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Amazon Rainforest Conservation
Experience
Volunteer
Destination
Peru
Duration
2 to 8 weeks
Ages
18 to 85
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Trip overview
Peru – a pearl of South America.
Home to a strong indigenous population that has called this land home for centuries, modern-day Peru celebrates a mix of cultures dating back to the days of Spanish colonialism.
The mystical Andean mountain range forms a spine down the middle of the country, with coastal plains stretching west towards the Pacific Ocean. To the east lies your destination for this trip: the Amazon Rainforest.
Known as the “Lungs of the Earth,” the Amazon Rainforest is under threat due to rampant deforestation by large corporations and governments. This is the purpose of your trip – conserving and reforesting the greatest rainforest on the planet.
Break out of your day-to-day routine and embark on an adventure that will make the world a better place and help you grow as a person.
On this all-inclusive volunteer trip, not only do you get to live and volunteer with a trusted partner organisation in Peru, when you go with Global, you get:
- Volunteer project placement – Guarantee your spot at our screened and vetted project partner in Peru. Start your volunteer journey without spending months searching for a reputable organisation on the other side of the world.
- Comfortable accommodation – Stay at a homestay with a local family in Cusco before heading to your dormitory-style accommodation in the jungle.
- Program orientation – Spend your first night in Cusco for your comprehensive project orientation. Learn essential program rules, safety procedures, and project-specific tips. End your day with a walking tour to get a lay of the land.
- Meals – Jungle conservation is hungry work, but you won’t be starving with 3 seasonal meals a day prepared fresh by the project staff.
- And much more!
There’s nothing like jumping into the deep end to tackle a problem hands-on, and this is exactly what you’ll be doing on this trip.
You’ll spend your time ‘off-the-grid’ at a conservation site in the Amazon Rainforest. You’ll be helping the project staff with various tasks depending on their current needs – but you can be sure you’ll be knee-deep in the Amazon Rainforest for 4-8 hours a day from Monday to Saturday.
If you’ve had it with city life, you’re in luck! This project takes place in the rural parts of the Madre de Dios region, about 8-10 hours from Cusco. So it’s important to have some level of independence to thrive in this isolated jungle location.
And when you’ve had it with life in the jungle, Cusco is waiting to welcome you back to the modern world. A city so cool they slapped a UNESCO World Heritage Site title on it.
The traditional markets, festivals, and cuisine show off the blend of indigenous, European, and African influences that makes up modern-day Peru. Speaking of food, Peru is a highlight in South America. And Cusco is drool-central whether you’re fine dining with celebrity chefs or having a snack on the street.
You also have some of the most mystical mountain ranges in any direction you wander. As the gateway to Machu Picchu, you can reach this sacred site in 4-5 days on foot, or you could do a day trip with a tour guide if you’re not ready for a strenuous stroll in the Inca’s footsteps.
When you go with Global, you get the full experience for a fraction of the hassle. We offer the complete package for volunteering in the Amazon.
Our team will help you with the essentials you need to start your new journey with a bang! Including setting you up with a volunteering placement, securing your accommodation, and a whole lot more.
Inclusions
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Volunteer project placement
Comfortable accommodation
Airport pick-up
Meals
Dedicated Trip Coordinator
Personal Travel Concierge
Pre-Departure Guide
Program orientation in Cusco
Transportation to/from project site
Certificate of completion
Trip visa guidance
Ongoing local team support
Global Emergency Line
gWorld access
Social
Global Academy
Marketplace deals
$250 off your next trip
Qualification
To qualify for this trip you must meet the following requirements:
- Be between 18-85 years of age
- Be a citizen of an eligible country
- Have no criminal convictions in the past 5 years
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Purpose & impact
The main purpose of this trip is to assist with crucial reforestation and conservation projects in one of the largest and most globally significant rainforests on the planet.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will depend on the seasonal needs of the project. Some tasks you might engage in include:
- Reforesting the Amazon by planting trees, shrubs, and orchids
- Removing invasive, non-native bamboo from the jungle
- Monitoring wildlife by observing and counting species
- Organic gardening
- Trail maintenance
- Assisting with scientific research
- Conducting educational workshops with local communities
- Making repairs to the lodge or other buildings
- Teaching English to staff or community members (especially on rainy days)
You’ll contribute physically by planting vegetation in at-risk areas and create long-lasting change by educating the local community on how to care for the jungle for generations to come!
Accommodation & meals
Once you arrive in Cusco, you’ll be taken directly to your initial accommodation.
