Wildlife studies
This program in Nepal, in the city of Kathmandu, allows you to do a veterinary internship in one of the city’s oldest and most influential animal shelters.
With this veterinary internship, you will gain real hands-on experience in animal care. At the same time, enjoy the country by exploring the Annapurna region through treks or interact with local communities for the most enriching experience possible.
This hands-on program will allow you to work closely with veterinarians and clinic staff while learning about animal care and treatments to contribute to their well-being.
At the shelter, you will mainly care for cats and dogs roaming the streets of Kathmandu. You will gain practical experience by observing surgeries, assisting with treatments, and supporting the staff in their daily tasks.
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During your internship, here are the different tasks you will be expected to carry out:
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The first week of the program is a cultural immersion designed to introduce you to the local culture, customs, and essential rules to follow during the project.
You will work from Monday to Friday, approximately 25 hours per week. Here is an overview of your schedule.
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Daily tasks may vary depending on the shelter’s needs. A supervisor will guide you throughout the program to ensure you have a rich and educational experience.
This immersive program is ideal for students passionate about animal care, as it offers a real and rewarding experience in a meaningful setting.
This is an organization specialized in arranging internships and volunteer missions in various fields and countries, including Nepal. Our goal is to bring together people from different cultures so they can learn from each other, understand one another, and work together to improve living conditions on this planet.
This program is available up to 24 weeks, contact us to know price and availabilities.
Housing is allocated by local NGOs, not by Freepackers - the descriptions are there to give you an idea of the type of accommodation, as it is very likely that conditions will vary on site depending on the number of volunteers, weather conditions, availability, etc. Each volunteer will be accommodated according to the stated conditions, but it is possible that the accommodation may not match the description or images shown on this site word for word, for example, in the case of annexed housing, renovations, relocations, etc.
You will be accommodated in a house with other volunteers, in shared rooms (4-6 people). The house has a bathroom (towels are not included). A laundry service is available at an additional cost. A kitchen with a refrigerator is available, as well as a garden where you can spend time with other participants.
Wi-Fi is available in the common areas.
The accommodation is located five kilometers from downtown Kathmandu, where you can find everything you might need. There are many taxis and other means of transport around the lodging. You can easily catch one from the main road to get to the city center.
There are also several ATMs nearby. The closest ATM and supermarket are about 15 minutes’ walk from the accommodation.
You will find nice local cafés, grocery stores, supermarkets, pharmacies, and restaurants close to the accommodation.
Three meals per day on weekdays and two meals per day on weekends are included.
The meals are a mix of Western and Nepali cuisine, mainly consisting of vegetarian dishes including rice and vegetables. You can expect a chicken dish about once a week. Meals can be adapted to your specific dietary needs, please let us know in advance.
Depending on the program, meal arrangements may vary. In general, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the accommodation. However, for participants involved in outdoor activities or at a different site, a packed lunch may be provided.
Finally, during your free time or on weekends, you are free to explore the area and try local dishes at your own expense.
You will be able to enjoy the weekends to explore the surroundings and immerse yourself in Nepali culture. Many activities and excursions are available to you:
- Hiking and trekking in the Annapurna region.
- Visit to Annapurna mountain in the Himalayas and Lake Phewa Tal.
- Rafting and kayaking in the white waters of the Trisuli or Seti rivers.
- Mountain biking and canyoning.
- Visit to temples such as the Tal Bahari temple, also called the jewel of the Himalayas.
- Discovering culinary specialties: Daal Bhat (red lentil soup), momos (vegetable or meat dumplings), and many more.
- Visit to Kathmandu and the Thamel district, full of Nepali, Tibetan, and Indian handicrafts, wooden sculptures, local crafts, and unique clothing.
Please contact the embassy or immigration website of the country you wish to enter.
You can find all ressources on the World Organization Website, in the Travel Advice section A vaccine vial.
For any international project, Realstep requires the subscription to a travel insurance policy that includes coverage for accidents, illnesses, repatriation, and civil liability as part of a professional activity abroad
For full protection during studies or an internship abroad, you can subscribe to the Cap Student insurance online by following this link which will give you a 5% discount.
If you subscribe to another insurance policy, we will ask you to send us a copy of your certificate in English.
