Asha, Nepal

• Do not go out alone; always at least have one person with you when you go out.
• Keep all your valuables in a safe place that can possibly be locked if available.

Safety in Asha, Nepal
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Ministry Summary

Ministry Summary in Asha, Nepal
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Lodging

• 2 beds in the boy’s room, 2 beds in the girl’s room, most just used their sleeping pads
• Girl’s room: Western toilets, showers (cold)
• Boy’s room: Squatty potty, shower (warm in the afternoon)
• 8 USD per day
• $10 per person for Wi-Fi (if you want to use their network for the month)

Lodging in Asha, Nepal
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Food / Meals

Food / Meals in Asha, Nepal
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Transportation

• To go to Katmandu in a minibus/van: 20NRP per person
• If you want to come back in a taxi it should be around 900-1000 NRP

Transportation in Asha, Nepal
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Medical

• Local Clinic in walking distance of Asha
• B&B Hospital- close and clean, not US standards but still a good hospital

Medical in Asha, Nepal
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Communication

• Good cell reception here, no problems with Cell phone use

Communication in Asha, Nepal
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Financial

Financial in Asha, Nepal
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Translators

• A lot of people at Asha speak English, so you should be fine there.
• Katmandu has a high percentage of people that speak English.

Translators in Asha, Nepal
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Off Days / Fun Activities

Off Days / Fun Activities in Asha, Nepal
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Other Important Contacts

Other Important Contacts in Asha, Nepal
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Tips

Additional Info

Additional Info in Asha, Nepal
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