Volunteer Society Nepal : The best experience for volunteers, the best value for Nepal.

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Empower Women and Make A Difference

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Gain Hands-on Experience

Immerse yourself in local culture.

Welcome to

Volunteer Society Nepal

Volunteer Society Nepal (VSN), established in 2004, is a Nepal-based, Nepali-run grassroots organization that provides volunteers with incredible experiences while ensuring maximum benefit for the Nepalese.

Our mission is to encourage and invite as many international volunteers as possible to help Nepal, while they are experiencing the rich culture, natural splendour and daily life of Nepal, one of the most beautiful countries of the world. We do this by being flexible to our volunteers’ need and keeping costs low.

We offer:

Volunteer in Nepal

Volunteer Society Nepal assists with the development of Nepali communities through a diverse range of projects. Our .

Internship in Nepal

Advance your skills with Volunteer Society Nepal, while also sharing with, and helping others. Working abroad in .

Charity Tour and Trek

Join our Charity Tour or Trek Program! Charity Tour and Trek is a great way for you .

Our Volunteer and Internship Placements

Are you interested in empowering women or teaching children in school or constructing school buildings or getting hands on experience in health clinics or teaching in monastery in remote or urban communities in Nepal?
Join us to have an extremely rewarding and life-changing experience.

Teaching in Monastery

Learn about ancient religious practices and connect with isolated monks. .

child education and teaching Volunteering program in Nepal

Teaching volunteer in Nepal

As a Teaching volunteer in Nepal, you will give your .

Women Empowerment Program

Volunteer Society Nepal understands that women empowerment is an important .

Construction Manual Work

Volunteer in construction to overcome the desperate lack of infrastructure .

Medical Elective

Volunteer Society Nepal has a variety of medical care placements .

Physiotherapy Internship

Help socially disabled or rehabilitating children or elderly. Learn a .

Special Needs Care

Special needs or disabled people in Nepal are often forced .

Family Volunteering

Family Volunteering is for children, to visit a country different .

Educational Excursion

Nepal is a great destination for teenagers, high school and .

Charity Tour and Treks

It is a great way for you to get involved in one of our charity treks or tours to support those needy children and women in Nepal. Through your involvement in our program, we will be able to assist more needy and underprivileged children and women in Nepal.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

DestinationNepal
Duration12 Days
DifficultyModerate

Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour

DestinationNepal
Duration6 Days
DifficultyEasy

Kathmandu Pokhara Chitwan Tour

DestinationNepal
Duration8 Days
DifficultyEasy

Everest Base Camp Trek

DestinationNepal
Duration15 Days
DifficultyModerate

Chitwan Lumbini Pokhara Tour

DestinationNepal
Duration10 Days
DifficultyEasy

Annapurna Circuit Trek

DestinationNepal
Duration15 Days
DifficultyModerate

Why Volunteer Society Nepal?

Volunteer Society Nepal is a local Nepali organization. This means that we have no international offices and all the money will go to Nepal and our projects. Because we have no international offices, we offer volunteering placements in Nepal that are highly affordable and designed for everyone from young students to adult professionals. As a local organization, we know our country best!
We have low overhead and still offer fantastic service, equal to the high-cost international agencies.

Volunteer fees go directly to the communities we serve, making real change. Thanks to these fees plus generous donations and funds raised by our ever-growing Volunteer Society Nepal family, we have already established several long-term sustainable projects. For example the CBIA School for 800 students, a daycare centre for intellectually disabled children, an after-school child care centre and a women’s centre. These are all continuously expanding. We provide scholarships for underprivileged children, supply nutritious food to our centres and donate school materials to different schools.

Volunteer Society Nepal is founded and run by Nepali professionals. We collectively have more than 50 years experience of working in leading international volunteer and development organizations in Nepal. We frequently visit our project sites, meet volunteers, and hold discussions with host families, local people and organizations. Through this, we revise and set up new meaningful and rewarding programs. Our staff are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to support you at your placement. The office acts as a point of
contact with our staff and as a general meeting point for volunteers. We are here to assist with any concerns, problems, advice, and general administration that may arise during your time in Nepal.

Our Internship and volunteering programs in Nepal are flexible to ensure that our volunteers’ efforts and skills are channelled in the best way to benefit themselves and the local communities with which they work. In addition to the projects outlined on our website, we also offer placements in other areas at the special request of our volunteers and are happy to customize longer stays to include more than one project.

We have placed hundreds of international volunteers from 17 to 76 years old from all over the world. All of them have had a great experience while making a meaningful contribution to supporting local disadvantaged & marginalized communities. After returning to their homes safe and sound, some have already come back to Nepal, and many more have made plans to come back and join us again.

