Overview
Volunteer in Nepal

Upon your arrival into the beautiful country of Nepal, volunteers will have an orientation in the capital city of Kathmandu and the ancient city of Bhaktapur. During this time, you have the chance to explore the Kathmandu Valley; trekking, white water rafting and seeing the temples. You will then be placed at one of the various project locations, where you will gain a personal insight into the Nepalese people and culture during your stay.

Nepal is a developing country where more than 40% of the total population lives below the most basic poverty line. Thousands of small children are deprived of educational opportunities in Nepal because of many social issues and the lack of schooling opportunities. Choices for volunteering include working in schools, orphanages and on environmental issues.

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From my initial Kathmandu tour to our time in Pokhara, my rafting and trekking and onward transport, no stone was left unturned to ensure I was given five-star service!

Ed Bieske, 2006 Volunteer

What Difference Does This Project Make?

Aside from providing invaluable help with hands on work, volunteers are a vital source of funding. Through volunteer contributions, funds are made available to the different projects with which GVI works. This especially applies to the children’s homes, most of whom have very limited resources and no regular income.

Highlights

Being immersed in the Nepali culture; learning the language and culture during the orientation in Kathmandu; teaching and helping incredible children across the country; rafting, trekking and for those that stay for 6 weeks or longer an opportunity to search for rhinos and tigers on an elephant safari.

Location

Nepal is a majestic country full of cultural diversity and chances to enjoy a range of outdoor adventures. High up in the Himalaya Mountains of Nepal, you will have your orientation in the city of Kathmandu, before you then move onto the ancient city of Bhaktapur. You will have a chance to explore the Kathmandu Valley and its many temples, enjoying the trekking and white water rafting on your way. You will then be placed at one of the various project locations around this beautiful country and will gain a personal insight into the Nepali people and culture during your stay.

Field Conditions

During orientation volunteers have the opportunity to be accommodated in home-stays with a local family. This provides a great chance to experience the real culture of Nepal, and even master a few Nepalese recipes! Volunteers will adopt a simple life with shared rooms (same gender) and access to basic amenities (water used when needed and electricity not guaranteed).

Following the orientation period, volunteers will live in GVI apartments, sharing with other volunteers. Basic, but comfortable and well equipped it will allow the volunteers independence to become members of the local Nepalese community.

Travel upgrades may be available on this project, contact your nearest GVI office for more information.