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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 a fee in addition to the cost of Worldpackers’ annual plans.
Amount
- US$ 4
Per day
Fee pays for
- Benefits for travelers
- Materials for volunteer activities
- Donation to project
Description
The volunteer fee is $56 per person for the first 2 weeks. If your stay exceeds 2 weeks, you will not be charged any further daily fees. Your stay will be confirmed once you pay your $56 fee. This will help us with the costs of purchasing and maintaining volunteer amenities and facilities, utilities, wifi, and basic food ingredients. Please pay by using our secure Paypal Donation account: https://www.colitasconcanas.org/make-a-donation
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
Apr
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Aug
Sep
- 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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21 Reviews
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Hours & Tasks
Animal Shelter
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 10 Meeting international travelers
- 10 Get in touch with nature
- 8 Creating true social impact
- 8 Immersing in the local culture
- 7 Meeting locals
- 5 Developing social awareness
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 4 17. Partnerships for the goals
- 3 15. Life on land
Lou
France
Our experience was great! All the animals are adorable and we really felt useful during our stay, especially with the dogs in wheelchairs. Emily has always been accommodating with us, she may seem a little overwhelmed but gives her best to help dogs in the area, which is very touching. We had a lot of free time to enjoy the Sacred Valley. The house and the land are amazing! however be carefull if you're sensitive to the dust bc a dozen dogs live here which makes cleanliness complicated. If we return to Peru we will not hesitate to come back. Good luck bc you'll fall love w/ dogs. 🧡
27 days ago
Emily Jean replied
Thank you Lou for all your help around the shelter. We appreciated your good attitude and care and attention to all tasks. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again!
Mirjam
Austria
It was an incredible experience. The dogs really grew on me ans I spent most of my time cuddling them (best cuddle buddies!!) With the other volunteers we often went to the brewery or breakfast together which was a nice change of scenery. Coordinating day trips with Emily was super easy and she was very understanding, even helped planning. Overall a great way to spent your days, however, should you be sensitive to noise or need a clean space this might not be for you since it can be quite dirty in the house due to the dogs
30 days ago
Emily Jean replied
Thank you Mirjam for your help caring for our dogs. You are a reliable, hard worker. We will miss you!
Benedetta
Italy
You are going to fall in love with the shelterdogs! Each of them is special, and if you're going to stay long enough you'll be lucky to get really closed to them. Emily will kindly and generously receive you in her home, with her two kids and all the dogs. She will let you feel at home and involved in all the daily activities. You are going to be part of a great family and to know a little piece of Peru in a special and truly way. Lastly, the shelter is located in an incredible position in which you can enjoy the Sacred Valley!
3 months ago
Emily Jean replied
Thank you Benedetta for being an ideal volunteer! It was hard to see you go. We wish you many more meaningful travel experiences!
Noah
United States
My time at the shelterwas wonderful. Emily is extremely hospitable, approachable, and friendly. I instantly felt at home the first day I got there. Also, after a few weeks you get really close to the pups and are invested in their wellbeing. The setting is also terrific (nested between two giant mountains, easy access to a local fishery and hiking trails). Lastly, it was a great way to meet people from all around the world! 10/10
6 months ago
Emily Jean replied
We are so happy you enjoyed your volunteer experience with us, Noah! Thank you for all the care and attention that you gave our dogs. It was such a pleasure to host you!
Sophie
United Kingdom
I instantly felt welcome and at home with Emily and the family. I can't speak highly enough of the care and love that Emily has for the project. I spent my days helping with general upkeep of the property (scoopin poop) and doggy wellbeing. I was able to learn about caring for dogs with special needs and fell in love with the place and daily routine. The dogs are amazing little characters, the work is relaxed and fair and it was an honour to be a part of this project. You can play to your strengths with what you choose to help with during the days. I'll be back 🐕🌝💛
10 months ago
Emily Jean replied
You were such a great help! We miss your uplifting energy! Thank you Sophie! ❤️
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