Volunteer in Nepal
Nepal Overview
Volunteer work in Nepal offers you the lot from the awe-inspiring Himalayas, friendly people and a magical Kingdom. Volunteering in Nepal enables you to get up close to the local people, live amongst the community in a childrens home or poor village away from the tourist trail and put something back. Whether it is basic English phrases, organising outdoor games or providing the children with new stimulation from painting, singing to drama and dance with an English theme. Whether you can offer the children education during your visit or some happy memories of doing new fun things by taking part in volunteer work in Nepal you will make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged children.
Volunteering in Nepal offers a very hands-on experience which makes it all the more stimulating for the children and the volunteer. You may find yourself story telling with pictures you have drawn yourself, teaching your own version of the alphabet song, teaching songs like head, shoulders knees and toes where the children can sing and mime along , teaching outdoor games like cricket, rounders or volleyball or introducing the children to still life drawing or spelling bee competitions (don't forget to bring everything you need from home!).
Volunteer work in Nepal offers the volunteer an opportunity to try out your own ideas and create the volunteer experience that you want.
Images from Nepal
Country: Nepal
Book your placement with £125. Then pay £105 per week (weeks 1 and 2) and only £85 per week onwards.
Your memories
We have been sent some of the most lovely photos from volunteers at play and at work, they are truly inspirational.
Photo Album by volunteer Anna Mcsherry
.jpg "Volunteer Abroad with Original Volunteers")
Photo Album by volunteer Bexx Moss
Photo Album by volunteer Craig Gilchrist
What next?
If you would like to book over the phone or simply ask more questions please call us on 01603 627 007
See related video ‘How to book’
If you know where and when you want to go, then you can book online.
You can also change your date of arrival or country at any time.
Trip info for Nepal
Country: Nepal
Book your placement with £125. Then pay £105 per week (weeks 1 and 2) and only £85 per week onwards.
Change lives and volunteer in Nepal 2013 - 2014
Volunteer in Nepal
Sublime, tropical scenery is what awaits you when you volunteer in Nepal. Volunteers here will be at the heart and soul of a small community and can really immerse themselves in the local way of life. Care for the children and organise activities at small, friendly childrens homes or teach English and organise activities at community centres. Stay in awe-inspiring locations rom the steamy tropical Chitwan region, to the grassy plains to the Himalayas. Volunteers spend free weekends to go on treks, elephant rides in the jungle or explore the tributaries via canoe. These can all easily be set up and booked for you by your co-ordinator.
Skills and Experience, no experience is required to volunteer in Nepal. Usually volunteers are placed in small groups so you will be sharing the experience with like minded volunteers. Simply bring enthusiasm and a smile with you.
What's included
Accommodation: in Kathmandu is included. You will also have access to 24/7 back-up support by partners in Kathmandu with a local point of contact in the village. Transfers to the village are organised and included for all volunteers. Meals are available for all volunteers and this will cost £15 per week, payable on arrival.
Airport pick-up: Airport pick up is provided.
Orientation and basic training: When you are met on arrival at Kathmandu. There are no set arrival dates so you can arrive and start any time. Limited availability on this popular placement. Call us now to secure your place.
We consider this project ideal if you...
- Want a homely friendly placement off the beaten tourist track.
- Want to care for, help with daily chores and play with children rather than just teach and organise. (For village volunteers - want an informal community teaching placement where anything goes!)
Highlights
Live in at a small, friendly children's home
Everyone welcome, no experience necessary
Co-ordinators arrange treks and jungle safaris for you
On arrival
Airport pick-up is provided from Kathmandu airport. On arrival, if you haven’t already chosen your placement, a co-ordinator can discuss the available options with you. Once you have chosen your desired placement, informal training and orientation is provided in Kathmandu for all volunteers, which may last for a day or two. Lengths of training vary depending on the length of your stay.
Food
Although the projects are self-catered, most volunteers pay £15 per week on arrival for their meals. Often there is a cafe within easy reach or usually a town nearby where volunteers can purchase food/ drinks from shops and services.
