Nepal Volunteering Program

Why a Volunteer Program?

Volunteering is a beautiful way to travel with numerous benefits that are being enjoyed by tens of thousands of people from all over the world each year.

If you are looking to have fun, make a difference and do it safely then you can look forward to making a volunteering trip for the following reasons:
  • Experience the real culture of your destination – unmatchable by any other type of travel.
  • Make a difference to a community or environmental project.
  • Travel safely in a well-organised packaged program
  • Pay fair prices for trips that offer a lot of great experiences.
  • Visit famous highlights and nature reserves or have soft adventures.
  • Be a proud, 21st -century global citizen, travelling responsibly.

Why Nepal?

Reasons Nepal Should Be Your Next Trip

Nepal is a country containing endless natural wonders. Mount Everest is just the beginning, there are also gorgeous lakes, rivers and caves. All of these house diverse wildlife and birds. There are many treks offered in Nepal, and you can find one that fits perfectly for you.

Mount Everest is one of the sites that appear on everyone's bucket list. The Everest Base Camp trek is just one of many options for exploring this extraordinary mountain range, unmatched by any other on our planet. The views will be unlike any you've seen before all of the peaks in Nepal rise above 20,000 feet. This country is a must-visit for the mountaineer. If you are more interested in spirituality, Kathmandu Valley is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and has seven “Monument Zones.” They include urban centres with palaces, temples, and the oldest known Buddhist monument, thought to be built in third century B.C. It is a pleasant place if you seek something tranquil.

The adventure in Nepal extends past Mount Everest to every outdoor sport you can imagine. For thrill seekers, there is bungee jumpers and paragliding. For those who desire a more low-key adventure, drift through the sky on a hot air balloon. You can also experience the wildlife of Nepal safely inside a jeep with an experienced guide on one of their safari's. And, for those who are trekking around the world, there are plenty of options that allow you to experience Nepal's beauty.

Southern Indian food makes use of coconut, seafood, and rice. Be careful, the food tends to be spicier in the South than the North. If you are vegetarian, India will be a haven for you as much of the population is Hindu and offers vegetarian options.

Nepal is one of the most affordable countries to visit, especially if you compare their trails to other famous ones worldwide. Cheap and delicious food allows you to be satisfied at 10$ a day. Their food is subject to influence from China and India which gives you more to sample. And, your meals are likely to be healthy as Nepalese meals often include lots of lean meats and vegetables for a well-balanced meal. Best of all, you can find a clean and comfortable bed for 18.50$ a night.

Nepal is home to 35 different ethnic groups. Each ethnic group offers its own religion, language, music, and food. If you seek to learn about many cultures while visiting one country, Nepal is an excellent place to start. One of the most fascinating aspects of their religion is the worship of Kumari, the living goddess. These are young girl's worshipped because they represent the divine nature of the female. Additionally, there are giant stupas sprinkled throughout the entire country. They serve as reminders of Buddha's path to enlightenment, and you can catch locals practising Buddhist ritual at any time of day. You will definitely learn something after spending time in Nepal.

We’ve already mentioned Kathmandu Valley and Sagarmatha National Park, which is home to Mount Everest, but there are two more world heritage sites in Nepal. Lumbini is a pilgrimage site where Siddhartha Gautama was said to be born, in 563 B.C.E. He grew up to become the Gautama Buddha and the founder of Buddhism. Chitwan National Park was established in 1973 as the first National Park in Nepal. There are more than 700 species of wildlife there, a few of which are the Bengal Tiger, leopards, and rhinoceroses.

A country for the nature lovers, Nepal is sure to be an experience of serenity. Friendly locals and delicious food will create a pleasant experience that will make you want to return to Nepal time and time again.

