Research Volunteer Program

Nepal Research Volunteer Program- Join this gratifying research project in Nepal, broaden your understand about the world while experiencing fascinating Nepalese cultures and cuisines. Trusted by 5000+ volunteers since 1999.

Are you thinking of volunteering in Nepal while also exploring the best this incredible country has to offer? Do you want to immerse in the fascinating Nepalese cultures and traditions while making a real meaningful difference in the life of deprived communities?

Nepal is indeed one of the world’s most amazing travel destinations as it offers you a remarkable chance to witness breathtaking Himalayas, a wide varieties of flora & fauna, mesmerizing festivals, traditions, arts, crafts, landmarks and antique shrines. You will also get to explore serene lakes, captivating landscapes and a unique Nepalese rural lifestyle.

Despite being incredibly rich in natural and cultural splendors, a majority of Nepalese people are leading a miserable life due to poverty, illiteracy, sudden natural disasters, a long period of civil war and many other devastating causes. Though several NGOs, INGOs and governmental organizations are conducting various programs to elude this situation, their efforts have not been adequate as more research, plan and a right execution of plan is required.  This is where your invaluable help is needed. You can join hands with HHFN and help make a difference while also experiencing the real Nepal. 

The Research Volunteer Program in Nepal is carefully designed to help you gain a deeper understanding of cultures, traditions and way of life of Nepalese rural communities while also helping them overcome their problems via various types of research, data collection & planning activities. If you are a student, teacher or from any backgrounds, and thinking about conducting a research and contributing for the growth of local communities in a developing countries like Nepal, then this is an ideal project for you. Are you really interested to immerse in Nepalese cultures and traditions while also making a difference? Contact us now to contribute in our fight to help improve the life of disadvantaged communities. 

Volunteer Responsibilities & Impacts

After joining this amazing Nepal volunteer program, you will live in rural communities to lead a research project where you record and report demographic data. You will, at first, prepare questionnaire on the particular field of your research & conduct surveys & interviews to collect data from the residents and other possible fields. A translator will be provided to assist the volunteer with data collection. The volunteer will create a simple electronic database, enter the data, and then make that data available both electronically and on paper to entities in Nepal and abroad.

The research program is indeed very beneficial for you and the communities you work for. Your research findings will help identify the real problems of Nepalese communities and help eradicate those problems by planning and executing possible solutions. Besides, you will also get to understand the rustic life of Nepalese communities, their festivals, customs, and cuisines. Most importantly, you will learn the fascinating Nepalese language and make lifelong foreign friends. The six main benefits you will get working on this project are:

• Your personal development

• Your leadership development

• Your cultural development

• Your wisdom development

• Your satisfaction

• Your academics 

Skills and Qualifications

To join this Nepal Research Volunteer Program, there are no special skills and qualifications required. You must be above 18 or equivalent, however, and should have a deep passion for living and working with the Nepalese rural communities. Being flexible, open-minded, humble and a strong will to work in real world situation are also major requirements to be a part of this project.

Volunteer Schedule

When you arrive in Nepal, our airport representative picks you up at the airport and transfers to your accommodation. The next morning, our project coordinator gives you an orientation about the country, safety procedures, Dos and Don’ts along with the general outline of your volunteering in Nepal program. After orientation, you will be taken to your respective project and you will start your volunteer work. There is not such a fixed daily schedule as volunteering works vary every day. Here is sample daily schedule:

• 7.30 AM​: Enjoy your delicious breakfast at your accommodation.

• 8.45 AM:  You will commute to your placement and engage in surveys, interviews and data collection activities. 

• 12.00 PM: Lunch

• 3.00 PM: Work at the placement usually ends. Volunteers are free to travel home, prepare for the next day or do some shopping and sightseeing.

• 7.30 PM: Dinner.

Dates and Fees

HHFN is committed to offering the highest quality yet the world’s most affordable volunteering opportunities in Nepal for volunteers across the globe. The altruistic cause of volunteerism is our passion thus we always strive hard to keep our coast as low as possible. The majority of your program fee is used for your program. You can visit this page program-fee for a detail information about the fees and available dates of this program. 

Accommodation and Meal

While volunteering in Nepal with HHFN, you will stay with a safe, caring, cozy and humble host family in your placement area. In most situations, you will be sharing rooms with volunteers of the same gender participating in the same program. Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) will be provided during your stay. The food is prepared in local style. The main types of food will be rice, lentil soup and vegetables.

Free Time and Weekend Exploration 

The research volunteer program in Nepal will allow you plenty of free time during week days and two days weekend of to explore the best of Nepal. You will generally work 5 hours a day from Monday to Friday. During your free time, you can visit the Chitwan National park, Tharu villages, Elephant breeding centers and many more exciting places nearby Chitwan. Also during your weekends, you can travel to the captivating Nepalese cities like Pokhara, Kathmandu, Hetauda, Kakani and more.

Safety and In Country Support 

Nepal, as it is world-famous for its friendly people, fascinating culture, delicious cuisine and incredible landscapes, is a healthy and sound country to visit. Our main concern since your arrival at the departure date is your utmost safety, well-being and satisfaction.  We, therefore, thoroughly vet your host family, track your placement, your volunteer work & impact in Nepal, as well as lodging and food. You can also contact your project coordinator 24/7 via mobile phone in case of emergencies.

Why volunteer in Nepal in research project?

Volunteering in research program is an exciting opportunity for you to grow as a person and explore yourself while also giving back to the needy communities. This is indeed a seamless opportunity for you to learn humility. You will learn to have a professional demeanor approach, and still work in the best interest of the society without expecting too much in return. You will discharge your role by staying down to earth and tackling problems and issues with a pedigree of patience and resilience.