Helping the Dogs of Cusco 

Support the dogs cared for by Proyecto Peru Centre volunteers at Soy Callejeritos and help provide food, medical care, shelter and, most importantly, a safer, happier life. The one thing that unites all of the volunteering projects that Proyecto Peru supports is the genuine impact made by both volunteers and the inspirational local people who … Read more

How to Put Volunteering or an Internship on Your CV & Turn Your Experience into Career Success

Volunteering or completing an internship abroad can be much more than an opportunity to travel, experience a new culture or spend time in a different country. It can also help you develop practical skills, gain professional experience, explore a possible career and build stories that strengthen future job, university and postgraduate applications. However, simply writing … Read more

Ethical Volunteering in Cusco: Why Language Learning Matters

Volunteering abroad is often described as a life changing experience, offering people the opportunity to travel, give back to communities, and immerse themselves in a completely different culture. However, ethical volunteering in Cusco involves much more than simply showing up with good intentions. Building meaningful relationships and understanding the needs of a local community requires … Read more

What Should I Pack for My Volunteering Trip to Cusco? A Complete Packing Guide

So you have booked your trip, your start date is on the calendar, and a couple days from takeoff, you are staring at an empty backpack wondering what on earth to bring. If you are getting ready to spend time volunteering in Cusco, packing can feel surprisingly overwhelming. You are heading to a high-altitude city … Read more

What Volunteering in Cusco Really Looks Like

A Week in the Life of a Proyecto Peru Volunteer When people see themselves volunteering in Cusco, they often imagine something out of a travel brochure: pictures of smiling backpackers, snapshots of one of the wonders of the world (Machu Picchu), mountain backdrops, llamas on cobblestone streets, and the occasional shot of someone holding a … Read more

The Cost of Volunteering in Peru in 2026

Volunteer in Cusco, Peru plays with dogs

Volunteering abroad is often presented as a life-changing experience, and it definitely can be. Peru is one of the most popular destinations in South America for many volunteering-minded travelers, students, and gap-year adventurers. Its premier destination, Cusco, offers a unique combination of rich culture, fascinating history, welcoming communities, and easy access to some of the … Read more

Do I need to Speak Spanish to Volunteer in Cusco?

Cathedral in Cusco

Why Volunteer In Peru? Cusco, Peru is one of the most popular volunteer destinations in the world. It is a city incredibly rich with opportunities for both cultural and personal exploration. There are dozens of major museums, archaelogical sites and monuments just in the city itself and hundreds of sites in surrounding areas. It is … Read more

The Value of Spanish for Proyecto Peru Volunteers: Connect, Communicate, Contribute

Do you value authentic travel experiences and genuine connections with the people, culture, and language of the places you visit? Are you someone who seeks personal and academic growth through adventure — willing to step into the unfamiliar to discover more about yourself and the world? If this sounds like you: at Proyecto Peru you … Read more