An amazing experience

It was my first time volunteering abroad so I was a little nervous going into it. However, as soon as I met Naresh (he was waiting for me as soon as I got off the bus in Pokhara), I knew I was in good hands.

The program was coordinated very well. My host-family was very accommodating. I enjoyed seeing the day-to-day life of a Nepali family, how hard they worked, and how beautiful the culture is. Naresh and members of my host family helped me to understand Nepali customs. I enjoyed the food (very healthy in my opinion) and learned a lot about religion and beliefs.

I volunteered and taught English at a school and I found it very rewarding. The children in Nepal are very interested in learning and I had fun teaching them games, rhymes and songs. I also became close friends with the teachers. It's very different there. They don't have much, so teaching capabilities are limited. When my program ended, they had a beautiful ceremony for me and showered me with gifts, flowers, presents and love. I became close to the students and some of them were crying when I left. It was one of the most heartfelt moments of my life.

I also appreciated Insight Nepal planning my side trips. I enjoyed trekking Annapurna and Jomsom. It's an amazing experience and if you're ready to push yourself and explore a new culture, I recommend you contact Insight Nepal. It was worth every penny and it's a trip that I will never forget.