Contact Page - Volunteer Programs in Cusco, Peru

ACUPARI Language School -- immersion courses in Spanish, Quechua & German:
Immerse yourself in a volunteer project in Cusco as an extension of your ACUPARI Spanish course! What better way is there to know a place, the people, and the culture then volunteering! As a volunteer, your work is a valuable contribution to our community. Volunteering will give you the unique opportunity to live and work with native people and learn their culture first hand.

So no matter how brief your volunteer experience, you can make a difference. The gift you receive will be life long memories and a deep insight into the social and cultural reality. There are volunteer positions available, beginning with a minimum of 2 weeks up to 2 months or more…

There are a variety of options for your volunteer position. You can spend time with children in a children´s hospital, orphanage, day care center, neighborhood library, or street project. There are positions in several hospitals, and even in an institution for the blind.

Qualifications and Requirements
The most important qualification that any volunteer can bring to their volunteer position is the willingness to help others and the desire to make a difference. For the majority of the position no special knowledge or skill is needed. Where required, the exact qualifications and skills required will be listed.

What level of Spanish is required?
For most positions, a basic level of Spanish is required. The two week course that you will complete with ACUPARI will give you the basics and more for your volunteer position.

Is there a minimum age for volunteers?
Yes, all volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.

Is there a minimum work period?
Yes, we ask anyone interested in a volunteer position to devote a minimum of at least 2 weeks to the project.