Nepal Volunteer Program

Duration : 30 Days

Country : Nepal

  • Day 1, Sunday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Arrival at Kathmandu International airport and transfer to accommodation settle down

  • Day 2, Monday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Welcome meeting and orientation start. Orientation includes talks & presentations on: • Nepal & its culture • Social development and the role of volunteers • How to do volunteer work • Project activities • Cultural responsibility • Personal safety & Code of Conducts • Introduction to the allotted project. • Nepalese Language Lessons

  • Day 3 , Tuesday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Volunteering project work starts with the daily schedule of volunteering, cultural activities and free time. Afternoon Nepalese language lesson and localmarket visit.

  • Day 4, Wednesday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Volunteering project continues. Afternoon Nepalese language class and free time.

  • Day 5, Thursday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Volunteering project in the morning. Afternoon Nepalese language lesson

    • Day 6, Friday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      One night, two-day excursion to Pokhara. (Travel Program)

    • Day 7, Saturday

      Free Weekend.(Volunteer only Program)

      Return from the Pokhara Excursion and overnight.(Travel Program)

    • Day 8, Sunday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Volunteering project continues. Afternoon Nepali Cooking demonstration and free time

    • Day 9 , Monday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Volunteering in the morning shift. And late evening Dinner with local family: Visit a local family in the evening forlearning about day to day life in Nepal and have a meal with them.

    • Day 10, Tuesday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Volunteering during the day and a Yoga workshop to try your hands at this ancient practice for personal wellbeing.

    • Day 11, Wednesday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue volunteering in the morning and afternoon workshop with henna painting and dressing like locals for a cool photo op.

    • Day 12, Thursday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue volunteering in the morning and free time

    • Day 13, Friday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Start a weekend excursion to Chitwan National Park (Travel Program)

    • Day 14, Saturday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Visit Chitwan National park during the day and return to Kathmandu in the evening.(Travel Program)

    • Day 15, Sunday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue the volunteering project. (a departure for 2-week program participants).

    • Day 16 - Day19, Monday to Thursday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue volunteering project.

    • Day 20, Friday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Start for Sundarijal near Kathmandu for hiking trip with overnight camping. (Travel Program)

    • Day 21, Saturday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Return from hike in the morning and transfer back to Kathmandu. (Travel Program)

    • Day 22, Sunday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      CContinue volunteering project. ( Departure for 3-week program participants).

    • Day 23 and Day 26, Monday to Thursday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue Volunteering project

    • Day 27, Friday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Transfer to Nagarkot for historical and nature walking tour of Nagarkot and Bhaktapur. Overnight at Nagarkot. (Travel Program)

    • Day 28, Saturday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Morning views of the majestic Himalayas from Nagarkot. Afternoon return to Kathmandu. (Travel Program)

    • Day 29 , Sunday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Departure transfer to Kathmandu Airport for the journey back home.

*Participants can choose to travel on weekends by purchasing excursions additionally.

Nepal Volunteer Program-Practical Details

Here is a sample of a 4-week volunteer program. If you want to travel for shorter or longer durations, then let us know and will give you a plan for that. Based on your budget, you can do this program in 2 forms, “Volunteering Only Program” or “Volunteer and Travel Program”.

Volunteer only Program

Volunteer and Travel Program

Day 1, Sun

Arrival at Kathmandu International airport (Tribhuvan International Airport – TIA) , and transfer to accommodation settle down

Arrival at Kathmandu International airport (Tribhuvan International Airport – TIA) , and transfer to accommodation seetle down

Day 2, Mon

Welcome meeting and orientation start. Orientation includes talks & presentations on: Nepal & its culture • Social development and the role of volunteers • How to do volunteer work • Project actvites • Cultural responsibility • Personal safety & Code of Conducts • Introducation to the allotted project. • Nepalese Language Lessons.

Welcome meeting and orientation start. Orientation includes talks & presentations on: • Nepal & its culture • Social development and the role of volunteers • How to do volunteer work • Project actvites • Cultural responsibility • Personal safety & Code of Conducts • Introducation to the allotted project. • Nepalese Language Lessons.

Day 3, Tues

Volunteering project work starts with the daily schedule of volunteering, cultural actvites and free time. Afternoon Nepalese language lesson and localmarket visit.

