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Learn Traditional Peruvian Folk Dances & Experience AndeanCulture

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The experience

Important Update: This volunteer opportunity is currently based in Huancayo, Peru. Discover the magic of the Peruvian Andes through its colorful folk dances, traditional music, festivals, and local customs. Live with our community at Pachamama House, practice your Spanish, and experience authentic Andean culture. If you wish, you’ll also have the opportunity to learn traditional Peruvian dances while supporting our NGO and creating unforgettable.


What you offer

9 hours of help per week

Music: Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

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: We contribute to delivering school materials, clothes, shoes, and medical assistance to children who live within vulnerable populations from low-income families. Volunteers contribute 347 USD per week to cover food expenses, maintenance, and financing of our organization.


What you get

4 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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

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.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely


Requirements

Beginner Spanish or Beginner English

Between 20 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of the Peruvian Andes while supporting our NGO in Huancayo. Experience authentic local life, traditional folk dances, colorful festivals, delicious Peruvian cuisine, and meaningful cultural exchange. Live with our community, practice your Spanish, and create unforgettable memories while making a positive impact.


Activities & Shift

* Experience traditional Peruvian folk dances and local festivals.
* Learn about Andean culture, traditions, and daily life.
* Practice Spanish with local families and our team.
* Participate in cultural exchange activities.
* Support community and environmental projects when needed.
* Share your own culture, skills, and ideas with our community.


Rules

Be respectful to everyone and local traditions. no smoking or illegal drugs.