Takure and Trek - Intro
Takure and trek
Volunteer and Hike in the Himalayas
October 1-13, 2024
Takure, Sindhupalchok, Nepal + Gosaikunda, Langtang, Nepal
Takure and Trek - Intro
Takure and trek
Volunteer and Hike in the Himalayas
October 1-13, 2024
Takure, Sindhupalchok, Nepal + Gosaikunda, Langtang, Nepal
Volunteer and Hike in the Himalayas!
cultural immersion - service work - sustainable agriculture - youth empowerment - sacred lakes - mountain views
Highlights
➥Be welcomed in Kathmandu and shown some of the city’s sites
➥Visit the community of Takure and be immersed in the Nepali culture, food and landscape
➥Volunteer with sustainable agriculture, natural building and youth empowerment programs
➥Meet like-minded Nepalis and volunteers from around the world
➥Camp outside under the stars
➥ Enjoy delicious vegetarian meals
➥ Share dinner at a Nepali home
➥ Hike through the Himalayas to one of the country’s most sacred lakes
➥ Give back in a meaningful way
overview
Conscious Impact began supporting the community of Takure in the region of Sindhupalchok, Nepal following the massive 2015 earthquake that destroyed hundreds of thousands of homes across the country. The families of Takure were left without homes, and from 2015 - 2019, Conscious Impact collaborated with community leaders and families to support the reconstruction of a primary school, two children’s homes, 3 community centers and more than 70 homes.
Now, more than 8 years after the earthquake, families have finally rebuilt their homes, and Conscious Impact has shifted our focus to supporting local farmers to grow coffee, cultivate mushrooms and practice sustainable agriculture across the region. Additionally, volunteers and Nepali staff work in the nearby local schools to support youth empowerment through art projects, language classes, educational games and other extra-curriculuar opportunities.
VOLUNTEERING WITH CONSCIOUS IMPACT
During this “Takure and Trek” program, you will spend 5 days living alongside the community and supporting local staff and community leaders to practice sustainable agriculture, youth empowerment and natural building. You will visit coffee farms, learn weaving from local women, spend time at the schools and visit families for dinner in the community.
You will be completely immersed in our community work and in the local culture and tradition while also getting to experience our “Camp” where volunteers from around the world live together, cook together and manage a demonstration farm and living space. We look forward to welcoming you to Takure!
Hiking in the himalayan mountains
For anyone looking to experience the greatest mountains on earth, Nepal is the place to come. The Himalayas are absolutely beautiful, and hiking through the mountains is awe-inspiring. For this reason, we feel it is essential that volunteers that come to Nepal also get to experience “Trekking” or hiking through the mountains.
On this program, you will be partnered with Social Tours, a professional Nepali trekking company with more than 20 years experience hosting visitors from around the world. They will take you on “The Sacred Lakes Hike",” a 5-day trek to Gosainkunda Lake in the Langtang National Park, one of the country’s most sacred pilgrimage sites.
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Come join us in nepal to experience the beauty and power of the himalayan mountains!
details
Dates: October 1 - 13, 2024 (October 2-7 in Takure volunteering + October 8-12 hiking to the sacred lakes)
Location: Takure, Nepal (4-6 hours drive from Kathmandu) + Gosainkunda, Langtang National Park
Trekking Details: “The Sacred Lakes Hike” is 5 days, 5 nights in the Langtang National Park (see itinerary)
Financial Contribution: $1350 per person
Includes: all meals during volunteer stay, transportation, accommodations, guides and trekking permits
Does NOT include: international airfare, food while in Kathmandu or trekking, travel insurance
Registration Deadline
September 1, 2024
Give back
50% of the funds contributed towards your experience in this program goes directly towards supporting Conscious Impact’s service work in Takure, while 50% goes towards your food, accommodations and transportation during your stay as well as the costs associated with your hike. As a small non-profit, we are grateful for every contribution that allows us to continue our support of local Nepali families. Thank you!
Takure and Trek - Program Details
2024 program details
Takure and Trek - Program Details
2024 program details
explore the mountains of nepal while being of service
This program is designed to introduce you to the amazing service work of Conscious Impact while also giving you the unique opportunity to hike through the Himalayan mountains to visit the Sacred Lakes of Nepal.
No experience is required, and all ages are welcome. Just be prepared to be working and walking in the mountains every day :)
13-Day Itinerary
Day 1, October 1st: Arrive in Kathmandu by October 1st at the latest. Be met by our kind Nepali team. Explore local cultural and historical sites. Spend the night at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2, October 2nd: Leave Kathmandu in private transport with the Conscious Impact team and other program participants by 8am to travel to the project site (4-6 hours). Once you arrive, you will receive lunch, a tour of our camp, orientation, a sunset walk and dinner by 7pm.
Day 3, October 3rd: Enjoy a morning “Community and Projects Tour” during which you will explore Takure, be introduced to the Conscious Impact projects, visit the nearby town of Nawalpur and meet local community members. After lunch, you will begin your volunteer work with our agriculture team, supporting local farmers and working at our demonstration garden.
Day 4, October 4th: Continue your volunteer work with our agriculture, youth empowerment and natural building teams. You will be able to select your work based on the needs of the local team and your interests. Learn how to care for coffee trees, design after-school programming for local youth or spend time building with sustainable construction materials.
Day 5, October 5th: The volunteer work continues! In addition to the agriculture, youth empowerment and natural building work, volunteers will also be invited to learn basic weaving practices from local women and will join a family for dinner at their home.
Day 6, October 6th: The final day of volunteering in Takure! Volunteers will spend the day supporting local families in any way that they can, and end the day with a walk through the local forests to get ready for the beginning of your trek!
Day 7, October 7th: “The Sacred Lakes Trek” begins! Volunteers will be taken in private transport from Takure to the trail head (about 3 hours drive) and hike to the first town of Melamchighyang where they will spend the night at a local lodge.
Day 8, October 8th: One the 2nd day of the trek, you will hike from Melamchighyang to Tharepati, about 4 hours uphill to a beautiful view point. You will stay the night in Tharepati to enjoy the sunset and the sunrise in the morning. Enjoy warm, freshly cooked food, tea/coffee and a bed to sleep in.
Day 9, October 9th: Today’s hike will go from Tharepati to Phedi, a slow and steady hike of about 3-4 hours. Enjoy the views along the way!
Day 10, October 10th: Trek over the Laurebina Pass to Gosainkunda Lake, one of Nepal’s most beautiful and sacred lakes. You made it! Spend the day enjoying the lake and the surrounding area and spend the night in a local lodge.
Day 11, October 11th: On the final day of the hike, you will trek from Gosainkunda to Sing Gompa, the final town along the hike. You will spend the night here enjoying the beautiful views, the local culture and the traditional food.
Day 12, October 12th: Hike down to the road to catch your transportation back to Kathmandu. Arrive in Kathmandu by the night and get a good night’s rest at a local hotel.
Day 13, October 13th: The program is finished! After breakfast, you are welcome to explore the city on your own, or travel to the airport to catch your return flight. You can book your flight for anytime on the 13th or later.
NOTE: The exact itinerary is always subject to change given unforeseen circumstances. We thank you in advance for your understanding and flexibility.
