- Nepal
About Program
Unique chance to volunteer work in community based and sustainable eco tourism and wildlife conservation projects in Thailand, Nepal and Laos.
The projects are mostly in mountainous and forested regions, with some of Thailand's/Laos/Nepal's most treasured protected and important areas for biodiversity conservation. CNN recommends 8 volunteer organizations in their Be the Change Initiative. Open Mind Projects is one.
Create increased understanding and awareness of the importance and long term advantages of protecting the wildlife and preserving the environment is a major mission of the parks and volunteers.
Some projects in Thailand:
- KuiBuri NP
- Kaeng Krachan NP
- Tai Muang Marine National Park
- Phu Wua Wildlife Sanctuary
In Laos:
- Phou Khao Khouai
- Xe Pian, southern Laos
In Nepal:
- Chitwan, southern Nepal
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.