Volunteering project work starts with the daily schedule of volunteering, cultural actvites and free time. Afternoon Nepalese language lesson and localmarket visit.

Day 4, Wed

Volunteering project continues. Afternoon Nepalese language class and free time

Volunteering project continues. Afternoon Nepalese language class and free time

Day 5, Thurs

Volunteering project in the morning. Afternoon Nepalese language lesson

Volunteering project in the morning. Afternoon Nepalese language lesson

Day 6, Fri

Free Weekend.

One night, two-day excursion to Pokhara.

Day 7, Sat

Free Weekend.

Return from the Pokhara Excursion and overnight.

Day 8, Sun

Volunteering project continues. Afternoon Nepali Cooking demonstration and free time

Volunteering project continues. Afternoon Nepali Cooking demonstration and free time.

Day 9, Mon

Volunteering in the morning shift. And late evening Dinner with local family: Visit a local family in the evening forlearning about day to day life in Nepal and have a meal with them.

Volunteering in the morning shift. And late evening Dinner with local family: Visit a local family in the evening forlearning about day to day life in Nepal and have a meal with them.

Day 10, Tues

Volunteering during the day and a Yoga workshop to try your hands at this ancient practice for personal wellbeing.

Volunteering during the day and a Yoga workshop to try your hands at this ancient practice for personal wellbeing.

Day 11, Wed

Continue volunteering in the morning and afternoon workshop with henna painting and dressing like locals for a cool photo op.

Continue volunteering in the morning and afternoon workshop with henna painting and dressing like locals for a cool photo op.

Day 12, Thurs

Continue volunteering in the morning and free time

Continue volunteering in the morning and free time

Day 13, Fri

Free Weekend.

Start a weekend excursion to Chitwan National Park

Day 14, Sat

Free Weekend.

Visit Chitwan National park during the day and return to Kathmandu in the evening.

Day 15, Sun

Continue the volunteering project. (departure for 2-week program participants).

Continue the volunteering project. (departure for 2-week program participants).

Day 16-19, Mon-Thurs

Continue the volunteering project.

Continue the volunteering project.

Day 20, Fri

Free Weekend.

Start for Sundarijal near Kathmandu for hiking trip with overnight camping.

Day 21, Sat

Free Weekend.

Return from hike in the morning and transfer back to Kathmandu.

Day 22, Sun

Continue volunteering project. ( Departure for 3- week program participants)

Continue volunteering project. ( Departure for 3- week program participants)

Day 23-26, Mon-Thurs

Continue Volunteering project

Continue Volunteering project

Day 27, Fri

Free Weekend.

Transfer to Nagarkot for historical and nature walking tour of Nagarkot and Bhaktapur. Overnight at Nagarkot.

Day 28, Sat

Free Weekend.

Morning views of the majestic Himalayas from Nagarkot. Afternoon return to Kathmandu.

Day 29, Sun

Departure transfer to Kathmandu Airport for the journey back home.

Departure transfer to Kathmandu Airport for the journey back home.

Typical Daily Schedule

Monday – Saturday
While the schedule of the day depends on the project, overall, it looks a bit like the following:

  • Activities Time
  • Breakfast at accommodation 7:00 - 8:00
  • Project volunteering work 8:00 - 13:00
  • Lunch 13:30 - 14:30
  • Cultural workshops- as per program schedule 15:00 - 16:00
  • Preparation meeting/lesson planning for the next day 16:00 - 17:00
  • Tea/coffee at the accommodation 17:00 - 17:30
  • Dinner at accommodation 19:00 - 20:00

Lunch may be offered a packed lunch or lunch at the project depending on different factors such as distance from accommodation and others. *The scheduled time table mentioned above may change due to the need of the project or any other circumstances.

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Available Volunteering projects in Nepal

Teaching and education project

Elderly care project

Childcare with younger children

Orphanage children care

Women empowerment program

Program Dates

Here are the start dates of the program this year. Please note:
  • Start date of the program is the day when you arrive at the designated airport.
  • The programs include one extra day on top of the weekly duration. For example, the 2-week program is 14 nights, and 15 days, week program is 28 nights and 29 days and so on.