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided and arranged for you in Nepal. Volunteers usually live together, sharing dorm-style 2 to 4 sharing. Facilities vary and may be basic. One of the children’s homes is pictured above.
Free time
During their free weekends, volunteers usually take excursions and sightseeing tours to see the wonder and beauty of the scenery that surrounds them in Nepal.
Some volunteers also go on jungle safaris and treks. There is plenty to see and get involved in when in Nepal, so you will never be left with nothing to do.
Not on your own
Although some volunteers travel with friends, the bigger majority travel alone. It is possible to get in contact with other volunteers before your travel, and a lot of people tend to do this. They make friends before they leave and then meet them when arriving in Nepal or some even plan to travel together and set this up themselves.
Once in Nepal you will never be alone as you are put into groups and so always have people to support and help you along with the support team and co-ordinators who are always nearby.
Health
At most placements, there is a doctor close by and a hospital should you need the use of one, your host family will help you with your transfer there.
What to take
Once you have applied and registered with Original Volunteers, you will receive an Information Pack via email that will have further details on the project in Nepal.
When to pay for this project
Accommodation for Nepal is paid before you travel. The latest in which to do this is about two weeks before your departure. In order to pay, all you need do is ring us on 01603 627 007 and using your bank details, pay for your accommodation over the phone with one of our advisors.
Fast facts - Project information
Project Duration: Min 1 week - Max 6 weeks
Location of project:Varies depending on availabilty and volunteer’s preference. To give you an idea, as of March 2011 placements are being taken in Chitwan, Pokhara, just outside Kathmandu and remote villages in the mountains.
Arrival Airport: For all volunteers : Kathmandu
Activities: Teaching English, child-care and play work.
Working Hours: Full time. Weekends usually free
Getting to the project: Airport pick-up and transfer to the volunteer house is automatically arranged for all volunteers once flights have been received. Usually there is a one or two night stay in Kathmandu and this is organised for you.
Requirements: Minimum age 18
Local support
The support team in Nepal can be easily reached by telephone at any time and for longer stay volunteers will often make visits to you at some point during your stay. If you choose a live -in placement the local staff will be your main source of support, and always around to help and give advice.
Project resources and advice
It is a good idea to get in touch with the volunteer co-ordinator closer to your departure to find out what is needed at your placement. This could range from a long list of much needed supplies such as clothes, shoes or toys. For volunteers wishing to teach English it is a good idea to buy and bring some teaching books with ideas for activities in and any items you would like to use to teach English with. Flash cards, pre-prepared number and alphabet bingo cards and anything else that may come in useful or be entertaining i.e. inflatable globe, alphabet posters, simple songs to sing along with on your i-pod (don’t forget to take speakers with you).
Things that you will need to organise yourself
Flights
Travel Insurance
Any resources you wish to bring
How to apply
It is quick an easy to book with Original Volunteers. You can book online or call us on now on 01603 627 007 and book over the phone.
See related video ‘How to book’.
It costs £125 to book. Once book you can go to as many placements as you want within a year without having to pay the booking fee of £125 again.
The booking fee instantly books and reserves your place for any month you choose .We are very flexible. Just let us know if your plans change and spaces permitting we will put you on another list.
Nepal at a glance
Nepal is home to both Everest and the breathtaking Himalayan Mountains aswell as steamy tropical jungles where this placement is based. The world's highest (and still growing) peaks are twice the height of the Alps and dominate this small country and it's way of life. Most Nepalese live far from a road and must travel by foot or mule to carry out their business. Here you will receive a smile and the greeting "Namaste!" from everyone you pass on the path.
Nepal has a rich culture and still has a king. Wherever you go in the country you will see evidence of Hinduism and Buddhism. There are monasteries, shrines, prayer flags and temples everywhere. An astounding diversity of animal life can also be found in Nepal, ranging from the Bengal tiger to rhinoceros and elephant. A weekend of activities can include jungle safaries, sightseeing tours of monasteries and temples, treks and even bungee jumping!
Climate
Climate: Nepal's climate varies due to high altitude regions with tropical jungle regions where it is warm all year.
Time difference from UK: GMT +5.45hrs
