International Work camp in Pokhara
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About the project
International Work camp in Pokhara
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Established in 1991, Friendship Foundation Nepal (FFN) aims to introduce Nepal to the world through international cooperation and promote its development through volunteer work. The organization is dedicated to fostering cross-cultural understanding and global citizenship by connecting volunteers with local communities.
Volunteering serves as a powerful tool for building bridges between cultures. By working alongside Nepalese communities, volunteers gain a deeper appreciation of Nepali culture and traditions while sharing their own perspectives and experiences. This exchange helps cultivate trust, friendship, and mutual respect, contributing to a more peaceful and harmonious world.
FFN welcomes volunteers for program ranging from two weeks to ten months, depending on the project. To date, the organization has welcomed over 3,000 volunteers from across the globe. Through collaborations with local organizations and communities, FFN identifies urgent needs and implements sustainable solutions, making a significant impact on Nepal's development.
💼 What the programme involves
Volunteers are needed to support the daily tasks at an old age home, located 25 km from the city center of Pokhara. Volunteers will engage in various activities for the benefit of the elderly residents including manual work, construction tasks, cleaning the home, preparing food, cultural exchange, all the while connecting with the local community. Join us in the breathtaking city of Pokhara to make a difference and create unforgettable memories!
🏠 Accommodation on site
Simple accommodation with a local family. Volunteers will enjoy three traditional meals a day, mostly the Nepalese traditional Dhal Bhat and Tarkari. Showers are available with cold water. Please bring your sleeping bag.
🍲 Food
📍 About the location
Pokhara is located 200 km (120 miles) west of the capital Kathmandu. The city is on the Shore of Phewa Lake, and sits at an elevation of approximately 822m. It is the country's largest metropolitan city in terms of area. The city also serves as the headquarters of Kaski District.
🤝 Meeting point
Volunteers are requested to arrive in Kathmandu one day before the project starts. Details about the local host, the project and the travel arrangements will be provided. All volunteers will travel together from Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus.
ℹ️ Additional information
Volunteers should bring the following essential items:
• Clothing: Seasonal clothes, work clothes, raincoats (for summer), and warm layers for winter.
• Gear: Sleeping bags, sturdy work shoes, gloves.
• Personal Items: Musical instruments, games, recipes, and pictures of your home country.
• Educational Supplies: Pencils, pens, books, notebooks, and textbooks for local children (these can also be purchased in Kathmandu).
• Attitude: A positive mindset, respect for local culture, and an open mind.
• Volunteers must be 18 years or older to participate.
• Nepalese society is culturally sensitive; therefore, intimate relationships, including sexual activity, are strictly prohibited in the work camp.
• The use of drugs or marijuana is strictly forbidden. Volunteers will be immediately dismissed from the program without exception.
• Respect for fellow volunteers and local customs is expected at all times
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📅 Available sessions
POK-01
20/09/2026 at 00:00 → 30/09/2026 at 00:00
POK_02
20/10/2026 at 00:00 → 30/10/2026 at 00:00
POK_02
20/01/2027 at 00:00 → 30/01/2027 at 00:00
POK_03
01/02/2027 at 00:00 → 10/02/2027 at 00:00
ℹ️ Key information
Age required
18–99 years old
Solidarity donation
275.00 EUR
French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).
📍 Location
Pokhara, Nepal
Nepal
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Nepal Rupee (NPR / रूपैयाँ)
Exchange rate
1 NPR = 0.005958 EUR
Rate as of 31/05/2026
Timezone
Nepal Time
Local time: 21:25 (12/11/2026)
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