NGO Cusco, Peru

5.0
(21 reviews)21

Live Like a Local in Cusco: Cultural Immersion with a Host Family

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
20 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Make a real social impact
19 travelers really felt their social impact working with this host
Immerse yourself in the local culture
18 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

10h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Teaching Languages
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Music
Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.
Arts
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 349

Per week

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities
  • Donation to project

Description

Your contribution helps cover accommodation, meals, local coordination and support, Spanish lessons, dance lessons and culturals activities, and materials for our programs. Part of your contribution also supports Corazón de los Apus and its community projects, helping us continue our work with children, families and local initiatives. We believe in a transparent exchange where your stay also creates a positive local impact.

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Discounts on Parties
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Pubs
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Pub Crawls
Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

Experience Cusco from the inside by sharing daily life with a local host family and immersing yourself in its culture, traditions and way of life. Practice Spanish in real-life situations and enjoy Salsa/Bachata classes as a way to connect with the local community through music and dance. Meet local people, discover Cusco and take part in social and cultural experiences while becoming part of the Corazón de los Apus community.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
  • Over 18 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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21 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

NGO

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 19 Creating true social impact
  • 18 Immersing in the local culture
  • 17 Meeting international travelers
  • 16 Meeting locals
  • 14 Practicing Spanish
  • 14 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 20 4. Quality education
  • 13 1. No poverty
  • 10 3. Good health and well-being
Benjamin

United States

5

Absolutely recommend! I had an amazing time with the Living with a Local program. I was welcomed as family and truly felt included in the cohort of volunteers. The kids were full of energy and was so fun to work with. Fun activities were planned and I was able to learn salsa and Spanish. I came in with no clue what was going to happen and left with lifelong friends, unforgettable experiences, and new skills.

10 days ago

Josie

United States

5

My stay in Cusco and working at the organization was truly unforgettable! Working with the kids was amazing, they are precious and so kind and truly welcomed me from my first day! We had so much fun together, along with all the amazing other volunteers, and I genuinely looked forward to every day at the school and getting to teach. There are so many amazing things to do in and around Cusco, and Coco and the team were so helpful in organizing those excursions and making sure that I experienced all the wonderful things the region had to offer! I would absolutely recommend!

about 2 months ago

Holly

New Zealand

5

10/10 experience! Right from the start the hosts made everything super clear and seamless. They were super helpful at organising weekend trips to explore the area and you have plenty of time before teaching to explore Cusco. Don't worry if your Spanish skills are limited- I spoke very little Spanish when I arrived but it was never an issue when interacting with the kids. The kids are so sweet and it is clear the positive impact this programme has on their livelihood. Combined with the great accommodation and welcoming family vibe from the other volunteers, this was an unforgettable trip!

about 2 months ago

Walden

United States

5

My time at the proyecto was awesome. The kids are so much fun to be around and their energy is incredible. Everyone at the proyecto works to make it easy to get to see Cusco and the surrounding areas in your free time and its a great place to meet volunteers from all around the world!

about 2 months ago

kristina

Slovakia

5

This was my first time doing an NGO and I am so happy I chose Corazón the organization. The people running this project are so kind and the kids will give you so much love. The acommodation is spacious and way more modern than what i've had in other places while volunteering. The work with kids is chill and you have a lot of free time to visit all the archeological and cultural sites around Cusco and of course the nature. Cusco is also such an interesting place to da volunteering I think it's a must! My Spanish got so much better thanks to working with the kids. It's also an amazing internship!

2 months ago

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