Programme de bénévolat spécial de 2 semaines au Népal

Yes, for all participants it is mandatory to have a travel medical insurance. To provide the best option to our participants, we offer insurance coverage in collaboration with a leading insurance provider at a very nominal cost. To view more details about the insurance policy, click here

We encourage volunteers to get in touch with former Volunteering Solutions participants and also other program participants joining our projects. You are recommended to join the Volunteering Solutions Facebook Page or Facebook Group to connect with other participants and our team.
You can also visit the Nepal Program Reviews page to view the testimonials and feedbacks of our past participants.
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To read alumni interviews and experiences, visit the ‘Meet a Volunteer’ section on our website.

You can book your slot by filling the online application form and pay the application fee. You can pay your program fee later and also, in installments, however, the complete payment should be made 45 days prior the start of the program. If you are volunteering in a group, you can also fill a group application form. The initial application fee is refunded in the unlikely event that we’re not able to offer you a place on the program, and you have the flexibility to request a change of start date up until the 45 day payment deadline (this is subject to availability for other dates).

Usually, it takes around 10-12 working days for your application to be processed and placement to be confirmed by our team. After your application is accepted, your placement document will be updated in your ‘My Account’ online and you can view the information in your account. The application acceptance depends on the availability of seats in the project as well as the eligibility criteria of the program (age, skills and experience etc).

The minimum age requirement for programs in Nepal is 17 years. Participants should be flexible and willing to adapt to a new environment and culture. All participants must be in good health. Families are also welcome to join the programs in Nepal.All adult participants need to provide a clean criminal background check report prior to joining the program.

Yes, you are welcome to take part in any of the volunteering projects in Nepal as a group. It is a popular destination for group participation. Our Nepal programs have hosted large student groups from around the world including that of schoolies coming for short term volunteering programs. Also, we can design special group programs for groups of 5 or more. Our programs are designed to be safe, affordable and offer a great group volunteering experience to the volunteers.We have facilitated volunteer program placements for college groups, university groups, high school groups, group of families, group of couples as well as groups of colleagues.

In Nepal, all our volunteering programs as well the accommodations are based in and around the capital city, Kathmandu.

All volunteers need to arrive in Kathmandu on the mentioned program starting date.All volunteers are provided with the airport pick up from the Tribhuvan International Airport (Airport Code: KTM) by the local coordinator or representative. Those who are arriving overland or are already in Nepal will be picked up at a meeting point decided beforehand.

Yes, we will provide you with the Certificate after successful completion of your program. The certificate is provided on request.

If you are planning to come for multiple programs in your trip, you will have to pay the application fees just once. Your application fee is valid for a years time (from the date of application). You will not have to pay the application fees again if you come within the mentioned time frame.For our returning volunteers, $50 discount is provided for the application fee for their next VolSol program.

Most travelers require a tourist visa to enter Nepal, which can be obtained on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. To apply, travelers must have a passport valid for at least six months, at least one blank page, a completed visa application form, payment of the visa fee, and in some cases a passport-size photograph. Tourist visa fees are USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, and USD 125 for 90 days, and visas can be extended while in Nepal at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara. Citizens of certain countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan, are not eligible for visa on arrival and must apply in advance at a Nepalese embassy.

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) is the major international airport serving all flights arriving in Nepal. It is well connected with direct flights from major Asian and Middle Eastern countries. If you are arriving from North America or Europe, you will probably need to book a flight with a stopover at a Middle Eastern city such as Abu Dhabi or Doha.

The major airlines flying into Kathmandu are:

• Qatar Airways
• Etihad Airlines
• Air Arabia
• Air India
• Air Vistara
• Silk Air
• Dragon Air
• Thai Airways
• Fly Dubai

Nepal is generally considered a safe country for travelers, and Kathmandu, the capital, is one of the safest cities in the region for tourists, students, and volunteers. The country is well known for its hospitality, and violent crime against foreigners is rare.

Kathmandu is lively and busy, especially in areas such as Thamel, Boudha, Patan, and Bhaktapur, which are popular with visitors and well accustomed to international travelers. Most safety concerns involve petty crime, such as pick pocketing or bag snatching, particularly in crowded markets and tourist areas. Keeping valuables secure and being aware of your surroundings usually prevents issues.

Travelers should take normal precautions, such as avoiding poorly lit areas late at night, using registered taxis or ride-hailing services, and not displaying expensive items.

Carry general medicines with you, other than that consult your doctor before flying. We recommend these basic vaccinations for your safety:

• Hepatitis A and B
• Typhoid

You are also requested to consult your doctor before traveling to Nepal to get a list of recommended vaccinations.

Your in-country coordinator will take you to your placement location from the airport and introduce you to everyone after giving you a basic orientation about the program, city, culture etc. You will be told about the daily mode of transport that you will need to take to go to your project location. Usually, the projects are within short distance from your accommodations. Some projects are within walking distance while others are a short ride away by taxi.

The volunteer and intern house in Nepal offers a comfortable and friendly stay in Bafal, a quiet residential area just 10 minutes from Thamel. Volunteers enjoy home-cooked Nepali meals, high-speed Wi-Fi, and common areas for relaxation. The accommodation includes all basic amenities such as running water, winter hot water, electricity, and clean western-style toilets. A local coordinator manages the house and provides on-ground support throughout the stay. Private rooms are available at a nearby guesthouse for an additional cost. Living with other like-minded volunteers from around the world is a great experience in itself. Two meals a day are provided to the participants (Breakfast and Dinner).

Yes – please do ensure that you inform the local team about your food preference and they can guide you so that you get to taste the best food available out there! Also, please do mention your specific food preference in the application form as well.

Typically, volunteers are required to put 5-6 hours every day, 5 days a week. However, work timing is dependent on the project chosen by the volunteers and can vary. You will get free time in the evenings and on the weekends. You can utilize this time to explore the local market streets of Thamel, visit Durbar Square, see evening prayers at the “ghat” of the Pashupatinath Temple and also visit Swayambhu temple. During the weekend, you can visit Chitwan National Park or go visit the famous tourist destination Pokhara.

We encourage our volunteers to travel. We have designed various weekend tours which can be booked under the ‘Add-on Tours’ section in your ‘My Account’. Your in-country coordinator will also help you book and organize the tours once you are in the country.

Yes, we recommend volunteers to bring $80-100 for personal expenses for every week.You need to pay for visa on arrival, one meal a day, snacks, bottled water, local transportation and any shopping expenses.

Volunteers usually work for 5 to 6 hours a day, however. It can vary depending on your final placement. You will have the weekend off so you can go and travel on weekends. However, in some placements, you will need to work on some Saturdays as well.

There are many money exchange shops in Kathmandu city. The best option is to change your money at the airport counters itself. There are ATMs located all around the capital city, Kathmandu as well.

We can only provide contact details for former volunteers who have consented to having their data shared. However, there is a Facebook group for past and current volunteers which you are welcome to join. There are also hundreds of reviews online from our former volunteers as well as social media posts on Instagram, TikTok and our You Tube Channel.

Ja, wir empfehlen Freiwilligen, 80-100 US-Dollar für persönliche Ausgaben pro Woche mitzubringen. Sie müssen die Kosten für das Visum bei der Ankunft, eine Mahlzeit pro Tag, Snacks, Mineralwasser, den Nahverkehr und alle Einkäufe selbst bezahlen.