fixed-data plans for maps, messaging and light browsing, unlimited plans for heavy use and hotspotting.
  • Instant delivery: your QR code and installation link are emailed within minutes of checkout. Install before your flight; validity starts on the day you activate.
  • Good to know: your phone must support eSIM (dial *#06# and look for an EID), and your 15-digit IMEI is required at checkout so your eSIM can be provisioned.

Travel Highlights

  • Hunza Valley: terraced villages, apricot orchards and high peaks in the Karakoram, with Baltit and Altit forts above Karimabad.
  • Lahore: the cultural capital — Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort and the old city's food streets, plus the Wagah border ceremony.
  • Islamabad: the planned capital at the foot of the Margalla Hills, with Faisal Mosque and hiking trails above the city.
  • Karachi: the port megacity — Clifton Beach, Mohatta Palace and the markets of Saddar.
  • Skardu region: the gateway to the high Karakoram, with lakes, desert dunes and mountain roads for the more adventurous traveller.

Getting Around

  • Airport to the city: the main gateways are Jinnah International (KHI) in Karachi, Allama Iqbal International (LHE) in Lahore and Islamabad International (ISB). For a late-night arrival, arrange a hotel transfer or use the official airport taxi desk for the first ride, as app-car supply can be thin at night.
  • City transport: city buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis cover the big cities; agree taxi fares in advance where no meter or app is used.
  • Ride-hailing — yes, available: inDrive is the market leader across major cities, where you propose a fare and drivers accept or counter it; Yango quotes a fixed price upfront, and Bykea covers bikes, rickshaws and cars. Uber stopped operating its own app in Pakistan in 2024 and Careem suspended ride-hailing in 2025, so do not count on either.
  • Intercity travel: inDrive city-to-city rides, intercity buses and domestic flights connect the main cities; mountain roads in the north are slow and weather-dependent, so allow extra time.

Safety and Practical Tips

Conditions vary a lot by region in Pakistan, so check current official travel advice for your passport before you go and again before travelling to any new area. Stick to the main tourist areas, use registered guides and drivers in the north, and expect security checkpoints on some routes.

In the cities, take normal care with valuables in crowded markets, agree fares in advance, and allow extra time for traffic. Dress modestly, especially at religious sites, and be prepared for conservative customs in many areas.

Entry and Visa

Visa rules depend on your passport. Many nationalities can apply for a Pakistani tourist visa online in advance; others need a visa arranged through an embassy. Check the latest requirements for your passport before you book, and make sure your passport is valid well beyond your planned departure.

Weather and Climate

  • Enormous variation: Pakistan runs from the hot southern coast to the high Karakoram, so climate depends on where you are — there is no single Pakistani weather.
  • Plains at a glance: the southern plains are very hot in summer, with highs well above 40°C, and mild in winter. The northern mountains are cold in winter and pleasant in summer.
  • Monsoon and best months: the summer monsoon affects the north and centre roughly from July to September. October to March is generally the best time for the south and the cities, while summer is the season for the northern mountains.
  • What to pack: light clothes for the plains, warm layers for the mountains even in summer, sun protection, and sturdy shoes. Modest clothing covers mosque visits and conservative areas.

Money and Payments

  • Currency and cards: Pakistani rupees (PKR). Cash is dominant — cards are accepted in larger hotels and restaurants in the big cities, but markets, small eateries and rural areas are cash-only.
  • WISE and similar travel cards — yes, supported: the Wise card works in Pakistan wherever Visa or Mastercard is accepted. Similar multi-currency cards, such as Revolut, work the same way on the Visa/Mastercard network. Carry cash regardless, especially outside the big cities.
  • Tipping: not governed by a fixed rule — rounding up or a small tip for guides, drivers and hotel staff is appreciated.
  • Cash tips: use ATMs in the big cities rather than airport exchange counters, which usually give worse rates, and carry small notes — change can be hard to come by.