Volunteer Programs in Bhaktapur, Nepal

Volunteers can do their medical elective at a hospital in Kathmandu Pokhara or Chitwan where they will have the opportunity to shadow fully qualified doctors and nurses, and experience first hand the stark contrast between Western medical practice and the realities of medicine in developing countries. IVHQ's medical elective program is invaluable for a career in medicine. Experienced and longer-term volunteers (2+ months) will have more scope to assist with hands-on tasks, and may also have the option to experience work in a rural health clinic, where they will assist medical staff in performing day-to-day tasks in the more "off-the-beaten-track" communities of Nepal. Key requirements for a volunteer on the Nepal medical elective program are initiative, enthusiasm, and readiness to work in unfamiliar circumstances with minimal resources and understaffed hospitals. N.B. For the Medical Elective, volunteers need to be training or qualified in a relevant medical field. Therefore, volunteers are required to present a copy of their qualifications and certificates to our program partner on arrival in Nepal. The medical elective also incurs a surcharge of USD $50 per week to cover costs associated with this program. This will be included in the fees quoted to you when you apply.

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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

Our volunteer abroad programs in Nepal are centered in and around Kathmandu, the fabled capital surrounded by mystical peaks, serene monasteries, blessed with a cosmopolitan culture and cuisine. Volunteer programs in Nepal directly help in remedying the socio-economic issues of the country by offering locals helping hands and also income that comes through volunteer bookings. Our key volunteer projects in Nepal are our Monk English Teaching and Women Empowerment Programs. Other programs of interest include Medical and Nursing volunteering (ideal for pre-med or pre-nursing students) and volunteering at a Dog and Animal Care shelter. Family Volunteering in Nepal is also possible for parents and children of any age group.