Nepal: Kavre School for Deaf Expansion Project
Expand educational access for Nepal's deaf community through a hands-on school project in Kavre, then push into the wild Annapurna foothills — traversing the remote ridges of Kori Danda to stand at the edge of Kahphuche, the world's lowest glacier lake.
POKHARA, NEPAL
Kavre School for Deaf Expansion Project
Project Funds Raised
Next Trip: November 1 - 12, 2026 | 12 Days
Embark on a transformative journey that combines community service, Himalayan trekking, and cultural immersion. This expedition begins in the Kathmandu Valley at Kavre School for the Deaf, where you'll spend three days on hands-on expansion work to strengthen a vital educational institution serving Nepal's deaf children and their families. Tasks will focus on building improvements that directly expand the school's capacity to educate and support one of the country's most underserved communities.
Following your service, fly to Pokhara and journey into the remote Annapurna foothills — ascending through steep rhododendron forests, traditional Gurung villages, and high alpine ridgelines to Kori Danda at 3,800 metres. An acclimatization day brings you to a Thulagi Glacier viewpoint at 4,100 metres before descending to the crown jewel of the trek: Kahphuche, the world's lowest glacier lake, nestled in one of Nepal's most pristine and rarely visited landscapes.
“Words cannot describe what this experience has meant to me and the impact it’s had on my life. I’ve fallen in love with Nepal, it’s people, and it’s beauty.
— Rob W., 2020 Trip Participant
Where Service Meets Spirit
Partnering with the Kavre School for the Deaf to Expand Education in Nepal
Mission
This journey invites us to engage in meaningful service and purposeful adventure. At Kavre School for the Deaf, you'll contribute directly to an expansion project that strengthens educational infrastructure for one of Nepal's most underserved communities. Your hands-on work will help create lasting spaces where deaf children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Beyond the school, your impact continues. Additional funds raised will support schools along the trekking route, providing essential educational supplies and resources to students in remote Himalayan villages.
This is more than a trip — it is an opportunity to champion educational equity, connect with Nepal's living mountain cultures, and experience the transformative power of service-led travel.
Background
Nestled in the Kathmandu Valley, the Kavre School for the Deaf stands as a vital institution for Nepal's deaf community — providing education, skills, and a sense of belonging to children who are too often left behind by mainstream schooling. Our service work focuses on expanding the school's physical capacity, directly strengthening their ability to reach and support more students and families.
Our journey then continues into the Annapurna foothills near Pokhara, where we trek through the remote landscapes of Kori Danda. This rarely visited region is home to traditional Gurung villages, sweeping high-altitude ridgelines, and one of Nepal's most extraordinary natural landmarks — Kahphuche, the world's lowest glacier lake, shimmering at the foot of the Annapurna range.
Upcoming Trip Details
Nepal: Kavre School for Deaf Expansion Project
POKHARA, NEPAL
November 1 - 12, 2026 | 12 Days
General Itinerary
Nov 1-3: Kavre School for Deaf project days
Nov 4: Fly to Pokhara; Private Jeep to Sikles Village (1,980 m)
Nov 5: Trek Sikles to Tasa (Steep climb through rhododendrons) (2,500 m)
Nov 6: Trek Tasa to Kori Danda (Ridge walking) (3,800 m)
Nov 7: Acclimatization Day: Hike to Thulagi Glacier view (4,100 m)
Nov 8: Trek Kori Danda to Hugol Goth (3,800 m)
Nov 9: Day Trip to Kahphuche Glacier Lake & return to Hugol (2,450 m)
Nov 10: Trek Hugol Goth to Sikles (Long descent) (2,500 m)
Nov 11: Explore Sikles / Trek to Chipli Village (2,000 m)
Nov 12: Trek to road head and Drive to Pokhara (822 m)
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ASAP: Please let us know your intent to join us by signing up below. We need a minimum of 7 participants to run the trip.
September 1: Donate/raise the initial deposit of $500.
October 1: Donate/raise the remaining minimum contribution of $3000.
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Fundraising Goal for Nepal: $3,500
Travelers must fundraise or donate a minimum of $3,500 in order to participate in this trip. The minimum donation is split to cover project costs and your trip fees in Nepal.
