Vacationing in Pakistan?

Question

My buddy has been backpacking through India for several months. He recently informed me that he is heading into Pakistan. How dangerous is it for a long-haired white male to venture over there at this time?

Answer 1

its not dangerous for just a long-haired white male, it is dangerous for anyone with all the mines layed around in Pakistan to blow the enemy up and suicide bombers and bullets.

Answer 2

Pakistan is not as dangerous as the media makes it out to be.  Islamabad would probably be the safest bet.  It might be a good idea to contact the American embassy in Pakistan to find out safety conditions for Americans traveling there (sorry, I am assuming your friend is American).

Answer 3

as long as there is a macdonalds you will be fine

Answer 4

I would not be there as an American or European of any color, male or female.

Answer 5

lol its not scary right now.. it was only bad when assasination of Benazir Bhutto happened (political leader);

it`s actually pretty safe.. but make sure you dont give money to beggars. i dont wanna sound inhuman, but they are liars!

andd people steal purses and wallets, so dont carry big bills around!!!