This program is now open to international volunteers!
Volunteer for kindergarten and primary school kids on our after-school program for remote communities in Northern Peru. As a volunteer, you will assist students with homework and build learning skills in English, Math, and other subjects.
Program Highlights:
Your Schedule at a Glance (Minimum Two-Week Commitment):
Day 1, Sunday: Arrive at Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport (CJA). You will be picked up from the airport and transferred to your new accommodations in the Andes city of Cajamarca.
Day 2, Monday: Volunteers will receive an introduction to the local team, their program, partake in a Peruvian culture lesson, and tour around the local area. Participants will join a short guided hike to ‘The Callacpuma hill’, from where you will cross a pre-Incaican lost ancient city, then a Peruvian picnic at the panoramic top. After sunset, you can try the Thermal Baths in Banos (Optional) and a massage session (Optional)
Days 3-6, Tuesday- Friday: Rewarding volunteer work on our After-School Program.
Days 7-8, Saturday and Sunday: Volunteers staying only one week will depart on Saturday. The weekend is free for volunteers to spend how they wish.
Remaining Weeks: Remaining weeks will follow the pattern of volunteering Monday-Friday and having weekends free. Departures are on a Saturday.
Join more volunteer opportunities in Peru!
We also offer other exciting volunteer programs from our base in Cajamarca:
Join for 2 weeks or more and you can take part in a different volunteer program each week while staying at the same accommodation. You don’t need experience and there is no extra fee to combine these programs. We will provide further information upon application.
What’s Included
What’s not Included
Flights, visas (if required), travel health insurance, and personal expenses.
Peru, known for its incredible cultural heritage sites, such as the renowned Machu Picchu, is the third largest country in South America. Peru is geographically diverse, with a variety of landscapes, climates, and ecosystems. This makes it possible to go surfing at its northern beaches one day, and hiking in its vast mountains the next.
The volunteer project is in Shaullio Grande, a rural community near the northern Andes city of Cajamarca, known for its natural thermal springs, breathtaking mountain views and relaxing atmosphere. The location provides the best of both worlds with its proximity to both natural wonders such as the Andes Mountains and Amazon Rainforest, and the bustling commercial center of Cajamarca. There is also a rich Incan history to explore, as the city is known for the Battle of Cajamarca, where the Inca Empire fell.
As a volunteer, you will join our private after-school program to provide free lessons for children from remote communities! Its focus is not to intervene with the Peruvian school system, yet to provide free educational enrichment in the afternoons. After public school finishes, children attend one of two sessions to complete their homework or improve their English, Math, and Reading skills. Our local team of teachers will help prepare the lessons so you may teach solo or with other international volunteers as a team. You may also teach basic hygiene and painting skills, as well as sharing your own experiences and cultural background. The kids are eager to learn and appreciate those who can assist them with their educational development.
The program runs with around three groups for primary school and kindergarten students.
You can expect to volunteer for 4 hours a day from Monday to Friday. A typical day may look like this:
**You should also expect to work on the next day’s activities/exercises.
Volunteers will commute from Monday to Friday to the project site in a rural village, 11 km from the accommodation in Cajamarca. Our local coordinator will provide guidance and support.
Travel Extras (Not Included):
You can extend your stay with one or more great travel extras for an additional fee. Choose from one or more of the following and sign up upon registration.
Culture Week (Recommended): This program provides a comprehensive introduction to South American culture, the Cajamarca region, and the traditions and customs of Northern Peru. You’ll get to visit some of the highlights of Northern Peru, besides learning some basic Spanish, trying typical Peruvian dishes, and experiencing the local culture. More Info.
Spanish Classes: Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to brush up on your skills, this add-on is a great way to make the most of your volunteer experience. Classes are 20 hours per week, with a maximum of six students per class. They also offered afternoon conversation classes for those who wish to further their Spanish in a more informal setting.
Volunteers can join the following activities during the volunteer program:
Our local team can book the following activities for you in advance on the weekends.
Short day trips:
Full weekend trips:
© 2022 GOECO | All rights reserved
Develop & Design | Msite
