Enjoy Peruvian Cooking, Culture & Local Life.
The experience
Would you like to learn how to prepare the delicious Peruvian cuisine?
This program includes:
Peruvian cooking (3 hours daily)
Interactive Spanish classes with total immersion 24/7 (optional)
City tour and visits to tourist spots
Comfortable private accommodation, surrounded by green areas and gardens, located in a strategic area, close to restaurants, markets, supermarkets, banks and public transport, 8 minutes from downtown.
Permanent Support
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What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Cleaning:
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Kitchen Hand:
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Cooking:
Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.
Social Work:
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 347
Per week
Fee pays for:
Benefits for travelers and Donation to project
Description:
The additional fee helps support our nonprofit organization and community projects, while also covering part of the costs generated by hosting volunteers.
This is a cultural exchange experience, not paid work or work in exchange for accommodation.
What you get
2 days off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Parties:
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours:
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Dance classes:
Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
The program offers a comprehensive cultural exchange experience, giving the traveler the opportunity to get to know Peru's customs, culture, gastronomy, traditions, and music up close. At the same time, their financial contribution is used to support access to education for school-age children from communities in vulnerable situations.
In this way, the participant not only experiences an authentic and enriching experience, but also generates a positive impact, contributing to educational development and to the future of those who need it most.
Activities & Shift
Spend 2–3 hours a day preparing authentic Peruvian meals with the family, visiting local markets for fresh ingredients, and sharing lunch with our family while discovering Peru’s rich gastronomy.
Want to practice Spanish? We can communicate in Spanish throughout the experience. Prefer English? We’re happy to adapt. The choice is yours!
Afternoons are perfect for exploring Huancayo and experiencing local culture.
Weekends are free, with optional paid tours to the breathtaking Mantaro Valley, the Peruvian jungle, and other amazing destinations, depending on the adventure you’d like to have.
Rules
Don't consume drugs or any toxic substances at home. Be respectful and empathetic with the family.