Volunteer in Peru with IVHQ | Top Rated, Low Cost Programs

Key information

Fully hosted experience from $330

Volunteer from 1 - 24 weeks

Ages 16+ and families

Based in Lima & Cusco

Projects align with UN Sustainable Development Goals

Impact driven projects run by locals

B Corporation certified organization

Explore magical Machu Picchu

Volunteer opportunities in Peru

Amazon Jungle Conservation in Cusco

Volunteer on the Amazon Jungle Conservation project in Cusco, Peru with IVHQ

Conserves the environment

6-7 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $905

Duration: 2 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in the Amazon rainforest
Volunteers aged 18+

An immersive and off-the-beaten-track experience based in the heart of the Peruvian jungle. Volunteers help to conserve the natural environment and the animals that live there.

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Andean Immersion in Cusco

Volunteer on the Community Support project with IVHQ in Lima, Peru

Develops cross-cultural learning

Up to 6 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $548

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in a remote village in the Andes
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

A culturally immersive volunteer project, living with families in a rural community and experiencing life as a local. Help families with all aspects of work and domestic chores.

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Animal Care in Cusco

Volunteer on the Animal Care project with IVHQ in Cusco, Peru

Protects animals

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $453

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
At a dog shelter, zoo or alpaca farm
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Assist in either a dog shelter, alpaca farm, or rescue zoo for exotic animals. Help to care for and play with animals, in settings where your input makes a significant difference to their hopes for adoption.

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Animal Care in Lima

Volunteer on the Animal Care project in Lima, Peru with IVHQ

Protects animals

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $330

Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Programs start the first and third Monday of the month
Based in dog shelters in Lima
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Assist in a local dog shelter, helping staff with day-to-day tasks including feeding, playing, cleaning and shelter upkeep. Dog abandonment is an issue in Lima, but shelters can play a big role in helping animals be rehoused.

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Archaeology in Cusco

Volunteer on the Archaeology project in Cusco, Peru with IVHQ

Conserves the environment

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $548

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Urubamba Valley in the Andes mountain range
Volunteers aged 18+

An incredible and unique opportunity to safeguard the ancient marvels of the Inca Empire, preserving their rich heritage for future generations.

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Childcare in Cusco

Volunteer on the Childcare project in Cusco, Peru with IVHQ

Increases access to education

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $453

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in community centers, schools & kindergartens
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Assist in-demand childcare providers and enable them to give better care and attention to children from low-income communities.

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Childcare in Lima

Volunteer on the Childcare project in Lima, Peru with IVHQ

Increases access to education

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $330

Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Programs start the first and third Monday of the month
Based in pre-schools and childcare centers
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

A great project for those wanting to be involved in all aspects of childcare. Assist centers, often in low income areas, with day-to-day operations, from helping with care and education to organizational assistance.

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Christmas Holiday Experience in Cusco

Volunteer on the Holiday Experience project in Cusco, Peru with IVHQ

Increases access to education

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $548

Duration: 1 - 2 weeks
Only available the weeks of Christmas and New Years
Based in and around Cusco
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help in a wide range of volunteer projects over Christmas and New Year. Perfect for those wanting to experience the holidays abroad, while helping out where it’s needed most.

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Community Support in Lima

Supports community development

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $330

Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Programs start the first and third Monday of the month
Based at projects in and around Lima
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

For volunteers who want to make the biggest difference and don’t mind what type of project they’re doing, you can help on a range of community-based initiatives in schools and centers for children and vulnerable people. Placements are allocated based on the ones that need help the most.

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Construction and Renovation in Cusco

Volunteer on the Construction and Renovation project with IVHQ in Cusco, Peru

Supports community development

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $548

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based at community centers, schools & clinics
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Volunteer to help under-funded community building projects through to completion. Help with projects in schools, clinics and centers that can go on to host their own worthy causes.

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Construction and Renovation in Lima

Volunteer on the Construction and Renovation project with IVHQ in Lima, Peru

Supports community development

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $370

Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Programs start the first and third Monday of the month
Based in Lima with placements in Pachacutec
Volunteers aged 16+

Assist families in low-income communities with much-needed repair work to makeshift homes and community buildings. A hands-on project that anyone can get involved in.

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Dentistry in Cusco

Volunteer on the Medical project in Cusco with IVHQ

Improves health & wellbeing

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $548

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Set in local dental & health clinics
Eligible volunteers aged 18+

Assist local dentists, hygienists, orthodontists, and their patients in dental and health clinics within low income communities.

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Eco-Agriculture Conservation in Cusco

Volunteer on the Eco-Agriculture Conservation project in Cusco, Peru with IVHQ

Conserves the environment

4-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $548

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in a remote rural village
Volunteers aged 18+, and 16+ accompanied

Immersed in a cloud forest in the highlands, volunteers help the livelihoods of local farmers by maximizing their harvests. Assist with seasonal tasks and help to implement sustainable practices.

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Medical Campaign in Cusco

Custom groups only

Volunteer on the Medical Campaign project in Cusco with IVHQ

Improves health & wellbeing

4 hours volunteering per day

Set Program Fee of $702

Set duration of 1 week
Programs start every Monday
Based around Cusco
Volunteers aged 18+

A project designed for volunteers traveling in groups of 8 or more, involving roving outreach campaigns delivering basic healthcare in local communities. Campaigns are customizable to your experience and specialty and aim to bring health services to locals in the comfort of their own neighborhoods.

