Volunteer in Peru - Join the thousands of volunteers who are making a meaningful difference with their lives.
- Feel what it’s like to know that someone else’s life has been made better because YOU were there
- Partner with others who know that a better world begins with changing a single life
- At $209, ours is the world’s most affordable volunteer program available
- Your safety is always our priority... every volunteer location has been thoroughly vetted
- Contribute in the way that is most meaningful to you... by volunteering in many life changing projects
Do you want to volunteer in Peru but are afraid you can’t afford the cost? Are you looking for a project to benefit the unfortunate communities?
Join volunteer in Peru program with other volunteers wanting to make a difference in this beautiful country. The Amazon, the Andes, and Lake Titicaca, Peru has so many beautiful sights.
You can explore this stunning county, immerse yourself in the colorful culture, all while making a better life for the unfortunate communities.
Many people live in extreme poverty in Peru, you can volunteer in Peru and make a positive difference by teaching English, helping in an orphanage, or even help with conservation projects.
All of these opportunities benefit the local people, enrich their lives, and help them to a brighter future.
These last six weeks of volunteering have been a truly amazing and life-changing & very wonderful experience for me.
Alexandra Miller
- USA
I had an excellent time, better than I ever could have imagined. Other volunteers were so nice and willing to help.
Leslie Slade
- Vermont, USA
I had a wonderful experience. I had the opportunity to teach children of all different ages.I am sad to leave!
Don Maddocks
- USA
My volunteer experience with IFRE has been unforgettable. It has opened my mind & heart. Staffs were very helpful.
Manko Blakely
- Germany
Available Opportunities to Volunteer in Peru
All of our volunteer projects are aimed at helping the people of Peru to have more opportunities at a better job to enrich their livelihood.
Orphanage Volunteer Opportunity in Peru
Volunteer in an orphanage in Peru and immerse yourself in Peru’s colorful culture.
Peru is distraught with the abundance of children that are abandoned as a result of poverty and disease. They desperately need help to continue providing a safe place for these children to learn, grow, and feel safe.
As a volunteer, you will help add brightness to the lives of these unfortunate orphaned children. These children are so precious and only want to be loved. You can help show these children the love and security they so deserve.
Required Training: Prior education or training is not required to volunteer in an orphanage in Peru. Being able to speak some Spanish will enhance your experience and enable you to communicate with the children and staff.
We encourage you to join one of our Spanish classes, but it is not mandatory. We desire you to be compassionate and flexible working with these ill-treated children.
Volunteer Tasks: Volunteers with the orphanage in Peru will work Monday – Friday 4 to 5 hours a day. Responsibilities will vary based on your skills and the needs of school.
You will teach basic English, assist the kids with their homework, plan and implement extracurricular activities, teach other subjects such as hygiene, health, or computer classes, and help with field trips. You might also be needed to help with fundraising activities.
Opportunities to teach English in Peru
Volunteer’s in Peru will be a part of the fight for better education.
The schools in Peru are seriously underfunded and lack the resources to teach English and other important subjects. Knowing how to communicate in English enables these children to have more chances for better jobs.
Overall, this will enrich their future and helping them to provide for their families.
You can help by spending your time volunteering to teach these disadvantaged children.
Requirements: Experience or specific skills are not required to volunteer to teach English in Peru. We request you to dress professionally with no excessive tattoos or piercings visible. We also desire you to be patient, flexible, and eager to teach.
Teacher Responsibilities: As a volunteer teaching, you will work 4 to 5 hours a day Monday – Friday. Your assignment will be based on your skills and the needs of the school.
You will be responsible for teaching basic English, other subjects such as math, science, health, and hygiene. You can also help plan additional activities like games, music, and arts. You might be asked to help with administration tasks and fundraising activities.
Schools in Peru are closed for winter and summer vacations. Volunteers can be placed with different projects.
Peru Healthcare Volunteer Opportunities
The hospitals and clinics in Peru are a vital to the low-income families. Without them, these families would have no healthcare at all.
To makes matters worse, these clinics are struggling to stay afloat due to lack of resources for up to date equipment and staffing. You can help by becoming a medical volunteer in Peru. You will learn so much all while helping these unfortunate people.
Requirements: To volunteer in our medical projects in Peru, you do not need any experience or education. But you must be able to handle working and seeing blood.
