A group of Conservation volunteers spot a rhino in Chitwan, Nepal

Rhino Conservation in Nepal for Teenagers

Live in nature & protect rhinos as you volunteer with animals in Nepal

Destination

Nepal

Age

15-18 y/o

Minimum Stay

2 weeks

Start Date

anytime

Accommodation

homestay

Service Hours

What’s Included

24/7 Support

Full supervision from arrival to departure, and 24/7 back up from our global teams.

Accommodation & Amenities

Clean, safe, and welcoming accommodation. A home away from home with comfortable amenities.

Activities, Training & Equipment

All programme activities and equipment, including training and workshops from experienced professionals.

Certification

Certified record of service hours, workshops, and activities for your CV.

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Starting at £2,095 for 2 weeks

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Trip Overview

Protect endangered rhinos

Contribute to key rhino conservation efforts in Nepal, assisting with anti-poaching patrols, habitat monitoring, and data collection.

Explore the Himalayan foothills

Witness the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayan foothills and embark on stunning safaris through Chitwan National Park.

Develop conservation understanding

Learn valuable rhino conservation techniques from experienced professionals, including behaviour observation, surveying, and data analysis.

See the soul of Nepal

Live in a rural Nepali village, immersed in the country’s rich culture. Try traditional dances, explore sacred sites, and wander vibrant markets.

Forge friendships around the world

Experience Nepal with fellow volunteers your age, sharing incredible moments and building lasting friendships.

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What you need to know

Overview

If you’re aged 15 to 18 and love animals, then this Conservation project is for you. Help protect incredible animals, including the greater one-horned rhino!

You’ll live with other teenagers in the Community Forest of Chitwan National Park. There’s no better place to volunteer if you’re seeking stunning scenery and amazing animals.

Working alongside conservationists, you’ll also gain CV-worthy skills and experience.

This trip runs for on fixed dates during the holidays – perfect for high school students. You’ll follow a set itinerary that helps you get the most from your time protecting rhinos in Nepal.

Aims & Impact

Your work with animals in Nepal will leave a positive impact. The first aim of this Rhino Conservation Project is to research wildlife. You’ll research greater one-horned rhinos, Bengal tigers, vultures, and more. The data you collect will be added to an annual report used by scientists.

Second, this project aims to preserve the nature reserve. You’ll help maintain the Chitwan Community Forest. This means it can continue to protect wildlife while improving the experience of visitors.

Another aim of Rhino Conservation in Nepal is to raise awareness of wildlife protection. You’ll help energise the community into action. This ensures your impact lasts long after you leave as local people continue the good work.

Finally, the impact of this project is to build your skills and experience. This trip is designed to be full of fun and adventure, but it will also support your personal development. You’ll learn new skills as you shadow experts and complete conservation tasks.

Activities

While volunteering with animals in Nepal, you will:

Help protect the greater one-horned rhino

Conduct butterfly and bird surveys

Preserve the Community Forest

Conservation volunteers in Nepal help with a wildlife education workshop

Provide wildlife education in local schools

Help protect the greater one-horned rhino

Nepal is home to wonderful wildlife, not least the greater one-horned rhino. Guided by conservation experts, you’ll track these powerful creatures. You’ll help maintain this area where rhinos roam free.

Like a true explorer, you’ll find rhinos by following footprints and setting camera traps. This helps collect data that local scientists can use to monitor rhinos and keep them safe.

Conduct butterfly and bird surveys

You’ll help conservationists survey birds and butterflies. This tracks their populations, so scientists know which species are becoming endangered.

Prepare to see the beautiful birds of Nepal. Discover the colourful great hornbill, the charming lesser adjutant, and the powerful vulture.

Preserve the Community Forest

You’ll be based at Chitwan’s Community Forest. This is a special area, designed for both humans and animals. It acts as a buffer zone, allowing access to wildlife without disturbing it.

You’ll help maintain this important area. While in the Community Forest, you will:

Control erosion
Remove alien plants
Clear roads
Join anti-poaching patrols

Provide wildlife education

You’ll help teach local children the importance of protecting animals in Nepal. This will leave a lasting impact, helping them grow up to respect nature.

To provide wildlife education in Nepal, you will:

Plant trees at a local school
Lead presentations on wildlife protection
Paint animals and play games
Join field trips into the forest

Map & Location

Journey to the roof of the world in Nepal, home to Everest and the birthplace of Buddha. Even beyond the mountains, its filled with unparalleled natural and architectural beauty, steeped in history and culture. Did you know it is the only country to have a flag without four sides?

Nepal is gaining traction as a tourist destination thanks to its incredible religious and cultural history, low crime rate, and unique landscape. Plus, it’s the perfect place to embrace your spiritual side.

Chitwan

Chitwan National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southern Nepal. It encompasses a range of ecosystems, including grasslands, forests, and rivers. It has a subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.

You will be based next to the Seti Gandaki River and within the official buffer zone of Chitwan National Park, home to rhinos, tigers, crocodiles, and more. Though the Indian Rhino population in Chitwan is now increasing after continued success, they are still vulnerable. Your work helps protect the species!

Food & Accommodation

Surround yourself in nature and live on the outskirts of the stunning Chitwan National Park. Despite the remote location, you will have all the essentials you need to enjoy your expedition, including a clean bed, three meals a day, and fresh drinking water. Your accommodation will be within walking distance of your placement.

You will live in a clean, comfortable, and safe guesthouse with other Projects Abroad travellers, giving you the chance to share stories, cultures, and experiences with your new friends.

Your meals will be prepared for you using authentic, local ingredients with dietary requirements in mind. Momos (stuffed dumplings) have always been a favourite among our participants — don’t miss them!

Your Arrival Made Easy

When you arrive at your respective airport, a member of Projects Abroad staff will be there to meet you. You can find more detailed information on arrival airports, orientation, and visas on our Nepal Arrival Procedures page.