Overview

A Message from Executive Director and Founder, Dr. Christine Schutz:

“Each year in the autumn, we travel to Nepal to see our children and provide oversight for our programs supporting severely underprivileged children. We invite sponsors and friends to see first-hand the difference they have made to our children, as well as the rich culture, incredible natural beauty, diverse religious traditions, amazing art and architecture, and of course, the Himalayas of Nepal. We hope you can join us this year or next.”

Our trip is roughly two weeks in duration plus travel time. It is a combination of cultural tours, meeting our NGO partner BSF’s staff, spending time with the children, seeing how our programs operate and generally experiencing life in Nepal. Group travel is a chance to bond with other sponsors and deepen understanding of the impact of the Mitrata and BSF partnership.

We stay in moderately priced Nepali hotels in Kathmandu and surrounding areas. While in Nepal’s capital city, Kathmandu, we meet the children living at and studying in boarding schools, the Contact Center, and local schools. We also visit children living at home, and meet their parents and guardians. Together with our NGO partner, BSF, we take the younger children in our programs on a trip to the zoo or another fun attraction! Whenever possible, we visit local UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and other cultural sites and participate in day hikes, shopping and local cuisine.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Does it Cost?

Approximate cost of the trip is generally $2,800-$3,200 per person. This covers hotels with breakfast included, ground transfers, tours with a private van, admission tickets to cultural sites and events with the children, such as our graduation celebration. Airfare is additional, variable and subject to change, but has typically been $1,800-$2,400 per person for an economy ticket in recent years. We provide the opportunity to book group airfare prices with a travel service. Individual purchase of travel medical insurance is required. Other meals, independent taxi rides, tips and souvenirs are not included. Current exchange rate as of December 2022: 1.00 USD = 118 NPR.

Who Can Go on This Trip?

This trip is appropriate for anyone with good health, with the ability to walk on day trips and possible short hikes. There is no rigorous, high elevation trekking and we make efforts to accommodate individual needs.

I’m Interested But Not Ready to Commit. How Can I Find Out More Information?

Please contact us for more details — even if you aren’t sure yet! We are happy to provide additional information and answer any questions you may have.

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