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Peru: Sacred Mountains (Summer)
Celebrate Peru’s unbelievable diversity: travel along tropical waterways, live with Quechua families in the high Andes, and explore the threads of past and present in the land of the Inca. Dragons Peru summer abroad program offers students the opportunity to dig into critical development issues by living with families in remote indigenous communities and exploring seldom-visited regions of the sac...
Celebrate Peru’s unbelievable diversity: travel along tropical waterways, live with Quechua families in the high Andes, and explore the threads of past and present in the land of the Inca. Dragons Peru summer abroad program offers students the opportunity to dig into critical development issues by living with families in remote indigenous communities and exploring seldom-visited regions of the sacred Andes Mountains and lush Amazonian forests. Dragons Peru summer abroad course is a rugged and challenging journey through the folds of time, offering exposure to critical development issues of today through the lens of the cultures, communities, and stunning backdrops of the past. It is ideal for students who want to develop wilderness and leadership skills while engaging in hands-on servic...
Program Highlights
Explore the extreme cultural and ecological diversity of Peru through rural homestays, dramatic high mountain treks, and excursions into the verdant folds of the Amazon rainforest.
Hike up ancient steps to the mesmerizing Lost City of the Inca as dawn breaks over the cloud forest.
Learn about issues in development and conservation in modern Peru by sharing in the daily rhythms of life in urban and rural contexts.
Deepen your Spanish language skills through personalized instruction while connecting closely with a homestay family in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Assist biological research teams in their conservation efforts in remote pockets of the Amazon rainforest.
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- Cusco, Peru
- Huaraz, Peru
- Lima, Peru
- Rural Areas, Peru
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- Outdoor Education
- Student Exchange
- All Nationalities
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Eye opener
September 09, 2013by: roarkemartinProgram: Peru: Sacred Mountains (Summer)I had an excellent time in Peru. The instructors were great and they pushed you to have a better experience. We went to the Peruvian Amazon (Puerto Moldanado area) saw Brazil there, Machu Picchu, recently contacted communities and more. To anyone who is applying, I would highly recommend preparing for the 6-7 day trek. It was a big mistake when I did not prepare. Also, I would tell everyone that it is WINTER in Peru during summer. Go if you always want to look back on the summer you went as a memorable summer!
Sacred Time in the Sacred Valley
October 24, 2012by: catherinebrownProgram: Peru: Sacred Mountains (Summer)Dragons is incredible. The instructors created a powerful space for us to connect as a group, immerse ourselves in the Andean culture and explore Peru-- while jammed into local buses, huddled together in dugout canoes, trekking behind burros up the slopes of the Cordillera Blancas and stretched out at sunrise above the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu. If you have the opportunity, GO.
Program Details
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Locations
- Cusco, Peru
- Huaraz, Peru
- Lima, Peru
- Rural Areas, Peru
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Online Application
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Celebrate Peru’s unbelievable diversity: travel along tropical waterways, live with Quechua families in the high Andes, and explore the threads of past and present in the land of the Inca. Dragons Peru summer abroad program offers students the opportunity to dig into critical development issues by living with families in remote indigenous communities and exploring seldom-visited regions of the sacred Andes Mountains and lush Amazonian forests. Dragons Peru summer abroad course is a rugged and challenging journey through the folds of time, offering exposure to critical development issues of today through the lens of the cultures, communities, and stunning backdrops of the past. It is ideal for students who want to develop wilderness and leadership skills while engaging in hands-on servic...
Where There Be Dragons
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Ready to Learn More?
Celebrate Peru’s unbelievable diversity: travel along tropical waterways, live with Quechua families in the high Andes, and explore the threads of past and present in the land of the Inca. Dragons Peru summer abroad program offers students the opportunity to dig into critical development issues by living with families in remote indigenous communities and exploring seldom-visited regions of the sacred Andes Mountains and lush Amazonian forests. Dragons Peru summer abroad course is a rugged and challenging journey through the folds of time, offering exposure to critical development issues of today through the lens of the cultures, communities, and stunning backdrops of the past. It is ideal for students who want to develop wilderness and leadership skills while engaging in hands-on servic...
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