Start Date

14-Jan-24

End Date

28-Jan-24(2W)

04-Feb-24(3W)

11-Feb-23(4W)

Start Date

28-Jan-24

End Date

11-Feb-24(2W)

18-Feb-24(3W)

25-Feb-24(4W)

Start Date

11-Feb-24

End Date

25-Feb-24(2W)

03-Mar-24(3W)

10-Mar-24(4W)

Start Date

25-Feb-24

End Date

10-Mar-24(2W)

17-Mar-24(3W)

24-Mar-24(4W)

Start Date

10-Mar-24

End Date

24-Mar-24(2W)

31-Mar-24(3W)

07-Apr-24(4W)

Start Date

24-Mar-24

End Date

07-Apr-24(2W)

14-Apr-24(3W)

21-Apr-24(4W)

Start Date

07-Apr-24

End Date

21-Apr-24(2W)

28-Apr-24(3W)

05-May-24(4W)

Start Date

21-Apr-24

End Date

05-May-24(2W)

12-May-24(3W)

19-May-24(4W)

Start Date

05-May-24

End Date

19-May-24(2W)

26-May-24(3W)

02-Jun-24(4W)

Start Date

19-May-24

End Date

02-Jun-24(2W)

09-Jun-24(3W)

16-Jun-24(4W)

Start Date

02-Jun-24

End Date

16-Jun-24(2W)

23-Jun-24(3W)

30-Jun-24(4W)

Start Date

16-Jun-24

End Date

30-Jun-24(2W)

07-Jul-24(3W)

14-Jul-24(4W)

Start Date

30-Jun-24

End Date

14-Jul-24(2W)

21-Jul-24(3W)

28-Jul-24(4W)

Start Date

14-Jul-24

End Date

28-Jul-24(2W)

04-Aug-24(3W)

11-Aug-24(4W)

Start Date

28-Jul-24

End Date

11-Jul-24(2W)

18-Aug-24(3W)

25-Aug-24(4W)

Start Date

11-Aug-24

End Date

25-Aug-24(2W)

01-Sep-24(3W)

08-Sep-24(4W)

Start Date

25-Aug-24

End Date

08-Sep-24(2W)

15-Sep-24(3W)

22-Sep-24(4W)

Start Date

08-Sep-24

End Date

22-Sep-24(2W)

29-Sep-24(3W)

06-Oct-24(4W)

Start Date

22-Sep-24

End Date

06-Oct-24(2W)

13-Oct-24(3W)

20-Oct-24(4W)

Start Date

06-Oct-24

End Date

20-Oct-24(2W)

27-Oct-24(3W)

03-Nov-24(4W)

Start Date

20-Oct-24

End Date

03-Nov-24(2W)

10-Nov-24(3W)

17-Nov-24(4W)

Start Date

03-Nov-24

End Date

17-Nov-24(2W)

24-Nov-24(3W)

01-Dec-24(4W)

Start Date

17-Nov-24

End Date

01-Dec-24(2W)

08-Dec-24(3W)

15-Dec-24(4W)

Start Date

01-Dec-24

End Date

15-Dec-24(2W)

22-Dec-24(3W)

29-Dec-24(4W)

Start Date

15-Dec-24

End Date

29-Dec-24(2W)

05-Jan-25(3W)

12-Jan-25(4W)

Start Date

29-Dec-24

End Date

12-Jan-25(2W)

19-Jan-25(3W)

26-Jan-25(4W)

Weekend Excursions

These trips are packed full of beautiful sights, joyous fun and exhilarating adventure.

