Volunteering in Nepal

  Nepal

• Kathmandu: 
Kathmandu
• Pokhara: 
Pokhara

Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: Year round

Description: Insight Nepal believes that serving others is one of the most worthwhile human endeavours. The main objective of the programme is to provide opportunities to those who are keenly interested in gaining a cultural experience by contributing their time and skills to benefit worthwhile community service groups. The second objective is to help those who are looking for an opportunity to reach people and community groups who are in need of their skills.

There are three primary phases during the course of the programme. Orientation Phase : In this phase the participants will have ample opportunities to learn about Nepal, gaining both theoretical and practical experiences by observing and participating in the family and community. All these activities and experiences will help them build self confidence and develop the cultural understanding necessary for starting the placement phase.

Placement phase : The participants will work at their placements site according to their interests and the needs of the host organization. Since they will be working interacting with different people in a new environment, it will be an excellent opportunity to share their ideas and skills. This is a process of 'give and take' in which the participants not only contribute their time and skills but gain a new perspective of the world. This phase can be as frustrating as it is rewarding.

Village Excursion Phase : Insight Nepal organizes a one-week trekking excursion for the participants which is primarily to introduce them to rural areas of Nepal. While trekking through the mountains and villages, the participants will share in the traditional lifestyle of the Nepali people and enjoy the fascinating views of snowcapped peaks,lush green valleys with their flora and fauna.

Finally the participants will go to the south of Nepal for an elephant safari in Chitwan National Park which is the largest regions with wild life.

Qualifications: Minimum 'A' level passed (U.K.)/High School Diploma (U.S.)

Prospective volunteers should be flexible, physically fit, and willing to immerse themselves in another culture. We welcome to volunteers with skills of all types and from all backgrounds.

Cost in US$: US$ 650 (7 weeks)/US$ 990(3 months)

* One week Pre-orientation Training at the beginning of the program
* One week Village Excursion (Trekking)
* Three days Jungle Safari (for 3 months program only)
* Nepali Homestay through out the program

Salary / Pay: None

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18 to 65

This Program is open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Nepal Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Insight Nepal's Mission Statement: Insight Nepal is an institution which was established with a view not only to introduce participants to Nepal's diverse geographical and cultural environment, but also to establish and foster an awareness and understanding of cultural differences through experiential learning. The programs of Insight Nepal are designed to leave the participant with more than photographs. The participants will learn about the world by working to make it better.

Year Founded: 1992