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Amazon Rainforest Conservation Volunteer Program in Peru

by: Alliance for a Sustainable Amazon

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Join the Alliance for a Sustainable Amazon (ASA) at Finca Las Piedras, a biological research station in the Peruvian Amazon. Work alongside researchers and conservationists while contributing to biological research, reforestation, and wildlife surveys. Live and work in a field station in one of the world's most biodiverse rainforests. You may contribute to a variety of hands-on conservation and research activities depending on the season and the needs of ongoing projects. These may include monitoring butterfly diversity, conducting biological inventories, as well as supporting our reforestation program. Additional activities may be available throughout the year, offering participants the opportunity to experience different aspects of rainforest research and conservation. Whether you're considering a career in conservation or simply want to make a meaningful contribution while experiencing life in the Amazon, this program offers an unforgettable opportunity to develop practical field skills and support the long-term protection of the rainforest.

Program Highlights

Gain hands-on experience in ecological fieldwork while living at a biological research station in the Peruvian Amazon.

Contribute to active biodiversity research, wildlife monitoring, and rainforest conservation projects.

Support a long-term reforestation project.

Learn field research techniques from experienced conservationists in a unique rainforest setting.

Contribute to protecting one of the most biodiverse spots on the planet: the Amazon rainforest.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Starts At: $60 for per visitor, per night
Availability
Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation
  • Environment
  • Reforestation
  • Wildlife
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jul 30, 2026

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Program Details

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Locations

  • Puerto Maldonado, Peru

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation
  • Environment
  • Reforestation
  • Wildlife

Availability

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

  • per visitor, per night: $60

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • Some Equipment
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Program Cost Excludes

  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Visa Fees
  • International SIM Card
  • Domestic Airfare
  • International Airfare

Payment Terms

  • Upfront Deposit

Refund Policy

Partial Refund

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Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the weather like in the Amazon?

You should be prepared for periods of intense heat when the sun is out, and intermittent, torrential rain when storms pass through. Summer (May-October) also brings periodical ‘friajes,’ which are cold snaps resulting from a front moving north from Patagonia along the Andes Mountains. Temperatures during friajes can drop below 10°C (into the 40s Fahrenheit), so you should be prepared with a change of warm clothing.

What clothing and gear should I bring?

We will provide all of the gear and equipment that will be used for our field activities (e.g., collecting equipment, tree-climbing gear, etc.). Towels, bedding, and mosquito bed nets are also provided. Everything else is your responsibility. Please see our recommended packing list for a complete list of what to bring with you to Peru.

Do I need a visa to enter Peru?

Citizens of the United States do not need to apply for a visa to enter Peru for stays of 90 days or less. Rather, a visa will be granted at the international airport in Lima upon entering the country. Requirements for citizens of other countries vary, and we recommend that you check these with the website of your country’s embassy in Peru. 

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Join the Alliance for a Sustainable Amazon (ASA) at Finca Las Piedras, a biological research station in the Peruvian Amazon. Work alongside researchers and conservationists while contributing to biological research, reforestation, and wildlife surveys. Live and work in a field station in one of the world's most biodiverse rainforests. You may contribute to a variety of hands-on conservation and research activities depending on the season and the needs of ongoing projects. These may include monitoring butterfly diversity, conducting biological inventories, as well as supporting our reforestation program. Additional activities may be available throughout the year, offering participants the opportunity to experience different aspects of rainforest research and conservation. Whether you're c...

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