Kathmandu
Nepal
Monastery Program in Nepal
Program Category:
Cultural Immersion
This program is one of our most popular in Nepal. Few other placements in the world offer the opportunity to work alongside Buddhist monks. As a volunteer, you will observe their unique monastery environment and help the monks communicate with the outside world. Do you want to learn more about life in a monastery? Do you want to learn and participate in meditative techniques and Buddhist teachings? Then this will be an incredible experience for you.
This program is designed for
Everyone with motivation
Volunteer Responsibilities
When Volunteering in our monastery placements you can teach English, Math, creative and fun activities or sports to young and older monks for 3-4 hours per day. If you have no experience, we have teaching materials that help you when needed. In return, the monks share their knowledge and culture with the volunteers. If you ask the monks, you can get the chance to learn meditation techniques and receive in-depth knowledge of the Buddhist culture. You will truly get involved in the life of a Buddhist monastery.
Program Specifications
Program Cost
Registration Fee: US $249
1 Week Program Fee:
315
US$
Extra Per Week:
100
US$
Program Duration
1-2-week minimum ( depending on your location )
Program Availability
All year round
Language Skills
Medium level
Volunteer Hours
3 to 4 hours a day
Location
Kathmandu
Program Formats
Individuals
Groups
Internship
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Ways To Join
It takes a lot of courage and determination to come out of your comfort zone to get involved into noble service of another. Choose if you want to go solo or in a group
Group Volunteering
When you volunteer as a group, not only are you helping those in most need, but you’re helping yourself as well.
What is included in My program fee?
ACOMMODATION
We always provide comfortable accommodation suitable to the program module and location. Typically, that might mean a home stay or during your selected program. All rooms always include WiFi.
In-Country Orientation
From the time you arrive in the country, we will make sure your trip runs smoothly. We show you the best places to eat, banks, point of interests, and are there for all questions.
MEALS
Your experience includes a weekly meal plan of hearty and healthy local fare. The plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, Monday through Friday.
Weekends are free for making your own culinary explorations
Monetary donation
A monetary donation goes directly to the project where you will be volunteering. This money is used to help the project purchase material they need on a daily basis, meals or pay other expenses they have.
ACTIVITIES
You always learn and enjoy more when you are relaxed. That’s why we build in a weekly selection of activities, excursions, events and outings into our tours, language courses, volunteer service. From Salsa, to hiking a active volcano!
Certificate
Certification (if requested) of completion of the volunteer program, perfect for inclusion in your resume.
Airport pickup
Airport pick up in private shuttle to your accommodation.
Mentorship & SUPPORT
Adventure worry-free, knowing you are supported by VAGT 24/7. Your VAGT expert helps you choose the right program for your needs and prepares you for the journey ahead. We even offer the peace of mind of a comprehensive medical, cancellation and interruption insurance plan.
