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Published 2/3/26 2:44AM

Annapurna Sanctuary: Trekking & Community Development Program

PVN NEPAL
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    February 11, 2026, 12:45 PM GMT+5:45
    End Date:
    February 28, 2028, 12:30 PM GMT+5:45
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    15
    Cost:
    Fee Required: $500
    Cause Areas:
    Agriculture, Education, Entrepreneurship, Housing & Homelessness, Travel & Hospitality
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Housing Available, Language / Cultural Support Available
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    No Criminal Background Certificate

    Description

    Annapurna Sanctuary: Trekking & Community Development Program

    Join a life-changing 4-week journey that combines the breathtaking Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek with a meaningful community volunteer placement. This program offers a unique blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and social service.

    Location

    On-site

    kathmandu

    Bagawan Bahal Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
    Thamel

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    Instructions:
    • ty volunteer placement. This program offers a unique blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and social service.
    • Responsibilities:
      • Support local schools: Assist teachers with English, Math, or Science lessons.
      • Community Development: Help with small-scale construction, school painting, or sustainable agriculture projects.
      • Health Awareness: Conduct basic hygiene or first-aid workshops for rural communities (optional based on skills).
      • Environmental Support: Participate in trail maintenance or reforestation efforts within the Annapurna Conservation Area.
    • Qualifications:
      • Moderate fitness level: Ability to hike 5–7 hours a day at high altitudes (up to 4,130m).
      • Adaptability: Comfortable living in basic tea houses or rural homestays.
      • Skills: No specific experience required, but a background in education, construction, or healthcare is a plus.
      • Age: Must be 18+ (or 16+ with parental consent).
    • What’s Included:
      • Comprehensive orientation and Nepali language lessons in Kathmandu.
      • Guided trekking to Annapurna Base Camp with experienced Sherpa guides.
      • All accommodation (hotels in Kathmandu/Pokhara, tea houses during the trek, and homestays during volunteering).
      • All meals during the trekking and volunteering phases.
    1. Date & Time
    • Availability: Flexible (Year-round).
    • Best Seasons: Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) for optimal trekking conditions.
    • Commitment: 28 days (4 weeks) preferred, though shorter 2-week options are available.
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