Himalayan Glacier Trekkinghas volunteer opportunities available through our own organization in the beautiful Nepal. Volunteers have the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational and community aid programs. This will give you a chance to make an important contribution to the people in Nepal and while doing so gain an in very well experience of the country and its culture that will stay with you the rest of your life.

The Program
•Children’s' (Orphanage) Program
•Health Education (Remote Village)
•Environmental Program
•School and Community Maintenance
•Home Stay/Cultural Exchange

Children’s' (Orphanage) Program
In this program volunteers will be placed in children’s home located at Naya Bazaar (Children Environment of Nepal) within a one and 15 Minute walking from Central Thamel. CEN has volunteer opportunities available.. Volunteers have the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational and community aid programs. This will give you a chance to make an important contribution to the people of Nepal and while doing so gain an in depth experience of the country and its culture that will stay with you the rest of your life.

Health Education  (Remote Village)
Depending on their medical qualifications volunteers with a background in healthcare will work closely with orphanages in the Katmandu Valley. The need is extensive for children’s' health care. Projects could include; health checks, the creation of medical records, health and sanitation education; administering inoculations against childhood diseases and treating basic ailments in the orphanage. Volunteers with health education and first aid training can also provide real benefits to local communities. You can also deliver first aid knowledge to the local villages and assist in developing and delivering First Aid and General Health Programs. Please note that for the health program we prefer medical students or advanced degree holders, however, volunteers with basic experience in this area can also be placed. We will require your resume or C.V. with your application.

Teaching Environmental Awareness
If you have a passion for the environment it is possible to teach environmental awareness in local schools, within the community, or in the many children’s home our volunteers serve. Environmental Awareness activities and programmers can also be undertaken in the plan. In this setting projects could include; informing children about the hazards of inappropriate garbage disposal, building a compost bin and teaching the children how to maintain it, creating paper recycling stations to teach the children a valuable skill that could ultimately be used in their future.

School and Community Maintenance Program
This is an opportunity to help in a wide range of practical village-based projects. These projects could be as basic as painting or plastering, however, those with additional skills may be able to help in more advanced work. Projects are usually decided upon in consultation with local communities, but you can use your initiative to suggest projects of your own. It is vital to be sensitive to the needs and wishes of the local community. Projects are usually partly funded by the communities and partly by our partner organization and/or volunteer contributions. You'll work with other volunteers in small groups, usually with minimal supervision. Often you'll also work alongside villagers, learning about traditional methods of building and working. Example projects include school repair and decoration; toilet building; drinking water projects; road drainage projects; recycling projects; stove building; and construction work on our partner organization’s own Children's home.

Home Stay/Cultural Exchange
This program is a fantastic way to get more experience of your lifetime.. In this program you will be placed with a Nepali family in a small rural village or within a city for the duration of your stay. You'll learn about all aspects of Nepali culture, lifestyle, language, food and people - an unforgettable experience. You should remember that this is a cultural exchange so you should try and offer some knowledge of your own home culture and customs to your host family. During your home-stay you will attend 2 hours of language lessons in the morning and in the afternoon. You can spend the day visiting the local village and school and exploring the local area. You will also have the opportunity to help out at the local school. Home-stay programs can only be arranged for two weeks or one month and are best from August to December, which is the time when most large local festivals take place resulting in an overall more exciting experience. Please note that if you choose a home-stay/cultural exchange you will be placed with your host family as soon as you arrive in Nepal.

Application Process

(1) Complete the Application Form:Fill out the application form (click here to download). Upon receipt of the form we will assess your suitability for the program.

(2) Contact You:If you are successful we will then email you a letter of acceptance.

(3) Decision Point:Once you have read through the letter of acceptance and we have answered any questions or concerns that you might have, it is time to pay your application fee to secure your place on the program. Please note that we will refund your application fee if you decide not to go.

(4) Confirmation:Once the application fee is paid, our volunteer partner will contact you to ensure everything is organized. We will also send you the link to our program guide who covers topics such as: country information, travel links, visa application process, fundraising ideas and much more!

(5) Communication & Support:Throughout the application process, we are committed to working with you to answer any of your questions or concerns. During your placement we are also available as a form of support to you as a volunteer and will email you while in country to discuss how the program is going.