Animal Shelter Trujillo, Peru

5.0
(18 reviews)18

๐Ÿถ Help transform the lives of rescued dogs on Huanchaco beach.

Help a sustainable project
11 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
15 travelers really felt their social impact working with this host
Connect with the locals
13 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

4h

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.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

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Amount

US$ 8

Per day

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Description

8$ is the cost for the lodging where you will stay; we don't have a house to accommodate you, that is why the lodging we will recommend has that cost already with the discount.

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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.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Discounts on Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Accommodation
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Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
2 months

The Experience

๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿพ Huanchaco Rescue Volunteer Program ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŒŠ Can you imagine waking up by the sea, surrounded by dogs full of love and joy? At Huanchaco Rescue we care for 40 rescued dogs, all vaccinated and seeking new opportunities in life. Our shelter is not only a safe space for them, but also a place where every volunteer leaves lasting marks of love and solidarity. ๐Ÿ’™ Come, connect with nature, the sea, and the ๐Ÿพ

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
  • Between 20 and 57 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Be from outside Peru

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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18 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Animal Shelter

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 15 Creating true social impact
  • 13 Meeting locals
  • 11 Practicing Spanish
  • 10 Immersing in the local culture
  • 8 Get in touch with nature
  • 8 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 8 15. Life on land
  • 7 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 5 17. Partnerships for the goals
Alejandro

Canada

5

Ursula is a phenomenal human being who is passionate about helping dogs in her community. Seeing her work in advocacy for better resources for dogs in the shelter and seeing her take care of the dogs was truly inspiring. The work is hard and can be dirty but it can be very rewarding. The two weeks I spent volunteering at the shelter was very rewarding. ยกGracias, Ursula!

15 days ago

Natalia

Canada

5

Volunteering at the shelter rescate was very fulfilling: we could see the impact our efforts had on the dogs in care and on the wonderful people running the organization. We got to meet other volunteers and the locals who help out at the shelter. We stayed at a nearby hostel with a generous discount (private room or dorm were available). รšrsula is a kind and caring host, she made her expectations clear and was understanding and flexible when I wasn't feeling well and needed a day off. That being said, the work is not for the faint of heart: roll up your sleeves and get ready to be dirty!

15 days ago

Lauren

Australia

5

Uchi was an incredible host who went above and beyond to make me feel welcome in the shelter. She cares so much about the shelter and is doing amazing work within the community. I couldn't recommend this experience more.

about 1 month ago

Valerija

Italy

5

Uchi is an incredible host, she's always kind and helpful, it was really a pleasure meeting and working with her. This dog shelter has every kind of dog you can possibly imagine, and each one of them is super sweet! My days in the shelter passed so quickly, i loved staying there and we even took some of the doggies on a walk on the beach. I met other great volunteers and overall it was a great experience ๐Ÿฅฐ

2 months ago

soraya

Switzerland

5

Volunteering here was such an amazing and unforgettable experience! I loved every moment spent with the dogs โ€“ from the playful ones to the shy ones who slowly opened up. Each had their own personality, and it was beautiful to see them shine. You can really feel how much love and care they receive. Uchi has a big heart and made a real effort to include us and show us around. It felt more like being part of a family than just volunteering. I'm leaving with so many special memories and will truly miss all the doggies ( & cuddles)๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿพ

over 1 year ago

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