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Animal Shelter Urubamba Province, Peru
Brand new rescue centre for stray dogs in Sacred Valley, Peru!
What you offer
6h
- Hours per day
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Animal Care
- Help look after and take care of animals.
- Social Work
- Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
- Building & Repairing
- Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
- Gardening
- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
- 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$ 4
Per day
Fee pays for
- Benefits for travelers
- Materials for volunteer activities
- Donation to project
Description
The fee for a Volunteer Stay with us is $50 USD in total, whether your stay is 2 weeks or longer. Your stay will be confirmed once you pay your $50 fee. Please pay by using our secure Paypal Donation account: https://www.colitasconcanas.org/make-a-donation This will help us with the costs of purchasing and maintaining volunteer amenities and facilities, utilities, wifi, and basic food ingredients.
What you get
2
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Shared Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
- Use our equipped kitchen
- Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
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- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Mar
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May
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Jul
Aug
- Stay at least
- 2 weeks
- Stay up to
- 12 weeks
The Experience
We are a new rescue centre for stray dogs in the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Peru. This is an exciting time to get involved with us. We need help with: the daily operation of the rescue centre, hosting tours of the shelter for visitors, and working with the local population to raise awareness in dog welfare.
Learn moreRequirements
- Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
- Over 18 years old
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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32 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Animal Shelter
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 20 Meeting international travelers
- 18 Get in touch with nature
- 16 Creating true social impact
- 14 Developing social awareness
- 13 Meeting locals
- 13 Immersing in the local culture
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 10 17. Partnerships for the goals
- 8 15. Life on land
Eugene
Singapore
Emily has definitely built something special in Urubamba. Despite various challenges and constraints, they have created a home for >30 dogs, where they can all live and play worry-free with each other while also receiving lots of affection from us humans. The work, which revolves around feeding and cleaning after the dogs (and a couple of cats), can be intense, but there was also ample time to chill. My wife and I had a memorable two weeks atthe shelter, privileged to be in the company of the dogs and to receive the warm hospitality of Emily and Louise (the volunteer manager).
3 months ago
Nikki replied
Eugene and Adelle were fantastic volunteers. They are self-motivated and organized. Eugene’s photography, especially the Christmas photos, was a wonderful contribution. Adelle’s veterinary skills were invaluable in caring for the dogs. Plus, her pancakes were legendary! They were a true blessing to the team and are welcome back anytime. 🐾✨
Gráinne
Ireland
I've had such an amazing experience at the shelterwith Emily and all the other volunteers (so much so I will be extending my stay for even longer!). Emily has an amazing vision for her project to impact Public Health and Education in addition to rescuing so many of these amazing dogs and I'm so glad to have been a part of it. It goes without saying the dogs are great, but so are the people and you'll have a brilliant time here! If you're interested in language exchange it's another reason to love it here as there are so many opportunities to practice Spanish!
6 months ago
Nikki replied
Thank you Gráinne for all your help! You are extremely dedicated, trustworthy, and have a talent for management. You go above and beyond your duties, take initiative and work work well in a team environment. We give you 20 stars out of 10 for sure! You would be an absolute asset to any team!
Romane
France
I've stayed only two weeks at the shelterbut I wished I could have stayed longer ! I felt really good there and it is mainly because it felt like a home. Basically you live with the dogs, take care of them (food, cleaning, hugs !) but apart from the feeding time which is fixed, you can organise the rest of your day as you want so life was super chill, especially after 3 months of backpacking non-stop. I was reading under the sun while petting dogs, walking dogs in the moutains (the place is gorgeous!) ... Emily is super flexible, open and easy going. Life is simple and good there !
8 months ago
Nikki replied
Thank you Romane for your lovely review! We really enjoyed your company, your help around the shelter and the dogs miss all your attention and affection! We wish you many more wonderful volunteer experiences!
Jon
Germany
My time at the shelterwas the best time of my life. Emily and the other volunteers directly welcomed me as if I am part of their family. The tasks make a lot of fun, are always well explained and you still get lots of free time, so I was able to go on trips to Maccu Piccu, Cusco and Rainbow Mointains. In the evenings We watched movies, played games or went to the brewery. But the best thing here are the dogs! They are very lovely and want attencion all day. If I could, I would adopt every single one! All in all I just can recommend everyone to get part of this beautiful project!
9 months ago
Nikki replied
Thank you Jon for your positive attitude, enthusiasm and all the love you gave to our dogs!
Jade
Canada
My time at the shelterwas incredible! You will truly fall in love with each dog that is sheltered here! I teared up a little saying my farewells to all the lovely dogs and puppies! Meeting all the wonderful travellers was a true blessing! And I will miss Urubamba and the nature that surrounds the facility! Emily is truly an admirable host and leader. Work, scheduling, and everything in between is flexible, and the team is willing to meet your needs. Just come prepared to give lots of love to the dogs and with lots of layers because it gets really cold at night!
10 months ago
Nikki replied
It was a pleasure to work with you on our project Jiwoo!
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