Peru Experience

  Peru

• Cusco: 
Cusco
• All Other Areas in Peru: 
Machu Picchu

Dates: The first Monday of each month

Description: Boasting stunning coastlines, lush rainforest and rugged mountains, Peru is a country rich in diversity and ripe for adventure. Your four week Peru Experience takes you to the heart of the ancient Incan Empire, starting with its vibrant capital, Cusco. Here you will experience an array of Incan and colonial architectural gems, culminating in a trip to the awe-inspiring Lost City of Macchu Picchu.

After selecting and spending time on one of our great volunteer projects, you'll head south to Lake Titicaca where you will lodge with indigenous islanders and marvel at the breathtaking landscapes that characterise the world's highest navigable lake.

* Week One - Introduction to Peru
This week will be an introduction to the Peruvian culture and the Spanish language and a chance to meet others on the project.

* Weeks Two and Three - Helping Local People
These weeks are spent helping on a volunteer project based within Cusco, the options include working at a local school, a local orphanage or a street children project.

* Week Four - Lake Titicaca
Take a trip to the highest navigable lake in the world. Enjoy an unforgettable boat trip over the world famous Lake Titicaca, visit the extraordinary reed islands and live with the villagers of one of the few inhabited islands.

Highlights: Your four week Peru Experience takes you to the heart of the ancient Incan Empire, starting with its capital, Cusco. The city is full of Incan and colonial architectural gems, which you'll have the opportunity to fully explore, as well as venturing out of the city to explore the Incan relics of the surrounding area, including the world famous Lost City, Machu Picchu. After taking part in one of our great volunteer projects, you'll be all set for an adventure on Lake Titicaca, where you will spend time with indigenous islanders and marvel at the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains.

Cost in US$: 4 weeks - GBP1,319; 4 weeks with Inca Trail - GBP1,649

* For information on what is not included please visit our website.

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Peru Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement:

Real Gap offer over 350 projects and travel options in over 35 countries over 6 continents. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap.

Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we are pretty keen on making sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisors have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.

Year Founded: 2005