• 30 Days/ 29 Nights

NGO Tourism in Nepal Program - Rural village near Pokhara (easy trek access)

Time Allocation (30 Days)

  • Service work: 18 - 20 days
  • Training & reflection: 4 days
  • Trekking & travel: 6 - 7 days
  • Rest / cultural immersion: built in weekly
NGO Tourism in Nepal
NGO Tourism in Nepal

Weekly Rhythm

  • 3 - 4 days teaching
  • 2 days agriculture
  • 1 light / cultural / rest day
  • Prevents burnout and keeps quality high
NGO Tourism in Nepal
NGO Tourism in Nepal

Service Rules

  • Max 4 - 5 hours/day service
  • Volunteers co-teach, never replace locals
  • Agriculture = assist + learn, not labor exploitation
NGO Tourism in Nepal
NGO Tourism in Nepal

30 Days NGO Tourism in Nepal Itinerary

01

DAY 01 - Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Airport pick-up & hotel transfer / Rest & light walk around local area
  • Welcome dinner with Nepali cultural briefing

Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu. Hotel- Guesthouse, Homestay

02

DAY 02 - Orientation & Preparation

  • Responsible volunteering & child-protection policy
  • Teaching methods workshop
  • Overview of local agriculture systems
  • Overnight: Kathmandu- Hotel - Gueshouse - Homestay
03

DAY 03: Travel to Pokhara & Village

  • Drive / fly to Pokhara / Transfer to community village
  • Homestay check-in & welcome ceremony
  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse

Days 04 - 10 Core Service Week 1

04

DAY 04 - School Observation & Support

  • Classroom observation / Assist English conversation
  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
05

DAY 05 - Teaching Day

  • Reading, pronunciation, games / Creative activities
  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
06

DAY 06 - Agriculture Field Work

  • Planting / harvesting / composting / Organic farming workshop
  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
07

DAY 07 - Teaching + Awareness

  • Hygiene & environment education / School garden support
  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
08

DAY 08 - Agriculture & Market Learning

  • Field support / Visit local market
  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
09

DAY 09 - Community & Culture

  • Village walk / Cooking class / handicrafts
  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
10

DAY 10 - Reflection & Rest

  • Group reflection / Free afternoon /
  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse

Days 11 - 17 Core Service Week 2

11

DAY 11 - Teaching Focus / One-to-one reading support

  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
12

DAY 12 - Teaching + Teacher Collaboration / Lesson planning with local teachers

  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
13

DAY 13 - Agriculture Sustainability

Irrigation / seed nursery / Climate resilience discussion

  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
14

DAY 14 - Teaching & Sports Games & teamwork

  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
15

DAY 15 - Community Project Day - Clean-up or tree planting

  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
16

DAY 16 - Cultural Exchange / Local festival / music / dance

  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
17

DAY 17 - Trek Preparation & Rest - Trek briefing - Equipment check

  • Overnight: - Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse

Days 18 - 22 | 5 Days Trek (4 Nights) Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani - Ghandruk

18

DAY 18 - Pokhara → Ulleri → Banthanti

Drive to Ulleri - Trek to Banthanti

  • Overnight: Lodge - Banthanti
19

DAY 19 - Banthanti → Ghorepani

- Forest trail - Village interaction

  • Overnight: Lodge - Ghorepani
20

DAY 20 - Poon Hill Sunrise → Tadapani

Early hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) - Trek to Tadapani

  • Overnight: Lodge - Tadapani
21

DAY 21 - Tadapani → Ghandruk

Scenic trek through forest - Gurung village exploration

  • Overnight: Lodge - Ghandruk
22

DAY 22 - Ghandruk → Pokhara

Morning village walk - Drive back to Pokhara

  • Overnight: Pokhara - Hotel

Days 23 - 28 | Final Service Phase (Back to Village)

23

DAY 23 - Rest & Reintegration

  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
24

DAY 24 - Teaching Day

Final English sessions -

  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
25

DAY 25 - Agriculture Final Support

Harvest support / garden setup

  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
26

DAY 26 - School Project Day

Art, library, or learning material support

  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
27

DAY 27 - Farewell School Program

Joint class - Donation handover (if applicable)

  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
28

DAY 28 -Community Celebration

Cultural performances - Feedback sharing

  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse

Days 29 - 30 | Closing & Departure

29

DAY 29 - Return to Kathmandu

Drive or fly - Closing ceremony - Certificates

  • Overnight: Homestay- Hotel - Gueshouse
30

DAY 30 -Departure - Airport transfer - warm home back.

What to Bring for a 30-Day NGO Service Tourism Program

Teaching • Agriculture • Village Life • Poon Hill Trek

1. Essential Documents (Carry-on only)

  • Passport (valid 6+ months),Nepal visa (or visa on arrival details)
  • 4-6 passport-size photos,Travel insurance (must cover trekking up to 3,500m)
  • Emergency contact list,Printed & digital copies of documents
  • Student/teacher ID (if applicable)

2. Clothing - Village Life & Teaching

(Respectful, modest, practical)

  • Lightweight long-sleeve shirts (4-5),T-shirts (3-4),Comfortable trousers / hiking pants (3-4)
  • One warm fleece or sweater,Light jacket / windbreaker
  • Modest teaching clothes (knee-length, non-revealing),Sleepwear
  • Underwear & socks (quick-dry recommended)
  • Avoid short shorts, sleeveless tops in schools.

 3. Agricultural Field Work Clothing

  • Old clothes for farming,Long-sleeve work shirt,Durable work pants
  • Gardening / work gloves, Closed shoes or light boots (can get muddy)
  • Hat or cap for sun

4. Trekking Gear (Poon Hill - 4 Nights)

Must be good quality but not extreme Clothing

  • Insulated jacket (down or synthetic), Thermal base layers (top & bottom)
  • Trekking pants (2), Fleece jacket, Warm hat & gloves, Trekking socks (3-4 pairs)

5. Daily Essentials

  • Reusable water bottle,Small backpack or day bag,Sunglasses (UV protection)
  • Sunscreen (SPF 30-50), Lip balm (SPF), Quick-dry towel, Notebook & pen (reflection journaling)

6. Personal Care & Health

  • Personal toiletries,Wet wipes & hand sanitizer, Toilet paper / tissue (important!)
  • Basic first aid kit, Personal medications, Altitude medicine (Diamox - if prescribed)
  • Insect repellent, Soap / shampoo (eco-friendly preferred)

7. Teaching & Community Supplies (Optional but Valuable)

Always coordinate with the NGO before bringing donations.

  • Flashcards,Storybooks (simple English), Art supplies (crayons, stickers, paper)
  • Educational games,Reusable learning materials
  • Avoid giving sweets, cash, or random gifts to children.

 8. Electronics & Accessories

  • Mobile phone, Camera (optional), Power bank,Universal travel adapter
  • Headphones, USB drive (for teaching materials)
  • Internet may be limited in villages.

 9. Snacks & Personal Comfort Items

  • Energy bars / nuts / Electrolyte powder / Favorite tea/coffee
  • Comfort items from home (photos, book)

10. Respectful Cultural Gifts (Optional)

  • Small souvenirs from your country - Photos or postcards
  • Educational items (through NGO only)

What NOT to Bring

  • Expensive jewelry - Drones (permit required) -Large suitcases (duffel bags preferred)
  • Political or religious materials - Excessive plastic items

Recommended Bag Setup

  • 1 Duffel bag (60-80L) - main luggage- 1 Daypack (25-35L) - daily use & trekking
  • Porters can carry duffel bags during trek if arranged.

 Final Pro Tips

  • Pack light but smart - Choose quick-dry & layered clothing
  • Respect local culture in dress & behavior - Label all personal items
  • Break in trekking boots before arrival