Nepal Learning Service: Transformative Student Adventure

Your trip to Nepal

Programme type: Learning Service

Duration: 14 days

Accommodation type: Guesthouse

Transport type: Private bus, Jeep

Sustainable Development Goals: 4. Quality Education, 11. Sustainable Cities and Communities, 13. Climate Action, 15. Life on Land

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Highlights

Support Greater One-horned Rhino protection and biodiversity monitoring, working alongside experts in Chitwan National Park’s buffer zone.
Discuss gender equality and youth empowerment with local students and collaborate together on reforestation and environmental education projects.
Head outdoors with hikes through Sarangkot and panoramic views of the Annapurna Mountain range and Himalayan foothills from the Nagarkot villages.
Explore Nepali traditions through food, music, trips to the local market, community engagement, and a Nepali language lesson.
Engage in conversations about environmental and social challenges worldwide and the power of local action to influence global outcomes.

What to expect

Experience an enriching journey through Nepal, a country where vibrant culture meets dramatic Himalayan landscapes and vital conservation efforts. This programme offers the chance to engage meaningfully with both people and place, leaving a lasting impression long after returning home.

Begin in Kathmandu, exploring ancient temples, lively markets, and gaining insight into daily life through cultural workshops, basic language lessons, and guided orientation activities. This first stage sets the foundation for respectful, impactful engagement.

The journey continues in Pokhara, framed by the towering Annapurna range. Explore the stunning surroundings with a hike to Sarangkot, rewarding you with breathtaking mountain panoramas. From there, the journey leads to the Chitwan region, renowned for its unique biodiversity and strong community-led conservation work. Home to a huge array of wildlife, you’ll have the chance to spot monkeys, elephants, crocodiles, and many different colourful birds. A particular focus here is the protection of the endangered Greater One-horned Rhino species.

Here, you’ll take part in hands-on initiatives such as rhino tracking, bird surveys, and habitat restoration, while also contributing to local development projects designed to improve education and sustainability. This immersive experience not only supports meaningful projects but also deepens understanding of the challenges and resilience of rural communities in Nepal.

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Why choose Nepal for your Learning Service programme?

Nepal offers a uniquely diverse setting where education, conservation, and cultural immersion come together to create a deeply impactful experience. From the bustling streets of Kathmandu to the tranquil villages on the edge of Chitwan National Park, the programme exposes students to both the country’s rich traditions and its pressing development needs.

One of the most distinctive aspects of this destination is the opportunity to contribute to the protection of the endangered Greater One-Horned Rhino, as well as other vital conservation initiatives. You’ll work alongside local experts to understand how biodiversity is managed and how communities adapt to the challenges of living alongside such remarkable wildlife.

The Himalayan backdrop adds another unforgettable dimension, with plenty of chances to explore the natural beauty of your surroundings.

For teachers, this Learning Service programme provides a well-supported framework to deliver cross-curricular learning - spanning geography, environmental science, history, and global citizenship - while fostering leadership, resilience, and intercultural understanding in students.

What's included?

We handle all the essentials, so you can focus on the experience.

Included:

Accommodation - Clean, safe and welcoming accommodation. A home away from home with comfortable amenities.
Meals and drinking water - All breakfast lunch and dinners, and always fresh drinking water.
Transportation - To and from the airport, plus everything in between.
24/7 Support - Round-the-clock support on the ground and 24/7 back-up from our global teams.
Free teacher places - One free staff place for every nine students that travel
Activities - All excursions, cultural activities, and social events.
Project training and materials - All programme activities and equipment, including training and workshops from experienced professionals.
Projects Abroad T-shirt - A free t-shirt for every traveller.
Dedicated pre-departure support - Your group’s own contact to support with everything from application to departure.
Presentations for students, parents, and teachers - Online or in-person presentations to answer all questions and help prepare travellers for their programme.
Fundraising advice - Support and resources to aid students’ fundraising journeys.

Upon request:

Flights - We can arrange group flights for you, to keep your booking simple.
Travel and medical insurance - Provided by our trusted insurance partners.
Reflective journals - Custom-made journals to support student reflections and learning outcomes.
International Volunteering Diploma (16 UCAS Points) - Bolster your programme's educational value with an online Level 3 diploma developed specifically for Projects Abroad participants by the Centre for Global Citizenship Studies.