Why Volunteering in Nepal?

Nepal is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of biodiversity due to its varying altitudes and geographical position. The country covers altitudes from 60 meters above sea level to the peak of Everest at 8,848m! Because of this, Nepal has an incredibly diverse ecosystem including thick tropical jungles, teeming wildlife, great mountain ranges, forested hills and frozen valleys. Its spectacular geography offers an astonishing range of sightseeing attractions and adventure opportunities, which are found nowhere else on earth.

Nepal is home to hundreds of sacred sites and monuments dotted around medieval towns bearing influences of Hindu and Buddhist religious traditions from neighboring India and Tibet. This cultural and architectural landscape is unique to Nepal. In Kathmandu Valley alone, seven groups of monuments are on the UNESCO World Heritage List: The Durbar Squares of Hanuman Dhoka (Kathmandu), Patan
and Bhaktapur, the Buddhist stupas of Swayambhu and Bouddha, and the Hindu temples of Pashupati and Changu Narayan. Three other UNESCO World Heritage sites in Nepal are the Sagarmatha National Park, home to Mount Everest, Chitwan National Park in the Terai region, and Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha.

If you love stunning mountain views or love to climb them, then Nepal should be on the top of your bucket-list. Of the top 10 mountains in the world lying above 8000 metres, 8 are found in Nepal. This includes the world’s tallest mountain: Mount Everest. What’s more beautiful about Nepal is you don’t really have to be near the mountain ranges to enjoy the view: you can see the mountains even from the Terai. If you’re looking for extreme sport adventures, Nepal is also your destination. River rafting, paragliding, trekking, mountain climbing, kayaking, boating, bungee jumping, mountain flights – you name it; they are all available in Nepal. You can also find the world’s most extreme zipline in Pokhara, Nepal.

Volunteering in Nepal will help you to see the world from a different perspective, which enables you to develop your critical thinking and cross-cultural skills. In addition, by leaving the familiar behind to go encounter new people and places, you will gain a better understanding of yourself and the world around you. Experiencing another way of life firsthand will enhance your independence, understanding, education and self-awareness. These life-skills are all invaluable.

Volunteering in Nepal can be considered a mutual developing experience. It gives you to experience the real life in Nepal while making a meaningful contribution to disadvantaged local communities. Disadvantaged Nepalese people benefit from your help by means of care-giving, knowledge and love sharing. Simultaneously you will develop yourself as person by means of experiencing the Nepali culture, ethnicity and pureness. At last, many local Nepali benefit from our projects indirectly. Voluntary work in Nepal can be an extremely rewarding and life-changing experience. You will live and work in one of the world’s most diverse countries, with geography that ranges from the peak of the Himalaya to the tropical heat of the flat Terai; from the chaos of Kathmandu to the tranquility of rural villages.

Watch This Video To Know How Exciting Our Programs Are!

a glimpse of the volunteering journey in nepal

This little Himalayan nation is the perfect place to enjoy serenity while contributing effectively towards the society. Volunteer to work with childeren of or medical projects in Kathmandu and also exlpore the country.

Sponsor a child in Nepal

A world of educated children starts with you. No matter where you live, how old you are, or whether or not you can give, there are so many ways to get involved with Volunteer Society Nepal and you can start right now.

Combine Volunteering with Tour or Trek

Are you looking for an unforgettable adventure that combines the joy of volunteering with the joy of exploring the spectacular landscapes of Nepal? Volunteer Society Nepal cordially invites you to undertake a life-changing journey that will leave you with cherished memories and a profound understanding of satisfaction. Join us for a three or four-week volunteering and tour or trekking experience.

21 Days
Nepal
Trekking

Langtang Trek and Volunteering – 3 Weeks

21 Days
Nepal
Tour

Pokhara Chitwan Tour and Volunteering – 3 Weeks

28 Days
Nepal
Trekking

Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Volunteering – 4 Weeks

What Our Volunteers Say?

Learn more about the experience of volunteering in Nepal with us through the testimonials of our past volunteers

      
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   Sophie Pedrini 
 2024-10-14
 
 
  Penso che questa sia stata la esperienza più bella della mia vita. Ho trascorso un mese e mezzo in Nepal e non mi sono mai sentita in pericolo. Il supporto di VSN e i loro consigli sono stati preziosi. Sono davvero gentili e disponibili. Ho avuto un paio di problemi e mi hanno aiutata tantissimo.

Con loro ho fatto anche l’Annapurna Base Camp ed è andata alla grande. Anche da lontano erano sempre presenti.

