Take Part
In our Teaching and Cultural Immersion Program in the Andes
We are looking for enthusiastic, committed volunteers to work in one of South America’s most culturally rich locations! “Teach and Inspire” is a volunteer opportunity conducted by and for travelers, people that want to connect with the local community and for anyone who wants to help empower youth and discover the Andes’ unique beauty. Join us, help support our rural schools, and broaden the children’s horizons; help bring language skills to life and open doors to a brighter future for the students.
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Learn everything about Inca heritage, Peruvian life and the breathtaking landscapes of the Sacred Valley!
Highlights
- Empower under-resourced Andean students (ages 6-16) with creative, activity-based English lessons.
- Live with a Quechua-speaking host family and experience authentic Sacred Valley life, an authentic deep experience!
- Gain first-hand insight into rural education challenges and design your own lesson plans and games.
- Weekends free to explore Cusco, Machu Picchu or high-altitude trekking routes. This whole area is amazing!
- Pre-trip guidance, 24/7 in-country support and a volunteer certificate included.
About the Program
Inspire young minds, support the community and make a difference! Our teaching volunteer program in Peru offers more than just an adventure. Help us create opportunities for rural children!
Especially good for
Age 18+
Groups
Families
Couples
Singles
50+
Teach, Learn, and Make a Difference in Peru’s Sacred Valley! Combine your desire to help with a passion for travel in one of the most breathtaking spots in the Andes!
Lead interactive community classes, sharing general knowledge both ways, while living with a Quechua host family and exploring Peru’s Sacred Valley.
Bring the energy of the classroom to one of Peru’s most remote mountain schools and see curiosity blossom where resources are scarce.
Every weekday morning, you’ll create or adapt lesson plans, lead small-group tutoring sessions, and incorporate vocabulary into songs, sports, and educational games…
Typical day
A Typical Volunteering Week
While our programs are flexible and can be adapted to your needs, here’s an example of a typical day during your volunteer experience:
Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
7:30 AM – Breakfast with your host family
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Volunteer work at the local school
12:00 PM – Lunch with your host family
1:00 PM onward – Free time to relax or explore the local area
6:30 PM – Dinner with your host family
Saturday & Sunday
Weekends and Free Time
Weekends are free, giving volunteers the opportunity to unwind or explore nearby areas. Many use the weekends to visit local attractions or simply enjoy the peaceful rhythm of rural life.
Long weekends are perfect for discovering iconic destinations such as Machu Picchu, Colca Canyon, or Lake Titicaca.
We organize meaningful tours for our volunteers, so just let us know where you’d like to go, and we’ll help make it happen!
Free-time activities
- Sports
- Yoga/Meditation
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Riding
Discover Peru's Endless Adventures in Your Free Time!
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Yoga
Hiking
Climbing
Horse Riding
Activities:
- Yoga
- Climbing
- Horse riding
- Hiking
- Sports
Explore:
- Sacred Valley
- Ollantaytambo's
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✅ On-site Services
Your investment is divided as follows: 42% for accommodation and meals, 18% for the 24-hour local team, 12% for school materials and improvements, 15% for logistics and preparation (8% transportation + 7% training), 9% for community impact and safety (5% emergency fund + 4% micro-grants), and 4% for monitoring and auditing. Each portion ensures simple comfort, well-equipped classes, and ongoing support for the community.
✅ Airport Pickup at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
Fly into Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco any Sunday between 06:00 and 19:00. Our driver will meet you inside the arrivals hall, help with luggage and transfer you (≈20 min) to your hostel in the historic center. There you’ll spend two acclimatization nights, meeting fellow volunteers before we shuttle the group to the Sacred Valley. If your flight arrives outside the stated window, we can arrange a private pick-up for a small extra fee. Return airport transfers are optional and can be booked with us as well.
✅ Internet Access
Good access at the project site
✅ Accommodation
Living with a rural family in Peru’s Sacred Valley offers a genuine immersion into Andean culture. Surrounded by mountains and fields, volunteers join the community’s daily life, learning local customs, and sharing meals made from fresh, homegrown ingredients. The experience blends simplicity, warmth, and an authentic connection with nature and the traditions of the Quechua people.
You’ll have your own room with complete privacy!
The bathroom will be outside the room.
In addition, you’ll have the rest of the house to yourself, sharing it with the local family.
✅ Food & Beverages
You’ll share three home-cooked meals a day with your Quechua host family; think quinoa porridge or fresh fruit for breakfast; hearty soups and rice-and-veg stews at lunch; and evenings of pollo a la brasa, lentils or stuffed peppers straight from the family garden. Filtered drinking water is always provided, and tea made from local muña or coca leaves helps with the altitude. Vegetarian, vegan and most allergy-friendlydiets can be accommodated with prior notice, but expect simple, rustic fare sourced from nearby markets and the family’s own fields.
❌ Flight Tickets
The nearest airport is Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cuzco. We assist you to find cheap flights to Peru.
❌Travel Insurance
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft – a travel insurance for Peru provides security and is a plus to have.
❌ Vaccines
If you are intending to volunteer in Peru you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Peru.
Requirements to take part of this opportunity
Check all of the requirements necessary to take part in this incredible experience.
Time Commitment
Monday-Friday
from 08:00-14:00
Nationality Restrictions
No restrictions
Program fees
The following is a breakdown of the weekly fees for this experience.
4 weeks (min. stay)
1.479€
8 weeks
2.894€
12 weeks
4.287€
50 weeks (max stay)
17.862€
Average fees
363€/week
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Program fees
- 363€ per week
- 4 - 50 weeks
- Age: 18 - 50+
Payment methods:
Duration
4 – 50 weeks
Deposit
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don’t have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Final Payment
Your final payment will be agreed with NewProjectOwnership during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Social Impact
4.9
Safety
4.9
Support
4.9
Free Time
4.8
Value
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