Volunteering in Peru

Volunteer work in Peru and assist at an orphanage in Cuzco, known as the backpacking Mecca of South America and  set against the spectacular Peruvian Andes. Volunteer work in Peru is an ideal starting point for first time volunteers and experienced volunteers alike.

The orphanage where you will be volunteering in Peru provides daily meals, a bed and schooling but the children also need attention on a one-to-one basis. Volunteer work in Peru is flexible and varied and you can be as involved as you like. One day perhaps helping with after school homework, another day organising your own activity or watching TV with the children. Volunteering in Peru is not all work either. The famous Inca Treks are a must and can be arranged on arrival from approx. £180.

Whilst volunteering in Peru, volunteers live in comfortable shared self-contained apartments above the orphanage. Although there is only one English-speaking manager, orphanage staff are used to working alongside volunteers of all ages for many years. In addition, by living on site volunteers are never far away from assistance if they require it. If we had to choose just one quintessential project in South America which ticks all the boxes, voluntary work in Peru is a must!

When should I apply?

 

Apply now by phone or on-line (or via post using our application form). There are no set arrival dates so you can arrive whenever it is convenient for you.
Start sourcing your flight to Cuzco now-volunteers recommend the following companies: Dial A Flight amongst others.
Flights to Cuzco expensive? Fly into to Lima (the capital) instead and book internal flight on line with taca.com or Lan.com. One way economy flights bought in advance cost from £60 each way.

We consider this project ideal if you

 

Are travelling alone (pick up and transfers)
Are thinking about a long stay but are unsure about committing at this stage
Want to take advantage of local hiking opportunities
Want to learn or improve your Spanish by working alongside Spanish speaking staff
Want an opportunity to make new friends amongst the other volunteers and perhaps travel together afterwards

Peru at a glance...

 

Peru has more than its fair share of wildlife, history, landscapes and culture which means there is something for everyone in this ancient land. From ice blue lakes and glaciers in the sierras to tropical rainforest in the Amazon basin Peru has it all and every imaginable habitat in between.
Not to be missed before leaving Peru: Machu Pichu, Inca Trail, Nazca Lines, Chan Chan, The Cordillera Blanca and Lake Titicaca.
The rainy season in from November to April. Festivals: Inti Raymi, 24 June 2006, Candelaria, February, Senor de los Milagros, October.
Travel difference from UK : -5hrs GMT

"Hi
Just to let you know everything is fine in Cuzco, Jeremy and his mother are
very nice and helpful and the teaching is going well. I would
recommend anyone to come here, it is a truly wonderful experience."
Karen volunteered in Cuzco - Peru