Volunteer organization going to answer some frequently ask questions for the volunteers before starting volunteer in Nepal. If you cannot find the answer of your question in given list then write us.
Q. What are the volunteer placement locations in Nepal?
Volunteer placement available all over Nepal as per your choice, year round
Q. When do I need to arrive in Nepal for my program?
All volunteers need to arrive one day before their program start date.
Q. When do I have to apply for the program?
Basically volunteers need to apply 2 month before of their starting date but in few programs like village / home stay and cultural exchange volunteers may apply a month before of their starting date that would be great.
Q. What will happen once I arrive in Nepal?
Volunteers are picked up from the International Airport in Kathmandu by the organization staff. Those volunteers who will be already in Nepal will be met by the staff at a designated meeting point decided beforehand. After you have been picked up you will be transferred to your accommodations.
Q. When will I know specific details of my placement?
Once you have applied, we will send you details of your placement usually within 2 working days.
Q. How do I get to the program location?
Our staff / representative will take you to your placement the first day and introduce you to everyone after giving you a basic orientation about the program/city/culture etc.
In subsequent days, you would need to commute between the placement and accommodation. In some cases, the placement would be located at a walking distance from the place of stay.
Q. I want to know more about accommodation arrangements?
We provide you with accommodation from your start date to the end of the program. Accommodation is provided on a shared and separate basis in a local Nepali family home. The home stay accommodations are neat and clean provide a happy stay during the period of volunteering in Nepal. All accommodations have running water, electricity and all basic amenities available. You should bring along things like, mosquito repellent and your own soaps and shampoos.
Q. What will be the food arrangement?
All volunteers are provided with 2 Nepali meals, tea coffee and cookies in between depending on their work schedule. Typical meals provided include Dal (Lentils), Rice, vegetables, Chicken etc.
Q. Do you make provision for vegetarians?
Yes, provisions for vegetarians can be made easily. Please make sure to inform our admin team in advance about your requirements.
Q. What is the age range to volunteer?
Volunteers must be 16 years or older at the beginning of the program. There is no upper age limit. You must be fit to travel and work.
Q. Can students, group couple, retired, seniors or families join the volunteer program?
Yes, students, group couple, retired, seniors or families are welcome to join our programs. We make special provisions for families joining our volunteering programs.
Q. What immunizations/vaccinations will I need?
We recommend you speak to your doctor before coming. A list of vaccinations would be provided in the Pre departure kit provided to volunteers before their departure.
Q. Are there more expenses once I arrive in Nepal?
Your program fee covers you for food, accommodation, airport pick up and drop you have to do travel and medical insurance yourself in your own country and home town. You will need to cover yourself for your personal expenses, such as traveling, telephone, internet, shopping, sightseeing etc. Traveling within Nepal is cheap; however, you should carry around $20 per week for your basic personal expenses.
Q. Where can I change my money in Nepal?
You can change money in any bank or at the airport by showing your passport .Money changers are available in plenty in Kathmandu as well. We also can provide exchange service in Kathmandu if require.
Q. Are there ATM’s in Nepal?
There are plenty of ATM’s in Kathmandu especially in the tourist areas.
Q. Is there phone and internet available on projects?
You will have to use Internet cafes to use Internet. To make phone calls you can use the phone booths. It is strongly recommended that you carry a mobile phone while traveling to Nepal. You can get international roaming or you can simply buy a local SIM card in the city. You would be assisted by your coordinator.
Q. What hours will I volunteer every day?
Volunteers usually work for 4-5 hours a day depending on their program. You will be working from Sunday to Thursday and sometimes on Friday too. Saturday is the official day off in Nepal.
Q. Are we able to do any sightseeing or traveling in weekends?
You will usually have 2 free days per week, you can utilize this time for anything you like. All costs are at the volunteer’s expense. Volunteers go for short trips Like Pokhara , Chitwan Lumbini or Nagarkot to view the magnificent views of sunrise and sunset from the Himalayan range.
Q. What visa do I need to get, will I get any help?
You need to apply for a tourist visa. You can easily get tourist visa for Nepal in your home country. However you can get visa on arrival at Kathmandu International Airport as well. It is easier to obtain.
Q. Do I need travel Insurance?
Yes, we strongly recommended that you must have travel and medical or health insurance. We don’t provide any Medical and travel insurance. In our past experience it shows that volunteer have to purchase medical and other Insurance for their financial safety.
Q. Where will I have to stay during the training period?
During the first phase, you will receive training in Kathmandu. For the second phase, you will move to Different village as per your program. You will be staying with Nepali family during the second phase training.
Q. How can I ensure my place in your program?
After getting your flight details your place will be ensure in our program. We will send you an-email. Which makes you sure that your place is reserved?
Q. Who choose my Host family?
Organization chooses the host family, according to your requirements, e-mails responds we will try to find appropriate host family for you.
Q. If My question is not here, what can I do?
Do not hesitate to write us (info@volunteeringinnepal.org) we are happy to answer you!