Nel mio caso ho fatto volontariato in un monastero a Kathmandu. Ho vissuto lì con i monaci per tre settimane ed il mio compito era quello di insegnare. Sono poi andata a Pokhara per fare il mio trekking e come seconda parte della mia esperienza di volontariato sono andata ad un altro monastero lì per una settimana. Ci sono tantissimi progetti diversi e in base ai propri interessi possono costruire un progetto ad hoc per te.

Sono davvero grata di averli incontrati e di aver avuto modo di conoscerli e vedere il lavoro che fanno qui. Consiglio al 100% l’associazione sia per esperienze di volontariato che per altre tipologie di avventure come trekking o Chitwan.

Nepal mi rimarrà sempre nel cuore, tutto quello che ho vissuto qui, che ho imparato. Non ho parole per descriverlo. In Nepal ho trovato una seconda casa, una famiglia. Sarà un’esperienza, un ricordo che costudirò sempre.

Ancora grazie VSN per la vostra gentilezza, disponibilità e supporto. Un profondo abbraccio ❤️
  
 
       
   Nina Staelens 
 2024-09-27
 
 
  GEWELDIGE ERVARING!
Ik ging 3 weken naar Nepal om als vrijwilliger te werken in een gehandicaptencentrum in Kathmandu.
Al voor mijn vertrek kon ik alles goed regelen en kreeg heel snel antwoorden op al mijn vragen. Dus ik kon met een gerust hart aan mijn avontuur beginnen.
Ik werd goed begeleid vanaf dag 1, kreeg taalles en een dag sight seeing om me te kunnen inwerken. Ik kon steeds bij verschillende mensen terecht met al mijn vragen. Ze begeleiden je naar de werkplek zolang het nodig is en vragen regelmatig hoe het gaat en waar er moeilijkheden zitten. Ook helpen ze je bij het plannen van uitstappen en avonturen in je vrije tijd. Zo had ik dankzij VSN een geweldige tijd in de jungle! Ook het verblijf in het gastgezin was heel aangenaam. Super vriendelijke mensen, bezorgd, maar je krijgt ook voldoende vrijheid. En lekker eten natuurlijk!
Ik heb bijgeleerd op alle vlakken en mijn grenzen meermaals verlegd.
BEDANKT VSN! Jullie zijn geweldig!
  
 
       
   Alessandra Gasparini 
 2024-09-26
 
 
  Esperienza bellissima! Lo staff è meraviglioso! Sono tutti simpaticissimi e super disponibili, mi sono sentita accolta e sempre al sicuro sapendo di poter contare su di loro per qualsiasi problema! Sono stata in ospedale qualche giorno e loro sono sempre stati con me, Anjila in particolare ha passato notte e giorno con me per tutto il periodo di ricovero, non la ringrazierò mai abbastanza per non avermi lasciata sola! Grazie di tutto❤️
  
 
       
   Evy Lamers 
 2024-09-15
 
 
  In augustus ben ik met VSN naar Nepal gegaan. Tijdens de voorbereidingen ben ik heel prettig geholpen via mail contact. Al mijn vragen werden snel en duidelijk beantwoord. Ik werd opgehaald bij het vliegveld in Katmandu. Vanaf dat moment tot aan het moment dat ik weer voor de terugweg op het vliegveld stond, waren de medeweerkers van VSN er voor mij. Voor alles kon ik bij ze terecht en het voelde erg prettig om in een ver land dit contact te hebben. De excursies geregeld door VSN waren leuk en er werd veel verteld door de medewerkers. Het gastgezin was ontzettend aardig en wilde ook alles voor ons doen, van heerlijk eten tot een kakkerlakkenjacht midden in de nacht. Al met al een superfijne ervaring vol met culturele belevenissen. Momo’s maken, naar festivals gaan, tempels bezoeken, jungle bezoeken, paragliden, rituelen zien, slapen in klooster enz. Je kon het zo gek niet bedenken of VSN regelde voor je dat je dit kon meemaken. Er was veel keuze uit vrijwilligerswerk, dus voor iedereen wat wils. Zo mooi en bijzonder om iets op deze manier bij te kunnen dragen.

Kortom het was een ontzettend mooie en indrukwekkende reis en ik zou iedereen aanraden om met VSN dit mooie avontuur aan te gaan.

VSN, nogmaals een hele GROTE dankjewel voor jullie!
  
 
       
   Cecilia Boberg 
 2024-09-15
 
 
  Coming to Nepal to do an internship with Volunteer Society Nepal has really been an amazing experience as they do all in their power to make you comfortable and prepare you for your stay in Nepal. This is done through a couple of days where you get to acclimatize to the Nepali culture and they are very communicative, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

For me, I did an 8-week internship at the women’s empowerment center and at the secondary school of CBIA where I talked about the how different societal factors impact our health as well as adapting some lessons to fit the curriculum of the CBIA students. Whilst being here you feel very appreciated as people are curious about how life is in different countries and love to share experiences. VSN are truly trying to make a difference for the Nepali people, and you can feel that passion when you are here.

