Construction
Build change to make a difference in a community
Our construction teams work hands-on designing, building, and improving community, health, and school facilities.
Teams work alongside community members and local tradespeople and actively collaborate on-site. We use local materials, learn new techniques and skills, and apply sustainable building practices.
Our team members are architects, students, tradies or volunteers willing to work hands-on to build change.
Sustainable Development Goals
Our Construction Teams are committed to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with our partners and on our projects.
The opportunity to give towards a community that I had never met before, the camaraderie shared between the volunteers throughout the trip, during the work, trek and sightseeing stages was a truly fulfilling and humbling experience. This is an experience that I would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone, whatever their stage in life!.”
Stuart, Construction Team volunteer
CREATING POSITIVE COMMUNITY CHANGE
across Nepal
UPCOMING EXPEDITION
2023 NEW YEAR
This year’s construction project will see the participants work alongside community members and local tradespeople on the foundations of a new Community Centre.
Unlike many local villages, the community does not have a shared space or facility for celebrations, meetings, medical clinics or workshops.
The Bhalamchaur community, led by the Ama Samuha (mothers group), have actively pursued the development of this project from idea-to-project proposal for several years.
We are excited to break ground with the community on this project in 2023.
For the first time, Construction Team volunteers can choose the length of their expedition commitment: 15, 21 or 28 days. You also have the opportunity to spend time working on our Education and Organic Farm projects.
3rd January 2023 – 17 January 2023
This Expedition is of 15 days duration.
The team is limited to a maximum of 10 volunteers.
Multiple teams could operate on this Expedition if applications exceed this number.
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Transport in-country
-
Airport pick-up/drop-off
(in expedition window)
- Welcome & Farewell dinners
- Orientation sessions
- Nepali language class
- 24/7 in-country support
- Nepali Sirdar and Guides
- Entry to UNESCO World Heritage site Boudhanath Stupa
- Entry to UNESCO World Heritage site Pashupatinatha Temple
- Flights (including taxes)
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Vaccinations
- Medical preparation & testing
- Personal medication & supplies
- Personal gear and clothing
- Spending money
- Day 1
Our friendly Nepali staff will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and escort you to our Kathmandu base at the Hotel Thamel.
Once settled in, you can meet members of your team and Expedition staff and explore Kathmandu.
- Days 2 - 3
During our welcome and orientation sessions, you will be introduced to the Nepali language and culture and learn further details of your volunteer project. You will meet your team’s Nepali staff and Expedition partners in the evening at our Expedition Welcome dinner.
Practice your Nepali whilst picking up that last-minute item you may need in the streets of Thamel and experience the World Heritage sites of Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple.
- Day 4
It’s the big day. After an early start, you will spend the day travelling to your project site and receive a special welcome from your Nepali community and project partners.
- Days 5 - 11
Your project is underway.
- Day 12
It’s time to say goodbye to the community and head back into the Kathmandu valley.
- Days 13 - 14
Back in Thamel, this is your chance for last-minute shopping and exploring Kathmandu.
If you are keen on an Everest Sunrise flight, a visit to Monkey Temple or Durbar Square, want to learn how to make momos or dahl baht back home, or even the best massage before your flight, we can help point you in the right direction.
Say thank you and goodbye to all our Nepali staff, Expedition Leaders and fellow team members at our Farewell dinner on your last night in Nepal.
- Day 15
Our Nepali staff will arrange airport transport for your flight home.
*We take every care with planning our expeditions and projects.
However, this itinerary may change due to circumstances beyond our control.
EXPEDITION COSTS
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Registration
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$500^
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Project Fee
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$1,650*
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AMT Fee
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$350 per week
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Total
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$2,500
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Registration $500^
Project Fee $1,650*
AMT Fee $350 per week
Total $2,500
^A non-refundable Registration fee is payable on submitting your application.
*Your Project fee includes the cost of project materials and a community donation. This amount is listed separately on your invoice as a donation towards the project and may be tax deductible. Aussie Action Abroad Ltd is a registered Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.
WHERE DO MY FEES GO?
Fee breakdown – Construction participant, 2019-2020 Expedition
3rd January 2023 – 23 January 2023
This Expedition is of 21 days duration.
The team is limited to a maximum of 10 volunteers.
Multiple teams could operate on this Expedition if applications exceed this number.
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Transport in-country
-
Airport pick-up/drop-off
(in expedition window) - Welcome & Farewell dinners
- Orientation sessions
- Nepali language class
- Trekking Permits and TIMS Registration
- 24/7 in-country support
- Nepali Sirdar and Guides
- Entry to UNESCO World Heritage site Boudhanath Stupa
- Entry to UNESCO World Heritage site Pashupatinatha Temple
- Flights (including taxes)
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Vaccinations
- Medical preparation & testing
- Personal medication & supplies
- Personal gear and clothing
- Spending money
- Day 1
Our friendly Nepali staff will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and escort you to our Kathmandu base at the Hotel Thamel.
Once settled in, you can meet members of your team and Expedition staff and explore Kathmandu.