Services Included

  • Accommodation on sharing occupancy.
  • Airport pickup on arrival
  • Drop off at the airport at the end of the program
  • Daily return transfers between accommodation and volunteer project
  • All required transfers for cultural workshops and excursions (as included in the program) • Breakfast, lunch and dinner of local cuisine from the time of arrival till departure during the volunteering days and free week ends
  • Activities for experiencing local culture in addition to the volunteering and optional week end trips include:
  • Cooking workshop to observe and learn Indian cuisine and try your hands at it yourself.
  • Visit the home of a local, English-speaking middle-income level family to experience their day to day life, its challeng- es and opportunities. Have a meal with the family for a truly authentic experience.
  • Have a fun day with henna painting and dressing like locals, a great photo opportunity.
  • One workshop to practice yoga with a professional instructor.
  • Learn Nepalese for fun, use during trips and volunteer work
  • A pre-selected and organised volunteer project based on your selection and availability including
  • Project introduction to get you settled at the project.
  • Handover session so you may continue the work from where it was left by previous volunteers.
  • Daily work planning to plan the next day.
  • Daily accompanying staff to help with translation, organising and general support.
  • The material used for volunteering such as pens, papers, workbooks, paint, colours or others.
  • A thorough orientation upon arrival including various topics of local culture, personal well-being and appropriate behaviour.
  • Additional services for participants on the Travel and Volunteer option -
  • 1 night, 2 day Excursions++ to
  • Chitwan National Park
  • Pokhara
  • Hiking trip with overnight camping in the mountains.
  • Historical and nature walking tour in Nagarkot and Bhaktapur.

Services not Included

  • Any personal expenses such as tips, laundry and drinks.
  • Any extra meals (other than those specifically laid down).
  • Personal Travel Insurance, visa etc.
  • Camera fees (both still and video).
  • International flight ticket or other flight tickets, unless otherwise mentioned.
  • Donation to your volunteering project is not included in this program fee and may be taken

Arrival and Departure Procedure

Arriving into and departing from an unfamiliar country can cause stress. Especially if you are visiting the country for the first time. Read these instructions carefully and have them be known to your travel agent because at any scheduled start date we are picking up people arriving from all parts of the world to join the program.
Once we have you on the program, you can just relax because we will pick you up, no matter what time of the day it is. You will also have multiple phone numbers to reach out to, in case your flight is delayed, or you miss the connection altogether. Once you provide us with your flight details, we have you covered. Important: please carefully note the detailed itinerary to know the arrival and departure airport for your trip and plan your flights accordingly

Arrival Procedure

Please arrive by flights that have their scheduled arrival time from 10 AM on the start date of the pro- gram until 6 AM on the following day ( Day 2) of the program. If the flight is delayed inside a reasonable time, then we will wait for you – else call us, and we will come to pick you up.
Arrival pickups or flights with their scheduled arrival time outside of these hours will be charged extra.
Check in at accommodation is available from 12 noon on Day 1 of the program, even though, we attempt to have you checked in at the accommodation, as early as possible.
Please exit from departure gate and wait outside of exit gate at Cape Town International airport.
Please be advised that you will see a board with the Idex logo instead of your personal name when searching for our airport pickup representative.
Departure transfers outside these times or schedules are available on extra charges.
During departure, check out time from the accommodation is 12 noon on the last day of the program (for ex, Day 15 on a 2-week program).

Departure procedure

Airport transfer on departure is available from 8 PM on the 2nd last day of the program (for ex, Day 14, Day 21, Day 28 in case of 2 weeks, 3 weeks or 4 week programs respectively) until 10 AM on the last day of the program (for ex, Day 15, Day 22, Day 29 in case of 2 week, 3 week or 4 week programs respectively).
Departure transfer will be available at gaps of 2 hours, and you will be asked to take the most conven- ient transfer based on your flight's departure time.
Departure transfers outside these times or schedules are available on extra charges.
During departure, check out time from the accommodation is 12 noon on the last day of the program (for ex, Day 15 on a 2-week program).

Important:

Important: all the program and services are available as per schedule only. If any deviation or reschedule occurs, and such would cost extra to organize, then it will be charged extra. We are not able to do any settlement or reimbursement against any unused services.

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