NEPAL

The volunteer vacation and cultural experience of a lifetime!

In October 2010 we got an all-encompassing view of Nepalese culture during this 15-day adventure. A group of nine got an education in human trafficking when we built a sewing room for women rescued from the sex trade at Peace Rehabilitation Center outside of Kathmandu. We then explored the beauty of the Himalayas when we hiked the 9-day Annapurna Base Camp trail.

15-day itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu – Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel near Thamel, orientation and group dinner

Day 2: Chapalgau- Explore Kathmandu, Monkey Temple & Durbar Square

Day 3: Chapalgau – Service project at Peace Rehabilitation Center

Day 4: Chapalgau - Service project at Peace Rehabilitation Center, closing ceremony

Day 5: Pokhara – Fly to Pokhara (2690′), kayak on Phew Lake

Days 6-13 : Annapurna – trek

Day 14 : Annapurna/Chapalgau – complete trek, return to Chapalgau for closing ceremony at Peace Rehab Center

Day 15: Kathmandu - Depart

Past Tour Dates

October 2010

Tour Details

Group size: 6 minimum, 15 maximum – group sizes are kept small, intimate and eco-friendly

Transportation: Van, plane, hiking, kayaking

Accommodations: You can expect comfortable hotels with private bathrooms in the city and rustic tea houses with shared bathrooms during the trek

Activity Level: Level 4 – a moderate to high level of physical fitness

Culture Shock: Level 3 – a moderate level of culture shock

Comfort Level: Level 3 – a moderate to high level of comfort

Tour Cost

Land cost: $4190.00 USD

Inclusions: Airport transfers, transportation, translation, accommodations, most meals, guide & Sherpa wages, National Park entrance fee, materials associated with the service project.

Exclusions: International airfare, vaccinations, valid passport, VISA obtained upon arrival ($100), some meals, personal gear & equipment associated with the trek, guide tips/gratuities.

Single Supplement: all participants must place their request for single rooms at time of registration, additional cost is be determined at the time of booking, PLAY it Forward® cannot guarantee the availability of single rooms.