Although everything is so different compared to Sweden you feel at home, much thanks to the people you meet here, including everyone who works with VSN!
  
 
       
   Natka Mašterová 
 2024-09-15
 
 
  The whole experience with VSN was absolutely wonderful!

We came to Nepal for 2-week medical internship in Pókhara. People of Volunteer Society Nepal were able to organize absolutely everything for us, including bus tickets and of course - the incredible homestays. Both families we stayed with (one in Kathmandu and one in Pokhara) were very welcoming and friendly and took the best care of us.
The medical internship itself was also organized by the Volunteer Society and gave us a lot of time to observe different conditions and practices in the Manipal Teaching Hospital in Pókhara. Overall it was truly an interesting experience. In the end we also took some time to explore city itself and the nature on a two day easy hike!

Thank you so much for the care and passion with which you are able to welcome every and each person coming to Nepal! We were absolutely in awe of all the things you manage to do ❤️ Thanks to your organization our internship was filled with adventure, kind and friendly people and of course amazing moments on every step.
  
 
       
   Anežka Černá 
 2024-09-09
 
 
  It was a big pleasure to go to Nepal via Volunteer Society Nepal. I did a medical internship for a few weeks in a hospital in Kathmandu and then volunteered at school and did health checks. From the very beginning, I felt safe with all the VSN members, and they helped me with everything anytime. I highly recommend volunteering with VSN and I would love to come back someday.
  
 
       
   Valeria Galli 
 2024-09-01
 
 
  Ho trascorso tutto il mese di Agosto 2024 in Nepal grazie a VSN. Decisamente una delle esperienze più incredibili della mia vita.
Durante la mia permanenza a Pepsi-Cola, Kathmandu sono stata ospitata da una calorosa famiglia locale e ho condiviso la casa con 3 fantastiche coinquiline internazionali. Durante le settimane di volontariato ho avuto l'opportunità di supportare i bambini e le insegnanti della scuola CBIA e di insegnare inglese alle donne del Women Center. È stata un'esperienza davvero straordinaria!
Grazie a VSN ho avuto anche modo di visitare i dintorni di Kathmandu e altri due posti meravigliosi in Nepal, Pokhara e Chitwan.
Grazie al loro continuo supporto, è stato tutto estremamente facile e divertente.
Non avrei potuto scegliere associazione migliore a cui affidarmi per il mio viaggio e la consiglio a chiunque voglia vivere una fantastica esperienza a stretto contatto con la cultura locale, combinando volontariato ed esplorazione!
Grazie di tutto.
  
 
       
   Rocco Americano 
 2024-09-01
 
 
  Truly the greatest experience of my life. I spent one month in Nepal and had a wonderful time there. Did some volunteering (English and Maths classes) at the local school and women center. Met a lot of beautiful people throughout this experience: other volunteers from all around the world and local people as well. Shared values and experiences, discovered a new beautiful culture, learned a lot about both the world and myself. I had the opportunity to discover Nepal in many different ways: I talked with lots of local people who where happy to share their culture and tradion, took part in some local festivals, visited new cities as a tourist in my days off and even did the Annapurna base camp trekking (VSN helped us find a guide) with two others volunteers and went bunge jumping. No complaints at all: Anjila, Ishwor and Bishal are beautiful people, always there to help and ready to answer any question and doubt. To cap it all it was a terrific experience, I hope I never forget about it
  
 
       
   Donatella Petti 
 2024-08-31
 
 
  Thanks to Volunteer Society Nepal, my experience in Nepal was the best I could have asked for. They guided me through every step of my volunteering journey and even beyond that. With their extensive network and contacts, they can organize activities outside of volunteering, and I always felt I was in good hands. They consistently sought feedback on how my experience was going and were ready to make changes until I was fully satisfied.

I volunteered at a monastery, first with the girls and then with the boys, teaching English. During my time there, several holidays occurred, which meant there were no classes for a few days. Volunteer Society Nepal informed me as soon as they knew and offered to adjust my plans if this wasn’t ideal for me. However, I chose to stay and spend time with the girls, enjoying their company beyond the classroom.

For the second part of my volunteering, I was at a monastery in Pokhara, and they took care of all the transfer arrangements. I also expressed a desire to go trekking in the Himalayas, and they organized everything for that as well. I have complete trust in them. Moreover, a friendship forms with each member of the team—they become your family in Nepal, ensuring you never feel alone.