Volunteer Nepal Program Locations
Pokhara
Pokhara is Nepal's center of adventure and is an enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley. It is the starting point for many of Nepal's most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The atmosphere on the Shore of Phewa Lake is one of excited vitality as backpackers crowd the many bars and restaurants exchanging recommendations on guest houses and viewpoints, both by the lake and above the clouds.
Kathmandu
Kathmandu is the capital and the largest metropolitan city of Nepal. The city is situated in the northwestern part of Nepal. The Kathmandu Valley covers an area of 565 sq. kilometers. The city stands at an elevation of approximately 1400 m and is inhabited by about 700,000 people. It is considered to have the most advanced infrastructure among urban areas in Nepal. It is home to most of the government offices, embassies, corporate houses, and palaces. The old palace of the Newar kings at Durbar Square is listed as UNESCO world heritage site. Nearby is Freak Street, which was the popular hippie spot during the 1970s. The "old" city is noted for its many Buddhist and Hindu temples and palaces, most dating to the 17th century. Many of these landmarks have been damaged by earthquakes and pollution.
Tribhuvan International Airport is located at the eastern edge of the city, about 6 km from the city center, offering domestic and international flights.
Chitwan
Chitwan is a county known for its beautiful mountains and the Gangetic flat lands of the Terai that stretches throughout the southern part of Nepal and provides a whole different kind of experience. A visit to Nepal remains incomplete without seeing the beauty of the Terai Chitwan.
The Royal Chitwan National Park, established in 1973, provides a great wildlife experience with its rich flora and fauna. The wildlife and the landscape are not as breathtaking as those found in Africa but still, the experience will stand out. The flora and fauna of Chitwan makes it a great place for nature lovers. It has over 50 different species of mammals, 400 different species of birds, and 65 different types of butterflies in its hardwood Sal forests, riverine vegetation, and "elephant grass" savannah. More than 70 different species of grass grow here. The most famous wildlife in Chitwan is perhaps the single-horned Asian rhinoceros and a few decades ago, their number had fallen to less than 100, but recent count puts them at 400. These animals have thick armor that is hard to penetrate even with a bullet.
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