Physiotherapy Internship in Kathmandu

Your time in Kathmandu is as much about growing your clinical skills as it is about immersing yourself in a new cultural environment. This is a chance to step beyond the classroom and into a dynamic, hands-on setting—where each interaction brings both learning and meaningful contribution to patient care.

You will arrive on Sunday, with time to settle in, relax, and get ready for a fulfilling week ahead on the Physiotherapy Program in Kathmandu.

Mandatory Orientation Day – Monday

Monday is dedicated to your cultural orientation, helping you become familiar with local customs and expectations before beginning your clinical placement.

Welcoming Ritual – Puja to the Gods & goddess and name-giving ceremony with ice-breaking activities

• Welcoming ritual – Puja ceremony and name-giving with ice-breaking activities

• Overview of weekly schedule

• Social norms and cultural etiquette in Nepal

• Cross-cultural seminar: food, dress, hygiene customs

• Lunch

• Safety briefing and signing of Code of Conduct, Child Protection Policy, and Waiver

• Placement introduction and site visit

• Local area exploration and basic shopping

Weekly Schedule

Tuesday to Friday

• Breakfast

• Clinical placement at the hospital (2–3 hours)

• Lunch (available at the placement site)

• Continued placement (2–3 hours)

• Dinner

Please note: This schedule can be changed depending on weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances.

Evenings and Weekends

At the end of your day as a volunteer, you can choose to explore the area or simply relax with new friends back at your accommodation. Many of our volunteers enjoy mixing with their new volunteer friends during the week and plan their weekend adventures together!

Places to Visit

Shopping in Kathmandu is an experience in itself!  Thamel is a tourist hotspot, where shoppers can find Nepalese, Tibetan and Indian artefacts, wood carvings, handicraft and unique clothing. There are also several malls where you can find fashionable clothing and grocery stores offering everything from wine to breakfast cereals. And if dining out is your thing, you can have a dish from a different country every night, with a plethora of restaurants serving local and international dishes!

During your time on the Physiotherapy Program, you will be staying in a scenic area of the Kathmandu Valley. This small, mountain-sheltered valley is the cultural heart of Nepal, with peaceful streams, charming brick-red villages along the ridges, and breathtaking glimpses of the snow-capped Himalayas—an unforgettable backdrop to your time in Nepal.

About the Accommodation

Our accommodation is clean, comfortable, and purposefully designed for international participants. You will stay in male or female dorm-style rooms, with the option to upgrade to a private room if you prefer. The house features a mini library for quiet reading, a peaceful garden to unwind, and shared dining and lounge spaces to relax and connect with your fellow volunteers. Please note, there is a curfew of 22:30 to help ensure everyone’s safety, and alcohol is not permitted inside the accommodation.

Food

Nepalese food is delicious, consisting mainly of vegetarian dishes including rice and vegetables. Here, you will be provided with three meals a day on weekdays and two on weekends with a mix of Western and Nepalese cuisine. If you are a meat-eater, expect to have a chicken dish about once a week, (vegetarian options are always available) but you can also choose to eat out at any of the local restaurants. In addition, there is a refrigerator which you are welcome to use to store food and beverages if you prefer to make your own meals.

Facilities

The accommodation is conveniently located about five kilometres from Kathmandu’s city centre, with easy access to transportation. A variety of cafés, convenience stores, pharmacies, and restaurants are located nearby. The nearest ATM and supermarket are just a 15-minute walk away, making it easy to get any essentials you may need during your stay.

Nepal is one of the world’s most exciting destinations for volunteering abroad, gap years and adventure travel. Home to the Himalayas, ancient temples, vibrant culture and welcoming local communities, Nepal offers the perfect mix of meaningful travel and unforgettable experiences. Volunteering in Nepal with TRU Experience Travel allows you to make a real impact while exploring one of Asia’s most inspiring countries.

Volunteers can take part in teaching English, kindergarten projects, construction work, healthcare and education programmes, medical placements, dental care placements, veterinary projects, animal care and women empowerment initiatives. Every project supports local communities while giving travellers valuable life experience and cultural immersion. Whether you are helping in schools, supporting healthcare programmes or working alongside local communities, every day is rewarding and meaningful.

Nepal also offers endless adventure. Explore colourful streets in Kathmandu, visit peaceful Buddhist temples and experience authentic local culture. During evenings and weekends, volunteers are free to explore Nepal at their own pace. Take road trips through mountain villages, discover hidden temples, visit lakes and markets or relax with incredible Himalayan views. Adventure lovers can enjoy world-famous treks, including the unforgettable Everest Base Camp trek, as well as shorter hikes through valleys, forests and remote villages.

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