Is it safe to travel in Nepal?

In general yes, it is safe to travel to Nepal. However it is helpful to keep some points in mind. Since the Earthquake of April 25th 2015 some buildings have been damaged and are structurally compromised. In some of the trekking areas, although the “path” is open the lodges along the way have been damaged and may not be wholly safe. However, if you use practical discernment, come prepared (for example to camp in some trekking regions) and keep in mind that you are visiting a country that has recently undergone a major natural disaster, then you will likely not only keep safe but also helpfully contribute to the local economy which is much needed for a full recovery to happen in the country. It is important to keep in mind that further Earthquakes are highly probable in Nepal. If you have health considerations or experience anxiety easily I would not recommend visiting to Nepal at this time – look at supporting us in other ways than actually visiting!

How can I help Hands with Hands?

There is a variety of how you can “help” Hands with Hands!
• Donate - every amount is helpful!
• Fundraise – create your own initiative & add to our calendar of events
• Adopting a project – we continue to add to our project list that you can directly fund
• Inspirational Charity Treks – create your own adventure in Nepal
• Sponsoring a child – build a lasting relationship supporting one of our children
• Volunteer your time – we have some need for people who can do Graphic design; translation (German & Dutch); webmastery (Joomla)

We have been touched by the innovation and creativity of many people, by all the truly inspirational and supportive ways of continuing to help build bridges of support – doing something we love can end up being of support for our friends in Nepal!

Can I send something to Nepal to Help?

Please do not send any goods/clothes/food/tents to Nepal. Especially since the Earthquake the not so great postal system is ever further compromised. If you send something it will not arrive to us in tack and will require one of our staff to pay money for what is likely to be an empty box.

I am planning to travel to Nepal is there something helpful that we can bring along with us?

One thing that is helpful to bring is quality reference books, for example (recent) encyclopedias, general information books that can be used in school libraries especially for the higher age groups - most books in the schools were totally destroyed. It is generally not helpful to bring clothing items as clothing can be obtained cheaply here, but leaving your own unwanted fleeces after your trekking can be help. Medical supplies/first aid items can also be helpful, providing they are not out of date items. Second hand laptops in good quality condition would be fantastic, as are good quality second-hand smart phones – developing communication hubs and helping the schools restart their computer classes is important. But please make sure they're in good condition, ones with broken pieces, no longer working batteries are really not very helpful and a burden. Oh and photos/mementos of your own country/family to leave as gifts means that you will be leaving a part of yourself in Nepal to be remembered too!