FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1.-What kind of volunteer work is available?
The volunteer opportunities are in teaching language skills, working in an orphanage, health project education, elderly, little children with disability, tutoring and advancing literacy, teacher assistants, home stay, cultural exchange, earthquake relief, community farming. Your placement will be tailored according to your individual needs and interests.

2.-When will I know specific details about my placement?
Placements are determined during your contact under consultation with the program coordinator so that requests and specific needs can be met with regards to both the volunteer and the needs of the community. As the situation in the country is constantly changing it is best to discuss your placement preferences during your contact period.

3.-Do I need to speak Spanish to become a volunteer?
No for some positions, but it would be helpful if you speak Spanish.

You must have an intermediate Spanish level for positions related with health care and Street children help programs. Please read carefully our volunteer information packet and write us for detailed information.

4.-What immunizations/vaccines will I need?

Diphtheria and tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Yellow fever, Rabies, Tuberculosis, Malaria (needs to be closely discussed with doctor).Some of these can be taken in oral form so please discuss with your doctor to see what is best for you. Some people can be affected quite differently to others by medication.

5.-When do I need to arrive in Peru?
In Peru our volunteering programs begin around the 1st and the 15th of each month so it would be good if you could arrive at least one day before your starting dates. However you may like to arrive earlier to settle yourself before volunteering begins.

6.-What are the living arrangements when volunteering?
You are provided with accommodation which is covered by the program fee. During the volunteering you will be accommodated in a home stay. Three meals a day are provided for you from Monday to Saturday. You are advised to buy your own bottled water.

7.-Are we able to do any sightseeing while volunteering?
Yes. You can choose to take a 2- 4 day break between volunteering. You are free to do as you please during this time. There are often other volunteers that want to do trekking or just see the local sights. You will however need to have reserve money for this time according to what you plan to do. You can survive on as little as $30 (U.S) a day in Peru. You can also spend much more if you want a bit of luxury before volunteering begins.

8.-Are there more expenses once I arrive?
No, While you are volunteering in Peru, only you will spend money in your own expenses. (coffee, internet, public transportation, party, phone calls, clothes, others).

 9.-How safe is it to volunteer in Peru?
Peru is generally a safe country. We work very hard to ensure you are placed in safe environments while volunteering.  

10.-How many volunteers are there on site at the same time?
This depends on how many people volunteer at any one time. Usually there are between 2 – 5 volunteers.

11.-What resources are available for teaching when I'm volunteering? Do I need to bring my own?
If you have resources that you think may be appropriate discuss this with us via email to see if you should bring them. Most likely anything you have will be of help as there will be limited resources.

12.-Are there any time of the year that I cannot volunteer?
No, you can volunteer at any time of the year. January, February, March are school holidays so placements are limited to areas where schools are open or where teaching can be done in learning centers. There are many festivals throughout the year which can interrupt your program, but which are also a good way of interacting with the culture.
 

13.-How do I pay my program fee?
A US 100.00 deposit is required to secure a place in our program and should be paid at the time of the application. We need you to pay the balance the first day of your placement arrival.

14.-What is your application process like?  

The application process is an easy process to ensure that we can successfully place you in a suitable volunteer assignment. You are advised to read our Terms and Conditions