- Days 2 - 3
During our welcome and orientation sessions, you will be introduced to the Nepali language and culture and learn further details of your volunteer project. You will meet your team’s Nepali staff and Expedition partners in the evening at our Expedition Welcome dinner.
Practice your Nepali whilst picking up that last-minute item you may need in the streets of Thamel and experience the World Heritage sites of Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple.
- Day 4
It’s the big day. After an early start, you will spend the day travelling to your project site and receive a special welcome from your Nepali community and project partners.
- Days 5 - 13
Your project commences.
- Days 14 - 17
A mini-trek is just the thing! A taster of trekking in Nepal, you could be walking part of a world-famous route or heading off the tourist path exploring remote villages and mountains.
- Day 18
It’s time to say goodbye to the community and head back into the Kathmandu valley.
- Days 19 - 20
Back in Thamel, this is your chance for last-minute shopping and exploring Kathmandu.
If you are keen on an Everest Sunrise flight, a visit to Monkey Temple or Durbar Square, want to learn how to make momos or dahl baht back home, or even the best massage before your flight, we can help point you in the right direction.
Say thank you and goodbye to all our Nepali staff, Expedition Leaders and fellow team members at our Farewell dinner on your last night in Nepal.
- Day 21
Our Nepali staff will arrange airport transport for your flight home.
*We take every care with planning our expeditions and projects.
However, this itinerary may change due to circumstances beyond our control.
EXPEDITION COSTS
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Registration
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$500^
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Project Fee
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$2,010*
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AMT Fee
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$330 per week
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Total
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$3,500
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Registration $500^
Project Fee $2,010*
AMT Fee $330 per week
Total $3,500
^A non-refundable Registration fee is payable on submitting your application.
*Your Project fee includes the cost of project materials and a community donation. This amount is listed separately on your invoice as a donation towards the project and may be tax deductible. Aussie Action Abroad Ltd is a registered Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.
WHERE DO MY FEES GO?
Fee breakdown – Construction participant, 2019-2020 Expedition
3rd January 2023 – 30 January 2023
This Expedition is of 28 days duration.
The team is limited to a maximum of 10 volunteers.
Multiple teams could operate on this Expedition if applications exceed this number.
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Transport in-country
-
Airport pick-up/drop-off
(in expedition window) - Welcome & Farewell dinners
- Orientation sessions
- Nepali language class
- Trekking Permits and TIMS Registration
- 24/7 in-country support
- Nepali Sirdar and Guides
- Entry to UNESCO World Heritage site Boudhanath Stupa
- Entry to UNESCO World Heritage site Pashupatinatha Temple
- Entry to UNESCO World Heritage site Bhakatpur
- Flights (including taxes)
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Vaccinations
- Medical preparation & testing
- Personal medication & supplies
- Personal gear and clothing
- Spending money
- Day 1
Our friendly Nepali staff will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and escort you to our Kathmandu base at the Hotel Thamel.
Once settled in, you can meet members of your team and Expedition staff and explore Kathmandu.
- Days 2 - 3
During our welcome and orientation sessions, you will be introduced to the Nepali language and culture and learn further details of your volunteer project. You will meet your team’s Nepali staff and Expedition partners in the evening at our Expedition Welcome dinner.
Practice your Nepali whilst picking up that last-minute item you may need in the streets of Thamel and experience the World Heritage sites of Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple.
- Day 4
It’s the big day. After an early start, you will spend the day travelling to your project site and receive a special welcome from your Nepali community and project partners.
- Days 5 - 13
Your project commences.
- Days 14 - 17
A mini-trek is just the thing! A taster of trekking in Nepal, you could be walking part of a world-famous route or heading off the tourist path exploring remote villages and mountains.
- Days 18 - 22
Back in the community, you are in the final stages of your project.
- Day 23
Heading back into the Kathmandu valley, you will stay in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Bhaktapur City.
- Days 24 - 25
Explore the fantastic city of Bhakaptur, its temples, crafts and artwork before trying the unique cuisine of the Newari people.
- Days 26 -27
Heading back to Thamel, this is your chance for last-minute shopping and exploring Kathmandu.
If you are keen on an Everest Sunrise flight, a visit to Monkey Temple or Durbar Square, want to learn how to make momos or dahl baht back home, or even the best massage before your flight, we can help point you in the right direction.
Say thank you and goodbye to all our Nepali staff, Expedition Leaders and fellow team members at our Farewell dinner on your last night in Nepal
- Day 28
Our Nepali staff will arrange airport transport for your flight home.
*We take every care with planning our expeditions and projects.
However, this itinerary may change due to circumstances beyond our control.
EXPEDITION COSTS
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Registration
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$500^
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Project Fee
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$2,300*
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AMT Fee
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$325 per week
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Total
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$4,100
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Registration $500^
Project Fee $2,300*
AMT Fee $325 per week
Total $4,100
^A non-refundable Registration fee is payable on submitting your application.
*Your Project fee includes the cost of project materials and a community donation. This amount is listed separately on your invoice as a donation towards the project and may be tax deductible. Aussie Action Abroad Ltd is a registered Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.
WHERE DO MY FEES GO?
Fee breakdown – Construction participant, 2019-2020 Expedition
OTHER PROJECT OPTIONS
