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Animal Shelter Urubamba Province, Peru
Brand new rescue centre for stray dogs in Sacred Valley, Peru!
What you offer
6h
- Hours per day
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Animal Care
- Help look after and take care of animals.
- Social Work
- Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
- Building & Repairing
- Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
- Gardening
- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
- Additional Fee
- This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
Additional fee required
This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.
Amount
- US$ 4
Per day
Fee pays for
- Benefits for travelers
- Materials for volunteer activities
- Donation to project
Description
The fee for a Volunteer Stay with us is $50 USD in total, whether your stay is 2 weeks or longer. Your stay will be confirmed once you pay your $50 fee. Please pay by using our secure Paypal Donation account: https://www.colitasconcanas.org/make-a-donation This will help us with the costs of purchasing and maintaining volunteer amenities and facilities, utilities, wifi, and basic food ingredients.
What you get
2
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Shared Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
- Use our equipped kitchen
- Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
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- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Jul
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Nov
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- Stay at least
- 2 weeks
- Stay up to
- 12 weeks
The Experience
We are a new rescue centre for stray dogs in the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Peru. This is an exciting time to get involved with us. We need help with: the daily operation of the rescue centre, hosting tours of the shelter for visitors, and working with the local population to raise awareness in dog welfare.
Learn moreRequirements
- Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
- Over 18 years old
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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39 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Animal Shelter
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 27 Meeting international travelers
- 23 Get in touch with nature
- 22 Creating true social impact
- 17 Developing social awareness
- 17 Practicing English
- 15 Meeting locals
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 14 17. Partnerships for the goals
- 10 15. Life on land
Connor
United Kingdom
Had a great time here. Shelter is really well ran and the dogs are great. Emily owns the shelter whilst Angus manages the day-to-day, both do an excellent job. Urubamba and the Sacred Valley are really cool areas with a lot to explore and do in your spare time. If you're interested in a hands on job where you get to care for dogs in a really cool area then this would be great for you.
3 days ago
Leila
France
It was the best experience, the project tothe shelter and help the dogs is really well managed. We worked with a incredible team to be here for the dogs all day. The feeding, the cleaning tasks, the walks with the dogs, everything is well organised. I've learn so much being in contact all day with the dogs. Leaving them was the worst part.
3 months ago
Nikki replied
Thanks Leila! It was so great having you at the shelter! You were so patient and caring, especially with Todd. He really needed that extra time and attention, and thanks to you, he’s now going out for walks with the leash! We’re super grateful for everything you gave during your time here, and we’d love to have you back anytime. 🐾💛
Jonathan
Germany
It was a truly amazing experience. Emily basically lives for helping the dogs in the house and the ones in the city/region. At times it can be challenging if you never have worked in a dog shelter before, but you'll be rewarded times 1000 by dog smiles and the impact you had. Definitely recommend, I wish I had stayed longer!
3 months ago
Nikki replied
Jonathan was such a trooper. He arrived during a really intense first day and handled it with so much resilience. I honestly wasn’t sure if he’d stay after that, but he did, and we’re so glad he did! He showed real dedication, had a great attitude, and became a solid, positive part of the team. We really appreciated having him here. 🐾
Alexis
France
The experience was incredible. Being able to help dogs and living very nice moments with others volunteers.
3 months ago
Nikki replied
Wonderful to hear Alexis!
It was really great having you here! You had such a calm vibe with the dogs, and it made a big difference, especially with Todd. Seeing him start going out on walks was huge. You jumped in and helped wherever we needed. You’re welcome back anytime! 🐾
Kasper Skar
Norway
Working atthe shelter really makes a difference to the animals there. All of the dogs are truly lovely and they truly show their appreciation for your care. It's a hard gig, because you stay at the property all day which kind of makes it so you're working all day, even though there's a lot of downtime as well. Emily the host is a strong and fierceful leader and the animals are lucky to have her! This was my first experience at WP and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to make a real difference.I also recommend staying at least 3 weeks.Come motivated and full of love and you'll be fine.
3 months ago
Nikki replied
Thank you, Kasper! Your positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed brought such a great energy to the team. We’re so grateful for your time here and hope to see you again one day! Take care and keep spreading good vibes! 🙌🐶
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