From vivid cultural history to tasty local cuisine, Kathmandu in Nepal checks all the boxes. From the city you can visit the holy primates of Monkey Temple, go trekking in the Himalayas, and take a break from the bustle of the city in the Garden of Dreams. When you’re rested, you can head out for drinks in Thamel to see how the locals have fun.
Nepal Highlights
- Discover ancient Buddhist and Hindu temples
- Party in the bars and clubs in the Thamel district
- Paraglide through snowy mountain peaks
- Hike through the majestic Himalayas
- Take a leap off Asia's tallest bungee jump
- Visit the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara and enjoy the best views of the Annapurna Mountain Range
Work The World House
Our house acts as the central point of your experiences in Kathmandu. Your housemates will be fellow healthcare students and graduates from all over the world. You can think of it as your home from home and a hub of activity throughout your elective in Nepal.
The Kathmandu house is located a short distance from Thamel - a bustling maze of winding lanes with more bars, restaurants and shops than you’ll have time to visit.
Set in a relaxed residential area, the Work the World house itself is a calm space and an escape from the city’s bustle. From the rooftop terrace, you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramas of Kathmandu Valley and the city itself.
What’s more, this area is a fantastic jumping-off point for adventure opportunities like trekking and paragliding.






View from house rooftop terrace







View from house rooftop terrace

In-Country Team
Management team: Based in the house, they oversee your entire Work the World experience — 24/7 — from the moment you land to the moment you leaveCatering team: Cook a variety of both local cuisine and familiar home comforts, accommodating all dietary requirementsHousekeeper: Keeps the house clean and tidy from top to bottom, making sure you're comfortableLanguage teacher: Visits the house twice per-week. During their lessons, you’ll learn everyday phrases and clinical terminology to help you get more from your placementSecurity team: Monitor the house 24/7 for your peace of mind
Electives in Kathmandu
VILLAGE HEALTHCARE WEEK
Deepen your understanding of Nepal and its healthcare system by spending a week in a riverside village in the Himalayan foothills. You'll live with a welcoming village family who will share their rural way of life with you.
Each morning, you will head to the local health post. The healthcare team delivers minor emergency services, checkups, and vaccination programmes. But resources here are even scarcer than in city hospitals, limiting care to the extreme.
In the afternoons, you'll cook local dishes, go on mountain hikes, and see how religion and rice farming are the heart of local culture. This experience will perfectly compliment your elective in Nepal.





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"The doctors and nurses were always happy for me to get involved and ask questions, they gave me their time and were more than happy to discuss cases with me".
Bonnii Heber , University of Southern Queensland 2025
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"The infrastructure, funding and cultural perceptions of health were distinctly different."
Richard Liang, Charles Sturt University 2025
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"In the evenings, we went out into Thamel to explore the nightlife. We went to some fun clubs and nice bars. It was a nice change to spend time with people from the house outside of placement."
Isobel Heyes, Cardiff University 2024
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"Some of the most memorable cases I observed included open heart surgery for a valve replacement."
Catherine Noone, University of Manchester 2024
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"The experience will ultimately shape you into not only a better professional but also a better person!"
Jessica Rivers, Exeter University 2024
Read moreWhat healthcare disciplines do Work the World cater for?
Work the World organises supervised healthcare electives in Asia and Africa for the following disciplines: - 1. Nursing (all branches) 2. Medical 3. Midwifery 4. Physiotherapy 5. Radiography 6. Pharmacy 7. Dentistry 8. Occupational Therapy 9. Paramedic Science 10. Biomedical Science
What is the Work the World house like in Kathmandu, Nepal?
Our house in Kathmandu will be the hub of your experience and your home away from home. You’ll be based only a short distance from Kathmandu’s famous Thamel district — a bustling maze of winding lanes with more bars, restaurants and shops than you’ll have time to visit.
What travelling opportunities are there for me whilst I’m in Nepal?
From vivid cultural history to tasty local cuisine, Kathmandu in Nepal checks all the boxes. From the city, you can visit the holy primates of Monkey Temple, trek in the Himalayas, and take a break from the bustle of the city in the Garden of Dreams. When you’re rested, you can head out for drinks in Thamel to see how the locals have fun.