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Peru: Social Impact and Machu Picchu Challenge

by: Challenges Abroad

Trade the ordinary for the extraordinary. Based in Urubamba in Peru's stunning Sacred Valley, just an hour from Cusco, this 2 to 4-week community impact experience puts you at the heart of real change. You will design and deliver hands-on workshops centred around conversational English, STEAM, and critical thinking at underfunded local schools, helping young learners who have been hit hardest by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. You will also lead tree-planting and community clean-up activities, raising environmental awareness in the local community. And when the week is done? The Sacred Valley is your playground. Think Inca ruins, mountain trails, vibrant markets, and the iconic Machu Picchu on your doorstep. This is not just travel. It is a chapter that builds your confidence, sharpens your leadership, and gives you stories worth telling. All accommodation, weekday meals, in-country transport, and 24/7 support are included. Come and join our global community of people who care.

Program Highlights

Deliver creative, hands-on workshops to learners in under-resourced schools in the heart of the Sacred Valley

Take on real leadership by planning, preparing, and facilitating your own sessions with support from our in-country team

Explore one of the world's most iconic destinations, with Machu Picchu, Inca ruins, and mountain trails on your doorstep

Build CV-ready skills in communication, teamwork, adaptability, and cross-cultural collaboration

Join a global community of changemakers and make friendships that last well beyond the programme

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Peru
Starts At: $1500-2000, $2000-$5000
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement: 18-25
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Community Development
  • Culture
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Environment
  • Health
  • Health Education
  • Reforestation
  • Teaching
  • Tree Planting
  • Youth Development
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jun 25, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Peru

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Community Development
  • Culture
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Environment
  • Health
  • Health Education
  • Reforestation
  • Teaching
  • Tree Planting
  • Youth Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

18-25

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Starts At

$1500-2000, $2000-$5000

Program Cost Includes

  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • Emergency Support

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Written Application

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the program located?

You will be based in Urubamba, a beautiful town in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, approximately one hour from Cusco. It is a brilliant base for both your project work and weekend exploration.

Do I need to speak Spanish or have teaching experience?

Neither is required. You will receive full pre-departure and in-country support to help you prepare your workshops and settle into life in Peru. 

Is a visit to Machu Picchu included in the program?

The Sacred Valley puts you perfectly placed to visit Machu Picchu during one of your free weekends. It is one of the most popular weekend trips for participants on this programme. 

What expenses are not covered by the program fee?

Flights, travel insurance, vaccinations, weekend meals, and personal spending money are covered by you. Everything else, including accommodation, weekday meals, transport, and support, is taken care of. 

What skills will I develop during the program?

Leadership, confidence, adaptability, and teamwork are built into every day of this programme, skills that genuinely stand out to universities and employers.

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