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Conservation in Peru with Projects Abroad

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Projects Abroad's private reserve Reserva Ecologica Taricaya is a slice of unspoiled, untouched Amazon rainforest. You can find it on the edge of one of the Amazon's mighty tributaries, the Rio Madre de Dios with mammals and birds abound. We don't work in isolation, but rather in co-ordination with local people. They help us with our conservation projects and we help them with their farming a...

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Program Highlights

The rainforest project in Peru is one for the more adventurous! But nonetheless the accommodation is comfortable and three square meals are provided.

Taricaya is increasingly recognized internationally as a research center and has contributed a number of important research papers at international conferences, especially in the field of ornithology.

Taricaya is also Peru's premier animal release center for wild animals that have become abandoned pets and been caught in towns near the forest.

A great canopy walkway, South America's highest, gives you access to the top of the forest, leading to a totally new world.

Taricaya is at the heart of the Amazon and at the heart of conservation work in the Amazon.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Animal Sciences
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Management
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Business
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - Study Abroad ProgramInnovative Volunteer Abroad Program 2023 FinalistTop Rated Notable Mentions 2022Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad Finalist 2022Notable Mention 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9

Total Reviews

2

Incredible experience

August 07, 2025by: Alfred DupreyProgram: Conservation in Peru with Projects Abroad
9

This experience is awsome for a lot of reasons ; First things first, Peru is a beautiful country, and the Amazionian rain forest is one of the most beautiful things i've seen in my entire life. At the Taricaya reserve, I felt useful and not like a random tourist, i felt like i was doing something really meaningful. Everyone at the reserve was nice and friendly, and wanted to share their knowledge with us. I did many things and different activities, from farming to building, or feeding the animals... Thank you to Taricaya Eco Reserve and Projects abroad for this amazing experience !

Volunteering At Taricaya

July 22, 2025by: Natalie KuresovaProgram: Conservation in Peru with Projects Abroad
9

My stay at Taricaya EcoReserve lasted two weeks, which made for a truly incredible experience. I was given the chance to explore a whole new culture, work with flora and fauna and meet amazing people, some of which have truly impacted me with their stories and others which I have formed strong friendships with! I would definitely recommend this to anybody who takes an interest in travelling, geography, the environment and doesn’t mind getting muddy!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Puerto Maldonado, Peru

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Animal Sciences
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Management

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

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

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Letters of Reference
    • Written Application
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    Projects Abroad's private reserve Reserva Ecologica Taricaya is a slice of unspoiled, untouched Amazon rainforest. You can find it on the edge of one of the Amazon's mighty tributaries, the Rio Madre de Dios with mammals and birds abound. We don't work in isolation, but rather in co-ordination with local people. They help us with our conservation projects and we help them with their farming and by helping look after their unique environment. We have an experimental farm where we pass on ideas and techniques to local farmers and then support them - growing mahogany, coffee and cocoa along with livestock management and crop rotations. Projects Abroad is helping local people to avoid potential damage and to conserve the few remaining areas of untouched forest. Patrolling our reserve i...

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