Volunteer Opportunities in Peru- Teaching, Dog Care, Medical
Program Overview
Experience Peru in this combination of volunteering, cultural immersion, and travel! Our volunteer programs are based in historic Cusco, located in the Peruvian Andes and the former Incan capital. Now, the city is famous for its archaeological sites, natural surroundings, and unique gastronomy.
Volunteering Journeys offers the following:
- Teaching programs at local schools
- Medical and nursing electives at leading clinics and hospitals
- Veterinary programs that work with sick animals
- Animal care placement at a dog and cat shelter
- Family volunteering program that combines community work, adventure, and travel
A large percentage of Peru’s population lacks proper education, access to quality healthcare services, and access to sustainable development. Your participation in our volunteer program is critical in shaping the country’s modern society. Placements are mostly in rural communities, where you can help teach skills to locals.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Animal Sciences
- Education
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Humanities
- Medicine
- Spanish
- Sports
- Animal Welfare
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Community Development
- Computer Training
- Dental
- Education
- English Teaching
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Hospital
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Sports
- Teaching
- Tutor
- Veterinary Science
- Youth Development
- Adventure Travel
- Animals
- Internships
- Language Immersion
- Medical
- Self-Discovery
- Spanish
- Sports
- Teach Abroad
- Volunteering
Updated Mar 3, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Cusco, Peru
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
- Independent living
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
All Ages
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
- 1-3 Months
- After College
- Post High School
- During College
- During High School
- Career Break / Mid-Career
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