About Program
Rustic Pathways is thrilled to be running programs in Nepal for the first time in Summer 2017. In Nepal you will have the opportunity to explore life in the Himalayas, discover the wildlife of the Chitwan National Park, and learn about the rich culture and history of the Kathmandu Valley. Nepal offers the opportunity of a lifetime and is perfect for service buffs, adrenaline junkies, and change makers.
“From the tropical plains of Chitwan National Park to the snow capped Himalayan peaks, Nepal an adventurer’s wonderland. It’s a magical country rich in ethnic and geographic diversity. Each Himalayan valley is an island of culture and language. Collectively, they make up more than 100 different ethnic groups, from the Newars of the bustling Kathmandu valley, sprinkled with temples and shrines, to the expert mountaineer Sherpas of the Everest region. Namaste Nepal, we’re excited to be here.”
--Kai Johnson, Nepal Country Director
Video and Photos
Scholarships
Rustic Pathways Scholarships
Every year, travel company Rustic Pathways give away $250,000 to students from across the world. Scholarships are varied and it's worth checking back in after they've been awarded as late-season scholarship redistribution -- where uncollected grants are reallocated to new applicants -- takes place a few months later. Among their scholarships, the most relevant to prospective volunteers are the following:
Service Scholarships: Available to those who have never participated on a Rustic Pathways program before, this scholarship covers most or all of the program fees for a service-learning project with the company and is available to those who demonstrate financial need.
Gap Year Scholarships: Recognizing academic merit, these scholarships are available to cover some of the fees of a one-semester gap year program with Rustic Pathways.
Questions & Answers
Location
Nepal is well known for holding 8 of the 10 highest peaks in the world with the most famous and tallest being Mount Everest. Although most people think of the many large peaks that are prevalent across the landlocked country of Nepal, around a third of the country is considered subtropical. Whether you are a climber or not, Nepal has a variety of activities for any type of traveler.
