Planning a safe school, college or university trip in Pakistan

A study tour can be the most memorable part of a student's year. For teachers and organisers, it is also a big responsibility. These are the points we plan with every school, college and university group.

Good destinations for student groups

• Islamabad: Faisal Mosque, the Pakistan Monument, Lok Virsa museum and Daman-e-Koh. Easy, safe and educational.
• Taxila: the museum and ancient sites, often combined with Islamabad.
• Lahore: Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, Minar-e-Pakistan and the flag ceremony at Wagah.
• Murree and the Galiyat: a first trip to the hills, with the Patriata chairlift and forest walks.
• Naran, Swat or Hunza: for older students and university groups, with more days.

Transport

• Use well-maintained coasters or buses with experienced drivers.
• Do not travel on mountain roads at night.
• Do a headcount at every stop, and keep the same seating for the whole trip.

Supervision and paperwork

• Agree a teacher-to-student ratio with your institution, with female staff for female students.
• Collect signed parental consent forms, emergency contacts and any medical conditions.
• Carry copies of student ID documents and a list of names with parents' phone numbers.
• Give every student the name and number of the teacher responsible for them.

Hotels and meals

• Keep the whole group in one hotel, or nearby hotels, with teachers' rooms close to students' rooms.
• Choose simple, fresh meals with plenty of water, and carry snacks for long drives.
• Carry a basic first aid kit and know the nearest hospital on the route.

Plan your study tour

We arrange study tours for schools, colleges and universities with transport, hotels and group meals as one package, and we can share a written plan with your administration for approval.