Peru Experience

Boasting stunning coastlines, lush rainforest and rugged mountains, Peru is a country rich in diversity and ripe for adventure. Your four week Peru Experience takes you to the heart of the ancient Incan Empire, starting with its vibrant capital, Cusco. Here you will experience an array of Incan and colonial architectural gems, culminating in a trip to the awe-inspiring Lost City of Macchu Picchu.

After selecting and spending time on one of our great volunteer projects, you’ll head south to Lake Titicaca where you will lodge with indigenous islanders and marvel at the breathtaking landscapes that characterise the world’s highest navigable lake.

Week One - Introduction to Peru
This week will be an introduction to the Peruvian culture and the Spanish language and a chance to meet others on the project.

Weeks Two & Three - Helping Local People
These weeks are spent helping on a volunteer project based within Cusco, the options include working at a local school, a local orphanage or a street children project.

Week Four - Lake Titicaca
Take a trip to the highest navigable lake in the world. Enjoy an unforgettable boat trip over the world famous Lake Titicaca, visit the extraordinary reed islands and live with the villagers of one of the few inhabited islands.

Location

Cusco, ancient capital of the Incan Empire, Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca.

Accommodation and Meals

Weeks 1, 2 & 3 - During these three weeks accommodation is with a local family, conveniently located for the language school and volunteer projects. You will have your own room and meals are included.

Week 4 - Accomodation includes spending two nights in a hotel in Puno and two nights with the local islanders on Lake Titicaca. Meals are not included during this week.

Programme Overview

Duration: Option A: 4 weeks £1149, Option B: 4 weeks £1449
(see itinerary for details)

How to book & pay:
£195 deposit to secure place, balance due 12 weeks before departure.

What is included?
Accommodation
Meals (weeks 1,2 & 3)
All activities/ trips/visits stated
Language school
Volunteer project
Return bus trip from Cusco to Puno

What is not included?
International Flights
Travel Insurance
Additional activities
Airport Taxes

Programme Summary:
This four week Peru Experience takes you to the heart of the ancient Incan Empire, starting with its capital, Cusco.
Other Peru volunteer work options

Arrival dates: The first Monday of each month.

Peru Travel Advice: Visit our Peru Travel Advice page.

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