High School Study Abroad in Nepal

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Leave your comfort zone and come and experience true cultural immersion in Pokhara. This region is a melting pot of multiple religions, languages, musical influence, and foods, giving you a wonderful opportunity to expand your worldview. You will be living in a traditional Nepali village, attending daily local language lessons, and delving deeper into the local customs and traditions—all while giving back to the community on a variety of construction projects. This program is specifically designed for volunteers between the ages of 15 -17 years old. Younger volunteers will be under supervision, with training by world-class leaders in their field, chosen for their mix of relevant experience and ability to mentor and inspire young people.

Projects Abroad Nepal has projects in Teaching, Care, Himalayan Mountain Conservation & Environment, and Medicine & Healthcare. As one of the world's poorest countries, volunteers are desperately needed in Nepal to help out in its schools and hospitals. Our office is based in the bustling city of Kathmandu - a city full of jostling crowds, rickety ox carts, and noisy auto-rickshaws. Most of our volunteer placements are located here too, although some are located in more rural areas of the Kathmandu valley. We also have some medical projects based in the lowlands area of Chitwan. Volunteers in Nepal live with host families. Some families welcome up to four volunteers into their home, and you'll usually share a room with one other volunteer. A couple of families even take up to twelve volunteers and these homes offer an experience more similar to living in a hostel. Nepal is a small yet stunning land of snow-capped mountains, majestic old temples, and the colorful city of Kathmandu. The home of Mount Everest draped along the backbone of the Himalayas, Nepal entices all kinds of people  and they don't go home disappointed.

Immerse yourself in a remote Sherpa village in the Everest region on this high school service and cultural immersion program. Work with community partners on impactful projects—from helping construct a community building to leading English activities with local youth. Trek through the dramatic foothills of the Himalaya with professional Sherpa guides, learning stories of mountaineering and Tibetan culture along the way. Join a monastery retreat to study Buddhism, practice meditation, and experience daily rituals. Explore Kathmandu’s temples, vibrant markets, and ancient squares as you connect deeply with Nepal’s landscapes and people.

The views are indescribable as you white water raft through the valleys and trek through the mountains on an unforgettable journey through Nepal. Our Mountain Adventure program begins on the bustling streets of Kathmandu, where you’ll see temples and monuments. Then, you’ll hike to remote villages for homestays in communities where you’ll be immersed in their daily life. Tackle service projects, learn Nepali dances, play soccer with the kids, and see amazing landscapes at every turn. This is the perfect program for students ages 15-19 with an adventurous spirit!

Come face-to-face with complex social structures, diverse religions and geographic regions, and the intersections where tradition and change collide. You will get the chance to engage with organizations working on regenerative solutions to climate change, connect to life in local communities through homestays, experience the spirituality of an Ashram, trek in the Himalayas, kayak through the backwaters, and sample the amazing regional cuisines as you share meals with our amazing partners and soon-to-be new friends. Throughout your journey, the people you meet and the places you stay will teach you about the region's complexities, widen your perspective, and help you gain insights to understand the world's interconnectedness. As you understand how one action impacts another and how the mighty Himalayas affect coastal communities downstream, you can start to explore your purpose and the role you want to play in a globally interconnected world. 2025: CLOSED Spring 2026: February 25 - May 6 Fall 2026: September 24 - December 5

Terraced rice paddies, fluttering prayer flags, dew-drenched mornings: discover the beauty of the Himalayas, experience life in remote mountain communities, participate in a meditation retreat, and study traditional arts with local masters. Since ancient times, travelers, monks, merchants, artists, and warriors have passed through Kathmandu in their journeys across the great Himalayan range. Some never left, and today, ethnic groups peacefully coexist in the peaks and valleys of this dynamic country. Nepal’s rich cultural diversity provides a strong foundation for a larger conversation about the underpinnings of identity, community, and spirituality. Our summer abroad program weaves a path between rural and urban environments and different religious communities as we explore how ancient traditions can survive in a rapidly developing society. During our time in the Kathmandu Valley, we meet with local activists and experts who share their insights on Nepal’s history, politics, and culture. Moving into rural Nepal, we trek through lush green forests and stunning valleys, before settling into a homestay with subsistence farmers.