Amazing Volunteer Trip to Cusco!

After no small amount of researching and deliberation, I decided on IVHQ to book my first volunteer experience abroad. I did not know anyone personally who had travelled with them, but the reviews were abundant. Price factored into the decision, as did the option to choose many cities across most continents.
All of my pre-trip interactions were conducted via email, but the option to speak to a representative was always on the table. The onboarding process was surprisingly simple and their checklists made submitting the requisite information a breeze.
Although I have traveled internationally several times, I had never been to South America. I chose Cusco, Peru for my destination, both for the Spanish immersion and a personal interest in Peru's history.
I have been a Registered Nurse for many years and enrolled in the medical volunteer program to maximize my positive impact while there.
Booking travel was easy through the Student Universe portal and I was able to include additional excursions through the local tour agency via the IVHQ links.
Frequent follow up emails kept me informed and engaged in the months and weeks leading up to my departure.
On arrival in Cusco I was picked up from the airport and brought directly to the local volunteer agency headquarters. I was greeted warmly, oriented and given a walking tour of Cusco's central district. The local agency had been given all of my pertinent information and I had no problems getting to my accomodations or starting my volunteer program.
Although my primary contacts in Peru were through the local agency, Maximo Nivel, my IVHQ program manager checked in with me every few days and was always available for questions.
The overall experience was incredible and I would not hesitate to book another volunteer experience through IVHQ. In fact, I'm looking forward to it!