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NGO Pokhara, Nepal

5.0
20 reviews20

Volunteer with us supporting our children before and after school

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with the locals
6 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Connect with international travelers
5 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

6h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Child Care
Help look after, educate and instruct children.
Teaching Sports
Teach or help guests or local communities practice a new sport.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Languages
Teach a language to guests or local communities.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Verified Host
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The Experience

Namaste! I'm Prashna. I work as a social worker here in Pokhara. As a child I did not have many opportunities and been raised in an orphanage made the difference in my life. Due to the kindness that was shown to me, I wanted to give back to my community and help children in the same situation, giving them a chance to have a different life. For this reason, I started this organization

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Additional Fee Required

Unfortunately, we do not receive any financial support from the government so we kindly request a contribution of $9 per day to help cover expenses such as volunteers accommodation and food.

Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Over 18 years old
  • Be from outside Nepal
  • Accepts solo applications and also couples and pairs

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Availability

Mar
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Aug
Stay at least
7 days
Stay up to
12 weeks

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5 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

NGO

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

6 Meeting locals

5 Meeting international travelers

5 Immersing in the local culture

5 Creating true social impact

4 Developing social awareness

3 Practicing English

United States

5

I stayed at Prashna's and Guita's house for 40 days and the experience will stay with me for my whole life. The children there are everything, and I left the house with all of the kids calling me “bhināju”(brother in law). I did many meaningful things with Prashna and his family such as an extremely successful go fund me project with Prashna that outfitted an entire village with sleeping supplies. That project would not have been possible without Prashna who coordinated the entire project. I experienced many parts of Nepali life from a traditional wedding, to local wine called raksi.

about 1 month ago

Russia

5

I stayed at Prashna's place for 3 weeks, and it was amazing. i got to know this family and children, learned some nepali, met incredible volunteers (Jeff, Johna and Caleb), and learned some things about myself as well. I got everything that was promised (and even more) and i did my best to give this family and children all the love and appreciation that i have. My days, from morning till night were filled with love, joy and kindness. I definitely will come again to see children, to see this big and happy family. Prashna is a great man with big heart, i was really honoured to get to know him

about 2 months ago

Australia

5

I have loved my time at the organization, and what was suppose to be a two week stay has turned into a much longer one. The huge family here is very warm and welcoming, and Prashna has been very good at making sure I have everything to be comfortable. The kids are fantastic - intelligent and friendly. It is a lot of fun to help with homework as well and play and chat with them. There is also much spare time to explore Pokhara. Food is delicious. I recommend this place to all travellers. A big thank you to Prashna, all the kids and adults at the organization, and the other volunteers I shared my time here with.

2 months ago


Prashna replied

Dear Geoff Namaste

It has been a great time with you staying with us together. Thank you very much for your time and you support. We enjoyed your staying with us.
Thank you very much.

United States

5

Each day of my two weeks provided me more than I could ever imagine. Early on, Prashna welcomed me the first night, ensured I was comfortable in the private room, and explained the setup of his organization. Then, he connected me with the children at the orphanage, particularly, the five teenage guys. Each morning, as was my duty, I assisted the children with their homework prior to school, ate breakfast with the guys, then awaited their return from school. Between playing sports, eating well, and learning about the culture from the people at the organization, I become very comfortable; you will too!

4 months ago

Poland

5

Life in the family was a great experience the most normal activities at home gave us joy thanks to the atmosphere and the people who were there. After spending time there you slowly feel like you have lived there for a long time. Children make your day better and better. Staying there taught us Nepali cultures as much as possible. I highly recommend this experience that I will remember forever

4 months ago

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