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Gap Project: Peru & Galapagos Islands
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Spend eight weeks in South America protecting wildlife and improving your Spanish. This Gap Project offers a unique opportunity to explore Peru and Ecuador while contributing to conservation efforts and cultural exchange. In Peru, you'll spend two weeks conserving the Amazon Rainforest before visiting the iconic Machu Picchu. Then, you'll engage in community outreach work around Cusco and the Sac...
Spend eight weeks in South America protecting wildlife and improving your Spanish. This Gap Project offers a unique opportunity to explore Peru and Ecuador while contributing to conservation efforts and cultural exchange. In Peru, you'll spend two weeks conserving the Amazon Rainforest before visiting the iconic Machu Picchu. Then, you'll engage in community outreach work around Cusco and the Sacred Valley. In Ecuador, you'll spend two weeks conserving giant tortoises and sea lions on the Galapagos Islands, followed by a weekend trip to Santa Cruz. Finally, you'll spend two weeks teaching and working with communities. While most projects focus on volunteering, we can facilitate internships if you need to fulfill university requirements. Whether you're interested in protecting coastal hab...
Program Highlights
Live with a group of students in the Amazon Rainforest, engaging with the local environment and protecting endangered animals on a daily basis.
Give your Spanish skills a major lift by fully immersing yourself in Spanish-speaking countries for 8 weeks.
Experience different areas of work from conservation efforts in the exclusive Galapagos National Park to supporting eager students in their quest to master communication skills.
Participate in community enrichment projects with a group in Cusco and work together to achieve a specific goal in a short time.
Watch the sunrise over the stunning landscape and ruins of Machu Picchu.
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Quick Details
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- Cusco, Peru
- 5-8 Weeks
- Agriculture
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Building & Construction Projects
- Childcare & Children
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- All Nationalities
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Once in a lifetime experience with Giant Tortoises
March 27, 2025by: Paul HullingerProgram: Gap Project: Peru & Galapagos IslandsI spent one month with Projects Abroad Galapagos, as this was #1 on my bucket list. I am completely happy with my experience here, particularly with our twice a week feeding and caring for Giant Tortoises. We even got an opportunity to return two tortoises to the wild! (This isn't common, and it is also REALLY HARD-- but it is certainly worthy of my life's highlight reel!) You will also count and monitor the health of sea lions twice a week. This is pretty easy, and the sea lions are endlessly fascinating. You will have plenty of opportunity to travel to the other islands (I went to Isabella, Santa Cruz and Espanola). The trips run from $200-500 and it is best to make arrangements through the project for the best price. But you must pay in cash. (There are ATMs available.) The staff is wonderful and the volunteers ranged from high school to retired. They come from all over, not just America (in my case, less than half we're from the USA). The project website is very accurate. And yes, you will get very dirty on tortoise and invasive species removal days. I loved this so much that I have a second Projects Abroad conservation project coming up in less than two months.
Program Details
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Locations
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- Cusco, Peru
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Agriculture
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
- 5-8 Weeks
- Post High School
- During College
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Spend eight weeks in South America protecting wildlife and improving your Spanish. This Gap Project offers a unique opportunity to explore Peru and Ecuador while contributing to conservation efforts and cultural exchange. In Peru, you'll spend two weeks conserving the Amazon Rainforest before visiting the iconic Machu Picchu. Then, you'll engage in community outreach work around Cusco and the Sacred Valley. In Ecuador, you'll spend two weeks conserving giant tortoises and sea lions on the Galapagos Islands, followed by a weekend trip to Santa Cruz. Finally, you'll spend two weeks teaching and working with communities. While most projects focus on volunteering, we can facilitate internships if you need to fulfill university requirements. Whether you're interested in protecting coastal hab...
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Spend eight weeks in South America protecting wildlife and improving your Spanish. This Gap Project offers a unique opportunity to explore Peru and Ecuador while contributing to conservation efforts and cultural exchange. In Peru, you'll spend two weeks conserving the Amazon Rainforest before visiting the iconic Machu Picchu. Then, you'll engage in community outreach work around Cusco and the Sacred Valley. In Ecuador, you'll spend two weeks conserving giant tortoises and sea lions on the Galapagos Islands, followed by a weekend trip to Santa Cruz. Finally, you'll spend two weeks teaching and working with communities. While most projects focus on volunteering, we can facilitate internships if you need to fulfill university requirements. Whether you're interested in protecting coastal hab...
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