If you have medical education with the proper documentation, you can participate with simple tasks. We prefer you to have a basic knowledge of the Spanish language, but it is not mandatory.
We love our volunteers to be eager, compassionate, and proactive!!
Volunteer Tasks: Medical volunteers in Peru will have a multitude of tasks. They will vary depending on your background and the needs of the clinics.
Depending on your qualifications you can assist with lab work, triage, pharmacy tasks, basic patient care, administrative duties, observing the doctors and nurses, and much more. Doctors with proper qualifications and documentation can treat patients.
Peru Summer Volunteer Abroad Program
The summer volunteer program in Peru runs from June – July. You will spend your time working with disadvantaged children and communities. In your free time you can explore the ancient ruins, the Peruvian history, and all the cultural activities.
Welcome And Orientation (1 Day)
Our local staff organizer will greet you, provide you with a basic orientation, and get you settled into your accommodations. You will take a placement test to ensure you are placed where you will flourish the most.
Community Service Project (21 Days)
The second part of the summer volunteer program puts you working at the orphanages. You will teach English for a couple hours a day and help teach them proper hygiene such as brushing their teeth and showering. This phase is extremely rewarding to you and the children.
Exploration Of Peru (7 Days)
The third and final phase of the summer volunteer program in Peru is the exploration of Peru. Here you will explore the fascinating scenery from mountains of Machu Picchu to the Amazon River Basin. You can experience the culture, join the festivities, or shop till you drop! There is something for everyone!
Volunteer Program Fees & Dates:
Volunteer Program Dates
Most programs are available year-round. We recommend volunteers begin their placements on a Monday, scheduling their arrival and departure on the weekends. However, due to flight availability, particularly traveling internationally, start dates are flexible.
We ask that all volunteers ensure to communicate their arrival and departure plans clearly to their country coordinator to ensure transportation and accommodations are properly arranged.
Volunteer Program Fees
IFRE Volunteers strives to provide the lowest fees along with transparency to all of their volunteers!
- Most Affordable fees
- Registered non-profit for tax deductible fees
- Transparent transactions ensures volunteers they know where their money goes
- Proven quality and safety
IFRE Volunteers is proud to offer the world’s most affordable fee for international volunteering and as a 501(c)3 organization, your program fee will be tax deductible.
We are proud to focus on the humanitarian aspect of our business, not on profit. We strive to maintain affordable cost, particularly for volunteers; we recognize the value of your donated time and efforts. We remain devoted to maintaining both the quality of the program and the safety of all volunteers involved.
IFRE fees comprise of two separate fees:
- Application fee of $299 USD (covers advertising, staff/office expenses, etc.)
- Weekly program fee paid directly to your project (covers room/board, field support, etc).
You will pay your fee directly to host families and projects. In this way, what you pay will go directly from you to the people who deserve it (not for profit).
Volunteer Program Fee (US$)
| Duration | All Other Projects | Medical/Dental project |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Week | $209 | $234 |
| 2 Weeks | $343 | $368 |
| 3 Weeks | $427 | $502 |
| 4 Weeks | $511 | $586 |
| 5 Weeks | $620 | $670 |
| 6 Weeks | $704 | $754 |
| 7 Weeks | $788 | $838 |
| 8 Weeks | $872 | $922 |
| 9 Weeks | $981 | $1,006 |
| 10 Weeks | $1,065 | $1,090 |
| 11 Weeks | $1,149 | $1,174 |
| 12 Weeks | $1,233 | $1,258 |
- Comprehensive Travel Insurance $3.49/day »
- Airport Pickup and Transfer $20.00
- Group Spanish language class $75/W (mandatory for medical project)
- $25/week surcharge for medical project
- Summer volunteer and adventure: $2069
Additional costs for volunteers: International flights, passport, visa, personal beverage expenses, entertainment, local transportation, laundry, telephone and immunizations.
Arrangement Of Room/Food/Supervision
Volunteers in our programs in Peru will be housed with a host family. Host families are a great way to immerse yourself in the Peruvian culture. They provide a safe place to stay and will provide you with 3 local cooked meals a day.
They are available at all times day or night for your questions or concerns. Our goal is to provide you with an awesome, rewarding time here.
