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I had chosen women's education for my project and I must say the ladies were just surprising. By teaching them or by being with them I think learnt more than they did. Their enthusiasm and support to each other and the willpower they had made me realize so many things. Most importantly their love, care and blessings have made me even cheerful to do next project soon. This experience will forever be in my beautiful diary. It felt really nice to share things that I knew and to teach them useful stuff. Thank you IVHQ for this wonderful and memorable chance.

I recently had the privilege of volunteering in Kathmandu, Nepal, for two weeks, where I taught English to women in the local community. I embarked on this journey with the expectation of broadening my horizons and learning about myself, but nothing could have prepared me for the depth and impact of the experience.

From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the stark contrasts in Nepal. Witnessing some of the challenging conditions that many Nepali people face was eye-opening, but what stood out even more was the warmth, kindness, and resilience of the people I met. Despite the differences in our backgrounds, I felt completely safe and welcomed, not just within my program but also as I explored the country.

My specific program was an enlightening and humbling experience. I came in with high expectations for myself, but those quickly had to be adjusted as I learned how the school operated and what the students needed most. This was my first significant lesson: the importance of flexibility and adapting to the realities on the ground. Thankfully, I was surrounded by an incredible support system, including fellow volunteers and the local team, who were always there to offer guidance and encouragement.

Teaching English to the women in the school was truly rewarding. I cherished the opportunity to build close relationships with them, and it was inspiring to see their eagerness to learn and improve their skills. The program also allowed me ample time to explore the vibrant city of Kathmandu, where I immersed myself in the rich culture and history of the region.

One of the most memorable aspects of my time in Nepal was living with a host family. I highly recommend this to anyone considering a similar experience. Sharing in the daily joys and challenges of family life provided me with a deeper understanding of Nepali culture and made my stay feel even more authentic and enriching.

Overall, my volunteering experience in Nepal was much more than I could have ever imagined. It was a journey of learning, growth, and connection that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. If you're looking for a volunteer opportunity that will challenge you, inspire you, and leave you with lasting memories, I wholeheartedly recommend this program.

Volunteering in Nepal with IVHQ has been the trip of a lifetime that I will forever be grateful for. I’ve made some lifelong friendships all around the world with likeminded people that similarly want to make a difference in the places that need it most whilst travelling and getting to experience new cultures. The IVHQ headquarters team were beyond helpful with organising and answering any questions we had. The local team were incredible. They were so helpful, accommodating and understanding when we wanted to adjust plans. They are highly knowledgeable on things to do, and have provided us with many add on activities to explore the country and culture. Whilst in Nepal they have helped organise a beautiful trek, a wildlife safari, temple viewing, and the opportunity to stay in a Buddhist monastery. Being able to live with a local Nepali host family was by far the most valuable way to experience the community and local culture. They cooked local food for us and we partook in their daily religious activities. We got to hear about their lives and stories, whilst being provided a home away from home; the host mother called me ‘daughter’. The volunteering experience was so eye opening. My first childcare placement was in a government school for kids that live in the slums. My host brother took me to see where they lived, and it was heartbreaking to witness some of the worst conditions I’ve seen. They live in a community along the river that overflowed during my stay, flooding their home (which hardly consists of a roof over their head). The annual flooding can make the community sick potentially leading to death. These kids live in awful conditions but you’d never know. They have unwavering spirit and determination to learn. The second placement was at a volunteer run childcare centre. I’ve never been so in awe of what people can do for others when they put their mind to it. This centre was run so well, funded only by donations and volunteers. It was made mostly for single, struggling parents who need to work to support themselves, but have nowhere for their kids to go. It provides the children with food and classes. It was so inspiring. This whole experience has been incredible that whilst I was still volunteering, I was already looking at which IVHQ destination I could go to next. Volunteering and supporting developing countries is something that you will never regret doing, and if you have the ability to help others, why wouldn’t you? I’d recommend this experience to everyone.

So how was this experience unique? How else could you gain the trust of a wild elephant, by learning how to wrap its 'kuchi' and feeding her every day? I learned a lot on this trip, and absolutely loved my time with the two 'approachable' elephants; the Local Team was very clear about how the rest of the elephants were wild, and could be unpredictable. Now that I'm back home I miss the smell of the place, the mud and the leaves, and I miss not hugging my favourite pachyderm. While in Chitwan I gained a snapshot of the daily life of the Mahouts, and I appreciated the hospitality of the entire team. I recommend this journey.

Volunteering with IVHQ was life changing! I really enjoyed immersing my self in the culture and learning from all the people I met! I even made friends with many of the other volunteers while there! IVHQ made me feel well prepared for my trip along with the local guides they are partnered with! I always felt safe and that I always had someone I could message with questions throughout my whole process. I will definitely be volunteering with them again in the near future! The program staff helped me the entire time I was there and even prior to the trip beginning. The trip was incredibly affordable! I was impressed with how affordable this trip was! It was one of the longest trips I have taken and it was also one of the cheapest! I felt safe the entire time as a solo traveler! This trip was amazing and I truthfully feel like I made an impact on the community I helped!

I had a fantastic experience volunteering in Nepal through IVHQ, they give you all the information and preparation you need before you start your journey and are there with you all the way through it, they have great people working with them in all these other countries, you’re never short of people to turn to if needed. I learned so much about the Nepalese upturned by getting the chance to stay with a local family. I would highly recommend IVHQ and would definitely use them again if I were to volunteer in the future ☺️

IVHQ made a lifelong dream of mine come true—to work with elephants at sanctuary. The staff had great resources to prepare volunteers for their respective volunteer projects including country specific information. The in-country team also went above and beyond giving a great orientation to the country and making sure we had everything in place to get to our project placements. My conservation project was an amazing experience—blessed once again to have a great organization to work for and comfortable accommodations. I’m hoping to do another project through IVHQ in the future.

Would definitely recommend! I’m 18 and this was my first time solo travelling so it was great that volunteering in Nepal felt safe but still adventurous and exciting and I got to be fully immersed in a new culture. Teaching the women was difficult at times but also rewarding and fun and the women are so endearing and eager to learn. Staying with a local family was great - they were so hospitable and kind and the food was fantastic! A great way to experience the culture while having homely comforts.