During your one-night orientation, you'll stay at a homestay with a pre-approved Peruvian family, located just a 10-25 minute walk or bus ride from the orientation institute. You’ll share your room with 1-3 people of the same gender, and breakfast and dinner are included.
After your orientation, you’ll travel by overnight bus and then by boat to reach the Madre de Dios region of Peru, where your volunteer duties will be based.
Accommodation at the volunteer site is dormitory-style, complete with bedding and a mosquito net. You’ll also receive three meals a day prepared fresh by the project staff. Meals are typically vegetarian and depend on seasonal availability.
Trip itinerary
Before you leave
Your volunteer placement – including accommodation and 3 meals a day – is confirmed and organised before you leave home.
Arrival
When you arrive at the airport in Cusco, your private transport will take you to your included homestay accommodation. This will be your home for one night during your orientation in Cusco.
Meet your fellow travellers and host family while you settle into your new home.
Day 1 & 2
Depending on when you arrive, your first day or two will be all about orientation and getting familiar with your surroundings. You’ll receive vital information about your role in the project and what to expect.
Ongoing
Once orientation is over, it's time to head out to your project site to get started. Your working hours and tasks will depend on the needs of the project, but you can expect to be volunteering for 4-8 hours per day, Monday to Saturday.
You’ll have one day off a week to relax or explore the area.
Once your trip’s over, you’re free to explore this incredible part of the world!
You could eat your way around Cusco, tick Machu Picchu off your bucket list, or whatever else your heart desires.
We’ll be in touch with you throughout your stay. If you ever need advice or support our team is available to answer your questions. And our Global Emergency Line (24 hours, Mon.-Fri.) will help with urgent matters.
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Why choose us
Travelling with Global means travelling with the best. We take care of pretty much everything so you don’t have to. You’ll arrive in Peru totally prepared with a plan of action and trusted people helping you along the way.
Our volunteer trips are designed to help you make a real change in critical causes around the world. All while experiencing off-the-beaten-path locations with passionate locals. Our goal is to save you time, money, and stress while eliminating the risk of returning home early. Here’s how we do it:
We’re on your side from the moment you get started.
You’ll be assigned a dedicated Trip Coordinator. They’ll guide you through the next steps and answer all your questions. They’ll also help you with the pesky visa. No guesswork – only the right paperwork, approved the first time, in your hands before you leave.
Your Personal Travel Concierge will help with flights, insurance, and any add-ons you’d like for your trip. These are real humans too – no robots here.
We maintain relationships with a huge network of screened and vetted partner organisations all over the world. We know they’re trustworthy and that you’re in good hands because of all the successful trips Global Travellers keep having with our partners.
Our team is well travelled so you can rely on our experience. We’re with you every step of the way.
Join 95,000+ travellers – giving us 10000+ 4 & 5 star reviews – by choosing Global to make your travel dreams come true.
Most travellers book their trip 6-12 months in advance. Dates are flexible, but spaces are limited. So if you’re serious about volunteering in Peru, don’t delay.
With our Book Now, Decide Later feature, you can get started with a small deposit today, and take a full year to choose your dates.
We’ll take over from there, helping you with visas, flights, accommodation, and setting you up with our partner in Peru.
This is the trip for you if you’re after the ultimate volunteering experience in Peru, complete with everything you need and ongoing support.
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How it works
1. Choose a trip style
Find your dream experience & destination, then secure your spot with a flexible & low deposit. Activate your gWorld to unlock some cool perks. Well done! The hardest part’s over!
2. We become friends
Book a time to meet your dedicated Trip Coordinator who knows all the ins & outs of your trip. They’ll be by your side and working behind-the-scenes to pull everything together.
3. Time to go!
We’ll get your tickets, accommodation & transfers ready. Our in-country team or partner will have everything prepared & waiting for your arrival. Get on the plane with no worries!
4. Global support
Never stress, knowing we’re there with you when you need us with ongoing & unlimited local team support. And just in case, we’ve got an emergency team on stand-by, 24 hours, Mon-Fri.
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The unexpected can happen sometimes. Can't travel right now? Swap your trip, gift it or save it for later with our Lifetime Deposit Guarantee.
Worldwide support
Know that someone is always ready to assist throughout the journey & they’re only a call, tweet, comment, text or double tap away, 24/5.
We're the experts
With over 10 years in the industry and a team of over 90 passionate pros, you can bet we know our stuff better than anyone else.
Partner network
We have over 1,200 partners around the globe, so we have access to plenty of exclusive opportunities to make your trip the best it can be.