Community work in Peru

Peru has a long history of working hard to protect its communities, ever since the Spanish arrived in funny costumes in the 16th century. Doing community work in Peru is your chance to continue that tradition while at the same time discovering the best the country has to offer. We work with a variety of projects all over Peru to bring you a real flavour for the diversity of culture here. Helping with community work in Peru is a great way to see the real Peru and not just follow the crowds to the tourist hotspots.

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Community work in Peru is a great way to see the best of the country before throwing on your poncho and setting off to discover the sorts of sights that make Peru one of the world’s hottest destinations. The Amazon River waters the lush green jungles; the Andes offer world-class trekking and the country’s long coastline offers plenty of rest and relaxation. Add to that some of the world’s greatest archaeological sites and you’ve got yourself a full itinerary! Doing community work in Peru is a great way to get to know the country and at the same time help local people. We work with community projects all over Peru so you can take your pick.

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Teach English in Cusco, Peru

4 weeks from
US$1,690.00
US$1537.90
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Teaching in the ancient Cusco region in the footsteps of the Incas, this is a fascinating place you'll want to explore once class is dismissed!

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Teaching
  • Duration: 4 to 12 weeks

Latest trip review:
Definitely builds character.... [Read more]

The Inca and Machu Picchu Experience

2 weeks from
US$1,990.00
US$1810.90
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Explore past and present Peru on this tour, from the busy capital Lima to the ancient Incan ruins in Cusco, taking in breathtaking views along the way.

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Meaningful Tours
  • Duration: 2 weeks

Community work with orphans in Trujillo, Peru

4 weeks from
US$1,790.00
US$1628.90
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Enjoy the colonial architecture of fascinating Trujillo and the warmth of local people when you help out on this valuable community project working with orphans in the city.

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Work with children
  • Duration: 4 to 12 weeks

Latest trip review:
I want to do it all over again!... [Read more]

Community work with children in Cusco, Peru

3 weeks from
US$1,590.00
US$1446.90
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These children's centres in southern Peru are valuable resources for dozens of girls, giving them shelter, food, healthcare and a reason to smile!

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Work with children
  • Duration: 3 to 12 weeks

Teach English at schools or an orphanage in Lima, Peru

4 weeks from
US$1,690.00
US$1537.90
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Enjoy all the trappings of a bustling South American city and help some of its younger residents by teaching at a local school or orphanage.

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Teaching
  • Duration: 4 to 12 weeks

Latest trip review:
A very special time.... [Read more]

Community work with special needs children in Peru

4 weeks from
US$1,790.00
US$1628.90
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Beautiful northern Peru is the setting for a valuable project which uses a variety of interactive activities to help children and teenagers with special needs.

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Work with children
  • Duration: 4 to 12 weeks

Latest trip review:
Having an incredible time with the children in the centre!... [Read more]

Community work with orphans and underprivileged children in Lima, Peru

4 weeks from
US$1,790.00
US$1628.90
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Help care and support for underprivileged or orphaned children in Peru's capital and take part in a variety of activities like cooking, arts & crafts, sports and English tuition.

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Work with children
  • Duration: 4 to 12 weeks

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Something that i will never forget, and i am looking... [Read more]

The Peruvian Andes experience

2 weeks from
US$1,720.00
US$1565.20
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Explore traditional rural life on this tour of the Peruvian Andes and spend time living with locals in communities shadowed of one of the world's great mountain ranges.

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Meaningful Tours
  • Duration: 2 to 3 weeks

Latest trip review:
It takes so little to improve lives significantly.... [Read more]

Community work with disadvantaged children in Arequipa, Peru

2 weeks from
US$1,390.00
US$1264.90
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Enjoy an action-packed trip in a region famed for its natural attractions, from exploring canyons and volcanoes to taking biking and trekking tours.

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Work with children
  • Duration: 2 to 12 weeks

Archaeology work experience in Lima, Peru

3 weeks from
US$1,390.00
US$1264.90
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Help discover the secrets of Peru's past on an important archeological site whilst enjoying all the benefits of its modern capital, Lima.

  • Location: Peru
  • Continent: South America
  • Type:Internships
  • Duration: 3 to 12 weeks

Latest trip review:
An amazing project with so much more to be discovered.... [Read more]

If you like the idea of doing community work in Peru don’t forget we work with exciting community projects all over South America such as working with orphans in Argentina, renovating favellas in Rio, helping build dance centres in Salvador and working with children in the Galapagos Islands.