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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
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
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
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
My marketing internship with Proyecto Peru was one of the most enriching learning experiences of my life. It challenged me personally and professionally, pushed me out of my comfort zone, and helped me grow in ways I didn’t expect.
During or after medical study, most students are required to do an internship. Internships are globally highly encouraged and are becoming more and more populair to get experience and gain knowledge and confidence. Especially in the medical field, internships are crucial to to becoming comfortable in challenging environments. This time is an opportunity to develop … Read more
A trip to Peru is not complete without visiting the ancient Inca capital, Cusco. Set at more than 3,000 meters above sea level, it is definitely worth spending a few days in the city. Not least to get used to the altitude. Luckily, there are plenty of things to do and historical sites to visit in Cusco so you won’t be bored!
If you want to experience South America, Peru is the place to be. A trip through Peru takes you past colonial cities, bustling local markets, the rugged Andes mountains, vast desert landscapes and villages where time seems to have stood still. Add to that famous highlights such as Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain and the mysterious Nazca lines and you’ll understand why Peru is on the bucket list of many travelers. We have collected all our experiences to create this ultimate travel guide to Peru. A fantastic journey where you will taste the diversity of Peru every day!
Please note this article was published in March 2020, prices, availability and access offered may have changed.
Are you excited about going to Peru and starting to think about what you want to do when you arrive in Cusco? There are so many nice spots to visit and capture with your camera. On the internet you probably already found information about Machu Picchu with cloudless photos. But there are so many more things to do. So where do you start?
When you are travelling to Peru and preparing your trips, you must have seen the “Boleto Turístico” at some point of your search. Doesn’t ring a bell? Keep reading and we will explain you all you need to know about the “Boleto Turístico”. 😀
As you’re getting reading for your trip to Peru, it might be time to pack your suitcase, which always causes headaches. When you are preparing for an adventurous trip, you mostly think about clothing or gear. Then other problems arise: “This is waaaay too much!”, “Is this even enough?”, “What do I wear if I go hiking?“. This is why Proyecto Peru shares this checklist: what to bring to Peru with you to avoid transforming in either one of these two types: