Nepal Learning Service
Discover Nepal’s vibrant culture, history, and natural beauty
What’s included
Transportation
Reflective Journals – Upon Request
Flights – Upon Request
Travel and Medical Insurance
Trip Overview
Community initiatives
Discuss gender equality and youth empowerment with local students and collaborate together on reforestation and environmental education projects.
Support conservation work
Support Greater One-horned Rhino protection and biodiversity monitoring in the Southern Terai region of Chitwan National Park’s buffer zone.
Reflect on global issues
Engage in conversations about environmental and social challenges worldwide and the power of local action to influence global outcomes.
See Nepal's stunning scenery
Head outdoors with hikes through Sarangkot and panoramic views of the Annapurna Mountain range and Himalayan foothills from the Nagarkot villages.
Cultural immersion
Explore Nepali traditions through food, music, trips to the local market, community engagement, and a Nepali language lesson.
Peer-to-peer interaction
Students are exposed to different cultures and diverse perspectives, highlighting their role within a global community.
What you can expect
Experience an enriching journey through Nepal, a country where vibrant culture meets dramatic Himalayan landscapes and vital conservation efforts. This program offers the chance to engage meaningfully with both people and place, leaving a lasting impression long after returning home.
Education and cultural immersion
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.
Rhino conservation
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.
Why choose Nepal for your Learning Service program
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 program 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 program 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.
Plan your adventure
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