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Conservation Projects in Peru - Starts at USD 734

  Peru
  • Cusco: 
  • Cusco

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month - all year

Description: Live and work with the Ashaninka people in the Vilcabamba Mountains, near the Ashaninka Communal Reserve and the Otishi National Park.

The Ashaninka Communal Reserve has an incredibly diverse and fragile ecosystem which sustains the hunting activities of the native communities in the region. This Volunteer Peru conservation project offers a unique opportunity to join the Ashaninkas in the villages of Betania, Poyeni and Shevoriato, as part of a pilot project centered around rainforest conservation, economic development, and indigenous rights in the Tambo River region of Eastern Peru.

Highlights: Volunteer in the project will work in the following exciting areas:

- Biodiversity Inventory and Bird Surveys
- Reforestation and Tree Care
- Sustainable Development, Agro forestry, Perma-culture, Eco-Tourism
- Maintenance
- English Teaching
- Health Centers, Sanitation Campaigns, Health Workers.

Working and Living Conditions:

Though challenging and wonderful, conservation Peru projects have some limitations. Basic housing at an Indigenous community will be provided. Each site has slightly different living conditions. Sites are equipped with running water and toilets. The shower has cold water only and there is no electricity. Each intern will have a Rustic bed and shelf space. Satellite telephone service is available at Betania and Poyeni. Living conditions are rustic and difficult. The weather can be hot, humid and often rainy. There are insects, bats and many other creatures. Please consider this environment before you apply for a position.

Qualifications: No qualifications are needed but we expect volunteers to be passionate about the environment.

Languages :
  • English
  • Cost in US$: 1st Week: USD 734 to 12 weeks: USD 2191 *Please add USD 5 per day for Host Family

    Cost Includes :
  • Food
  • Housing
  • In-country orientation/Training
  • In-country staff support
  • Medical insurance
  • Salary / Pay: volunteer job

    Experience Required: no

    Volunteer Types :
  • conservation
  • economic development
  • environment
  • indigenous issues
  • reforestation
  • Age Range: 18 or above

    This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

    Typical Living Arrangements :
  • Home-stays
  • Other
  • Participants Travel to Peru Independently or in Groups

    Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

    Application Process Involves:

    • Online Application plus Application Assessment

    Global Crossroad's Mission Statement: Global Crossroad offers many remarkable and challenging volunteer, internship, mini-adventure and cultural immersion programs to volunteers in fascinating countries like India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, China, Cambodia, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Argentina, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala and Peru. Our meaningful and unique programs engages our volunteers in projects that will uplift lives of poor children and women as well as allowing them plenty of opportunities to enjoy the historical, cultural and natural wonders of the host country.

    Year Founded: 2002

     



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