Location
  • Peru
    • Cusco
Length
3 weeks

Program Details

Language
Spanish
Age Min.
18
Housing
Host Family Hostel

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Price Details
Volunteering Inscription fee: US$ 70, includes pick up from airport, introduction, 24 hours support in case of emergency, help with travels, etc. Optional costs for living with a local family and Spanish Classes.
Jul 06, 2018
Mar 15, 2013
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About Program

The Volunteer Program is open to anyone who wants to contribute in the projects and has a minimum age of 18 years.

We offer volunteering in different types of projects: orphanages, institutions for mentally disabled children and adults, after school care for children in disadvantaged neighborhoods, childcare, schools, hospitals, medical clinics, etc.

We find it important that volunteers feel comfortable in a project and therefore give them the choice of which project they decide to work.

Most projects are open half day from Monday to Friday. As a result there are many volunteers who choose to work in 2 different projects: one in the morning and another project in the afternoon. Often there are volunteers who choose to take a half day Spanish lessons.

Consider your impact: Volunteering abroad can be a rewarding experience for both volunteers and local communities, and at Go Overseas, we believe all volunteers should have the resources to make informed decisions about the type of volunteer project they want to partake in. However, despite best intentions, some organizations offering placements in orphanages may unknowingly place children in danger. You can read about the potential dangers of orphanage volunteering here.

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  • Impact 4.5
  • Support 5
  • Fun 4.5
  • Value 3.5
  • Safety 4
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Lieke
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A great way to help in Cuszco

Me and my sister helped out in an orphanage for disabled children. It wasn't just rewarding because you know you helped the children, but it was also a lot of fun to see them smile :)

Also the staff is open to new idea's, this allowed me and my sister to organize a trip to the swimming pool which became a highlight of the summer for the children!

What would you improve about this program?
It'd be better if there was a little more teamwork between the permanent local staff and the volunteers.
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Naiara
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My 2 weeks in Cusco

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