Location
  • Nepal
    • Kathmandu
    • Solukhumbu
Length
2 to 20 weeks

Program Details

Language
English
Age Min.
16
Housing
Host Family

Pricing

Starting Price
455
Price Details
Program Fee Inclusions

Transportation: Covers airport pickups, transfers to and from project sites, and additional costs for distant placements.
Orientation: Includes Nepali language lessons, cultural training, safety tips, program-specific guidance, and heritage site tours.
Food & Accommodation: Shared accommodations with host families or at hostels, plus three daily meals of Nepali standards.
Administrative Support: Staff salaries, office operations, mentoring, 24/7 emergency support, and program promotions.
Community Project Funding: Supports women’s empowerment, child development, health care, youth activities, environmental conservation, disaster relief, and staff/local volunteers.
Dec 18, 2024
Apr 24, 2025
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About Program

Make a real difference with Volunteers Initiative Nepal (ViN)! Choose from over 50 volunteering and internship projects tailored to your passions. Whether it’s women’s empowerment, child education, youth development, public health, environmental conservation, or disaster risk reduction, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

For over 20 years, ViN has empowered communities, improved education in remote areas, and tackled key health challenges. Our projects align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to ensure lasting, meaningful change.

Discover Nepal’s rich culture and stunning landscapes while making a positive impact.

Start your journey today with ViN—your adventure and Nepal’s future await!

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Program Highlights

  • Empower Women and Youth: Provide education, leadership training, and life skills development to help women and youth unlock new opportunities and break barriers.
  • Improve Education Access and Health: Enhance access to education for children while addressing critical health issues like hygiene and nutrition in underserved communities.
  • Conserve Nepal’s Environment: Participate in reforestation projects and other environmental conservation initiatives to protect Nepal's natural beauty and promote sustainable practices.

Program Impact

Empowering Women and Children: ViN has empowered over 300 women’s clubs and improved education for thousands of children in remote Nepal, fostering equality and opportunity.

Strengthening Communities: Volunteers contribute to sustainable projects like health clinics, reforestation, and disaster resilience, directly benefiting over 20,000 marginalized individuals.

Global and Personal Growth: Through immersive cultural experiences and hands-on programs aligned with the UN SDGs, volunteers leave a lasting legacy while gaining invaluable skills and perspectives.

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Program Reviews

4.88 Rating
based on 32 reviews
  • 5 rating 87.5%
  • 4 rating 12.5%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Impact 4.7
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.8
  • Value 4.65
  • Safety 4.95
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Chandrika
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very enjoyable

Hi!! I am Chandrika. I did my volunteering at Volunteer Initiative Nepal as a national volunteer for 2 months. I am really glad i got this opportunity from VIN. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. During my volunteering, I met many national and international volunteers. And I made some really good friends. The best part of my volunteering was community people, they were very loving, I loved their hospitality. In these 2 months, I participated in many projects. Some of were awareness programs on early marriage and human trafficking. Another was before, during and after the earthquake. I did a survey on breast cancer and menopause and climate change as well. I get to learn many new things like social skills, computer skills, teaching skills, communication skills, etc. Overall, I enjoyed and liked my volunteering journey. Thank you VIN!!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
I think this is the opportunity you should grab for making your mind fresh as well as for meeting new people.
18 people found this review helpful.
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MANABE
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Animal care volunteer

I walked with the dogs , brushed them and contributed to their welfare. I also rescued injured dogs and took them to the clinic. It was important for me to take my time to interact with the dogs, as they have variety of circuses. And the people at the center have a very deep love for the dogs. It was a great experience for me to be a part of the community while feeling that. This was a great experience and the support from VIN was very good, which made me feel at ease with the activity.You will experience a better life experience here.

22 people found this review helpful.
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Yuichi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Authentic Nepal

I had a precious experience in VIN for 3 weeks.

I had a lot of chances to visit local communities, and local schools, and I learned a lot about Nepal. I didn’t know Nepal still has various issues such as trafficking, and child marriage. I also stayed with a host family, visited sightseeing spots, and got absorbed in festivals. They were really fun for me. Overall I really appreciate other volunteers, staff, host family, villagers, all of them. I highly recommend you to join us too, if you want to experience “authentic Nepal”.

27 people found this review helpful.
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Mathis
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Mon expérience avec VIN

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What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
J’ai rencontré une personne, qui est devenu mon ami à Pokhara avec qui j’ai passé de super moment.
Il m’a invité chez lui pour manger et rencontrer sa famille, il m’a fait visiter Pokhara, m’a emmené sur le lac avec son bateau. Ces moments sont innoubliables
29 people found this review helpful.
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Cherry
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Nice experience

Local volunteers are nice and the program is not hard as I thought. The program is meaningful to enhance the recent trash and pollution condition in Kathmandu. I think the working time is flexible and free as they allow you to choose when to takes day off. As I only took a short term volunteer program, I didn't get the chance to explore Nepal that much, but with long term program, VIN have provided tourism outside Kathmandu that worth a try. Love the host family as they gave me a chance to take part in their wedding and treated me pretty well.

What was your funniest moment?
we making chard paper for the presentation together
Pros
  • environmental friendly program
  • kind locals
  • flexible work time
Cons
  • a lot of sunshine
  • a lot of walk
27 people found this review helpful.
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Nick
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very positive experience

I spent 6 weeks at a Buddhist monastery teaching English. I lived at the monastery and also ate there, which enabled an authentic immersion into the monks’ way of life. Furthermore, I was able to prepare lessons and encourage students to improve their English abilities. Through speaking, reading, and writing, I saw their linguistic confidence grow over time - which made me very proud of the students!

VIN facilitated and supported this experience, which made it a memorable time. The bonds created and the fun I had will ensure that Nepal has a special place in my heart.

What was your funniest moment?
When preparing a lesson on prepositions, I drew stickmen on the whiteboard. I then left the room to get something. And when I returned, a student was giving the stickmen smiley faces. I shared a laugh with that student, while realising the positive impact volunteering has.
Pros
  • Amazing students
  • Positive impact
  • Lots of fun
37 people found this review helpful.
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Thea
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Internship at VIN

I had a 4 week internship at VIN in Kathmandu at a hospital. Everyone at VIN was very sweet and welcoming and made it impossible not to love the nepalese culture. They helped whenever they were able to and had great accommodation and provided us with breakfast, lunch and dinner. They helped make contact to a local hospital and were there to speak to them if we had any difficulties. They also picked us up and dropped us at the airport and took us on sightseeing trips around Kathmandu. Great experience, I learned a lot. 10/10

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Keep an open mind and have patience when in Nepal
38 people found this review helpful.
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Ralph
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Teaching at Buddhist Monastery with VIN

I spent four weeks volunteering teaching English at a Buddhist monastery through VIN. And it was absolutely amazing. The experience was life changing and the support that VIN gave in the induction and throughout my placement was unparalleled. Don't be afraid to email before you come as well because the team are very helpful. The induction was three days long and introduced and by the end I felt thoroughly prepared for my placement. Staying at VIN's hostel was also great, basic but I found I didn't need anything more. VIN are always in need of more support and I would recommend staying as long as you can as you make more of an impact this way. If you haven't done anything like this before like I had, I couldn't stress enough that it is absolutely worth it and incredibly enjoyable. Thank you VIN!

45 people found this review helpful.

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