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Medical Outreach in Lima

Volunteer on the Medical project in lima with IVHQ

Improves health & wellbeing

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $370

Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Programs start the first and third Monday of the month
Work with health promotion campaigns
Volunteers aged 18+

Help to bring medical campaigns to low income communities, assisting with checkups, evaluations and education to children and adults across parts of Lima where healthcare is less accessible.

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Medical and Healthcare in Cusco

Volunteer on the Medical and Healthcare project in Cusco with IVHQ

Improves health & wellbeing

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $548

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Set in hospitals, clinics, and assisted living facilities
Eligible volunteers aged 18+

Assist local professionals in a wide range of specialist departments in clinics within low income communities. This program is open to volunteers from pre-medical/pre-nursing to fully qualified.

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Special Needs Care in Cusco

Volunteer on the Special Needs Care project with IVHQ in Cusco, Peru

Improves health & wellbeing

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $548

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in centers for people with disabilities
Volunteers aged 18+

Assist in centers for disabled children or the elderly, providing care to alleviate the workload of local staff and their families.

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Teaching English in Cusco

Volunteer on the Teaching English project in Cusco, Peru with IVHQ

Increases access to education

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $453

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in schools and community organizations
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help to teach English to local children and adults, equipping them with vital language skills that help them to find employment in the booming local tourism sector.

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Teaching English in Lima

Volunteer on the Teaching English project in Lima, Peru with IVHQ

Increases access to education

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $330

Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Programs start the first and third Monday of the month
Based in schools and community centers
Volunteers aged 16+

Contribute your language skills as a lead or assistant teacher in schools and language institutes in the outskirts of Lima, where native English speakers aren’t often available for students to learn from.

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Women's Empowerment in Cusco

Two IVHQ volunteers with a Peruvian woman at the Women's Empowerment project in Peru - Cusco

Supports gender equality

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $453

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in non-profit organizations and community centers
Volunteers aged 18+ and families

Join a transformative movement in Cusco empowering women and advancing gender equality. Volunteers support local initiatives that promote education, rights, and opportunities for women and girls in rural communities. Empower others while growing yourself!

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What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience

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Haydee Stevens

My three weeks volunteering in Cusco with International Volunteer HQ gave me far more than I ever expected. I gained a deeper sense of connection—to the community, to the culture, and to myself. Being welcomed into local projects, working alongside the on‑the‑ground team, and forming genuine relationships with people from all over the world reminded me how powerful it is when humans show up for one another.

If someone is hesitant about joining the program, I’d say this: you don’t need to feel “ready” or have everything perfectly planned. What matters is your willingness to learn, to contribute, and to be open to experiences that will stretch and inspire you. The support from the local team is incredible, the work is meaningful, and the personal growth is real. It’s one of those rare opportunities where you give a little and receive so much in return.

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Bethany Tate

This was my first solo travel abroad and I’ve connected with so many people - locals and other travellers, I was able to be my best most genuine self and by volunteering I felt like I was able to give back to this community that was providing for me such an unforgettable experience. I’d go again in a heartbeat.

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Carla Vidal Sabate

It's okay to be nervous at first, especially if you're volunteering in a country that you're unfamiliar with. However, try your best to fully immerse yourself in both the volunteering and the culture because you will gain and learn so much from it. It will be an experience that you will carry in your heart forever and one that you can use to inspire others so they can do the same.

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Jaime Cochran

My study abroad program in Peru was so awesome. I had the pleasure of interacting with so many different locals, and working with the local team to make a positive impact daily, no matter how small. My language and social skills were challenged, and I am so grateful to have been hosted by such a hospitable nation.

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Popular tours & experiences in Peru

Take your volunteer experience to the next level with these popular tours and experiences. Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Peru program.

Full day Paracas & Huacachina Tour

Discover the stunning beauty of Paracas and Huacachina from sailing the waters to exploring towering sand dunes and thrilling sandboarding adventures!

$177

Lake Titicaca Tour (2 nights/1 day)

Prepare to be in awe of this unique landscape and surroundings on this overnight tour!

$152

Machu Picchu Full Day Explorer Tour

Discover the ancient “Lost City of the Incas” without the stress of planning. This budget-friendly, full-day tour is designed to get you from Cusco to the heart of the Andes and back, all while soaking in the history of Peru’s most iconic landmark.

$388

Full day Paracas & Huacachina Tour

Discover the stunning beauty of Paracas and Huacachina from sailing the waters to exploring towering sand dunes and thrilling sandboarding adventures!

$177

Machu Picchu Full Day Tour

Discover the ancient “Lost City of the Incas” without the stress of planning. This budget-friendly, full-day tour is designed to get you from Cusco to the heart of the Andes and back, all while soaking in the history of Peru’s most iconic landmark.

$374

Rainbow Mountain Hike

Experience the magic of Cusco’s Rainbow Mountain tour!

$67

Lake Titicaca Tour (2 nights/1 day)

Prepare to be in awe of this unique landscape and surroundings on this overnight tour!

$152

Machu Picchu Full Day Explorer Tour

Discover the ancient “Lost City of the Incas” without the stress of planning. This budget-friendly, full-day tour is designed to get you from Cusco to the heart of the Andes and back, all while soaking in the history of Peru’s most iconic landmark.

$388