NEPAL

Travel with purpose to rural Nepal and work together with community members to create a running water system.

TRIP DATE: JUNE 10-17, 2023

PROJECT: BUILD A WATER SYSTEM FOR LOCAL VILLAGERS

Limited to 30 expeditioners:

In a Nepalese community, you'll work with locals to help build a running water system. Water projects like this are tailored to the needs of the individual community. Enjoy cultural immersion as you also spend an amazing time in Kathmandu and visit the Monkey Temple, Boudahanath, and Bakhtapur.

itinerary

Enjoy an incredible opportunity to learn about rural Nepalese culture while also experiencing international development and humanitarian work firsthand. Along with your fellow expeditioners...

DATES	DAY	ACTIVITIES OF THE DAY	LOCATION
6/10/2023	Saturday	Arrive to Kathmandu, Rest, Orientation Dinner	Hotel Mulberry
6/11/2023	Sunday	Day in Kathmandu, Monkey Temple, Boudhanath, Bakhtapur	Hotel Mulberry
6/12/2023	Monday	Depart for community (~4 hours). Village welcome, settle into community.	Village
6/13/2023	Tuesday	Project Work + Intercultural Exchange	Village
6/14/2023	Wednesday	Project Work + Intercultural Exchange	Village
6/15/2023	Thursday	Project Work + Intercultural Exchange	Village
6/16/2023	Friday	Return to Kathmandu, check into Hotel, Farewell Dinner	Hotel Mulberry
6/17/2023	Saturday	Early Everest Flight/ Departures/ Pokhara Tour Begins	Airport
Optional Pokhara Tour
6/17/2023	Saturday	Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara, explore Pokhara, enjoy resort, etc.	Hotel Barahi
6/18/2023	Sunday	Guided Pokhara Tour, Phewa Lake, etc.	Hotel Barahi
6/19/2023	Monday	Explore Pokhara, afternoon flight to Kathmandu	Hotel in Kathmandu
6/20/2023	Tuesday	Early Everest Flight/ Departures	Flights home

BEFORE YOU GO

Everything you need to know before booking your life-changing adventure.

WHAT IS THE COMMUNITY’S NEED?

Expeditioners will help community members with a locally-led project that has the potential to reduce the many dimensions of poverty.

Like all areas where CHOICE serves, poverty levels in rural Nepal are high and income levels are low or nonexistent. CHOICE works with and through the communities to implement systemic changes that expand options and provide paths out of poverty for individuals and families.

More information regarding the project to come.

WHAT WILL I EXPLORE WHILE I’M THERE?

In addition to serving and working in the rural community, expeditioners will also have the opportunity to visit:

The cosmopolitan culture of Kathmandu radiates a unique spirit of Hindu and Buddhism evident in surrounding temples and monuments. A rich history of wars and dynasties strengthens the mystical charm that allures travelers here.
The Monkey Temple of Kathmandu, also known as Swayambhu Stupa meaning 'Sublime Trees' is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and Hindus. You'll meet new furry friends as well as pay respect to a number of richly decorated shrines that are steeped in history.
Our Nepal expedition also offers an optional trip add-on to Mount Everest, where you'll join a guided tour of Pokhara as well as Phewa Lake.
- Participants will be picked up from the hotel at 5 am on 6/17/23 and transported to the airport for a 1 hour flight tour that circles Everest and the surrounding ranges. Participants will return to Hotel by 10 am.
- About Pokhara: Nestled between China and India in southern Asia, Nepal boasts the greatest altitude variation on earth. From sea-level lowlands to towering Himalayan peaks, this charming nation attracts world travelers with its majestic landscapes, vibrant traditions, and warm embraces of spirited Nepalese natives. Due to its stunningly beautiful natural setting and its base for trekking in the Annapurna region, Pokhara is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal after Kathmandu.
- Contact expeditions@choicehumanitarian.org for more information.

HOW MUCH DOES THE EXPEDITION COST?

INVESTING IN IMPACT

Your investment in an expedition is maximized to make a difference—it does good for both you and the community.

Around 50% goes towards the costs of running the trip. The remaining 50% goes towards CHOICE’s mission, its operations, and executing projects that address poverty like the one that you’ll be working on.

PRICING

Expedition fee: $2,395
Deposit: $300/person minimum deposit is required to reserve your spot.
Everest Tour: $750
Fee does not include airfare.

WHAT DOES IT COVER?

The expedition fee includes three nights’ hotel accommodations, village meals and lodging, local transportation, in-country preparation, certified Expedition leaders, and all project costs (including materials) to be used both during and following the expedition.
Expedition fee will not cover any additional accommodation needs if arriving before or after the expedition.

HOW DO I GET THERE?

Expeditioners are responsible for booking and paying for their own air travel. The expedition fee does not cover airfare.

Arrival: Fly in to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu before 6pm on Saturday, June 10, 2023.
Departure (no Pokhara Tour): Travel out of Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu any time Saturday, June 17, 2023.
Departure (Pokara tour): Travel out of Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu any time Tuesday, June 20, 2023.

CHOICE partners with CV Humanitarian travel, a trusted agency that specializes in humanitarian travel to the remote places where CHOICE works. Agent Blair Greene is standing by to assist you and can be reached at blair@cvtravel.com or by calling 1 (205) 484-2029.

All other transportation that is part of the expedition itinerary is arranged by CHOICE Humanitarian (not including trip add-ons).

WHO LEADS THE EXPEDITION?

WHAT IF I HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS?

WHAT MAKES CHOICE EXPEDITIONS DIFFERENT?

With a CHOICE expedition, you’re investing in an experience that is meaningful and responsible. Our country teams and Certified Expedition Leaders (CEL) work together to make each part of your trip intentional and valuable.

CULTURAL EXCHANGE

We prioritize meaningful interactions, increased empathy, and connection between expeditioners and community members.

SUSTAINABLE PROJECTS

We only support ethical projects which are needed by the community and provide sustainable, long-term poverty solutions.

EXPERIENCED TRIP LEADERS

We are led by Certified Expedition Leaders (CEL) who coordinate extensively with CHOICE local country directors and staff.

CONSCIOUSNESS OF IMPACT

We are intentional about the impact of our expeditions to ensure trips infuse beneficial resources into the community.

MAXIMIZED IMPACT

About 50% of your expedition investment goes to CHOICE’s mission to help execute projects that address poverty like the one that you’ll be working on.

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