PERU

Volunteer in Peru, the vibrant Land of the Incas, and immerse yourself in Andean culture, delve into rich Latin American traditions, discover Machu Picchu and observe diverse wildlife.

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Intern & Volunteer in Peru

In Peru, many indigenous descendants live in poverty. By volunteering in Peru, you’ll be helping local organisations contribute to local communities driving change and sustainable innovations to their environment. Work together with communities through marketing internships, public health and wellbeing, social work or environmental agriculture.

Peru boasts incredible natural landscapes, in addition to the iconic Machu Picchu. The Manu Biosphere Nature Reserve is one of the largest natural, protected areas in the world, boasting more than 1,000 species of birds. Join one of our conservation projects in the heart of the rainforest that aims to help preserve nature and support action against climate change.

When you volunteer in Peru you can spend your weekends exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Consider adding extra time to your trip and journey to Trujillo, near the coast. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the archaeological site of Chan Chan and get a glimpse into the way of life during the Chimú culture.

As a volunteer in Peru, you may be based in Cusco which was once the capital of the Inca empire. Here you can visit the 16th-century cathedral, find yourself caught up in the many local fiestas and get a taste of local cuisine. Though Cusco is a tourist hub, you will get the chance to practice Spanish and hear a range of dialects spoken by local people while volunteering in Peru.

Join Kaya on an internship in Peru, or volunteer and contribute to vital, ongoing projects that make a real difference to communities and the environment.

WHY INTERN OR VOLUNTEER IN PERU WITH KAYA?

You can become an intern or volunteer in Peru on one of our projects for anywhere from 2-12 weeks.
Kaya’s volunteer projects and internships in Peru are available to start throughout the year.
All of our projects work towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Kaya provides all volunteers and interns with accommodation for the duration of their trip.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Population: Approximately 30 million people (2021)
Languages spoken: Spanish is the official language of Peru. Indigenous languages such as Quechua and Aymara are also spoken, especially in rural areas.
Religion: The predominant religion in Peru is Roman Catholicism. However, there is also a significant influence of indigenous beliefs and practices, blending with Catholicism in many cases.
Currency: Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Climate: Peru’s climate varies greatly due to its diverse geography. There are three main climate zones: coastal, highland, and rainforest. The coastal region has a desert climate with mild temperatures, the highland region experiences a temperate climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, and the rainforest region has a tropical climate with heavy rainfall throughout the year.

FUN FACT ABOUT PERU

Three-quarters of the world’s alpacas live in Peru! With a global population of alpacas estimated at 10 million, 7.5 million of that is estimated to be in Peru. Don’t be surprised if you run into a few on your way to Machu Picchu!

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