Charitable Contribution: $846
Covers the charitable project and Trek Relief operations, including materials, logistics, and volunteer support.
Trip Fees: $2,654
Covers all logistics, food, and accommodation required to make your adventure and trek comfortable, safe, and enjoyable.
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Charitable contribution that enables the clinic renovation at Pema T’sal Monastery and supports educational initiatives along the trekking route
Round-trip domestic airfare between Kathmandu and Pokhara
All meals and accommodations during the program, including a welcome dinner in Kathmandu and a farewell dinner in Pokhara
All ground transportation related to the program itinerary during trip dates
Expert English-speaking trek guide and dedicated support from local Sherpa staff
Porters to carry your main trekking luggage (please pack considerately)
Three cups of tea or coffee daily, with boiled and filtered drinking water provided throughout the trek
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
TIMS card (Trekkers’ Information Management System)
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International airfare to and from Nepal
Travel insurance (required for participation)
Visa fees and any costs related to visa extensions
Tips for trekking staff and monastery partners (optional, but appreciated)
Optional activities not listed in the core itinerary
Transportation or taxis taken during personal time in Kathmandu or Pokhara
Personal expenses such as snacks, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, laundry, or phone/internet use
Expenses due to delays (weather, flight cancellations, etc.—insurance is strongly recommended)
Anything not explicitly mentioned under “Included”
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Project Scope
More details coming soon.
Our Total Impact in Nepal
US$320,541
Total Funds Raised
1
School Rebuilt & Supplied
5
Medical Centers Supported
69
Teahouses Rebuilt & Supported
91
Students Supported
7,500
Hot Meals Provided During Covid
1,460+
Pounds of Children’s Books Donated
Past Projects in Nepal
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![A flooded river spilling over its banks next to a traditional building with a pagoda-style roof, surrounded by green trees and hills in the background.]()
Khavre, Nepal | Post-Flood Rebuild
$20,852 raised
In the aftermath of the devastating floods that impacted Nepal in 2024, Trek Relief completed a vital project to support recovery and restore a flood-damaged classroom in the remote village of Khavre, one of the hardest-hit regions. Participants then trekked to Dhaulagiri in the beautiful Annapurna Circuit region of Nepal. -
![Four Nepali women and one boy holding up their harvest, smiling in a garden surrounded by large green cabbage plants.]()
Solukhumbu, Nepal | Seeds of Hope
$65,418 raised
With a mission to empower women in the mountainous regions of Everest, we provided financial and hands-on support to build climate-resilient food systems, promote food security, and facilitate training and community development. Participants then trekked to Pikey Peak to celebrate the completion of this project. -
![A volunteer hands hot food funded by Trek Relief out to children during the Covid 19 pandemic.]()
Kathmandu, Nepal | Covid Pandemic Relief
$25,703 raised
Even as global travel came to a halt, Trek Relief’s commitment to making a difference remained strong. In 2021, our Founder, Candice Young, spearheaded an online fundraiser, personally matching donations to support the distribution of hot meals, food stocks, and medical supplies during a time of great need. -
![Destroyed stone buildings and rubble with a blue doorframe in a mountainous landscape of Langtang Valley, Nepal after the deadly earthquake.]()
Langtang Valley, Nepal | Rebuild a School
$134,281 raised
Over the course of 14 treks into the earthquake stricken valley, Trek Relief members built homes and orphanages, demolished and funded the reconstruction of a 5-classroom school. Three years later, Komin Shyamey Wangphel Secondary School stands proudly in Syabrubesi as a testament to resilience and hope. -
Everest, Nepal | Provide Medical Aid
$61,768 raised
A 2-day health camp was organized and funds were raised to equip the Salyan Primary Healthcare Center and three health posts in Solukhumbu, Nepal, with vital medical supplies—including the region's first dental chair. Participants later trekked to Everest Base Camp, marking a milestone in our journey of impact.
U.N. Sustainable Development Goals
This Trek Relief Nepal program is aligned with the following:
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Stories & Updates from Nepal
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