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NGO Iquitos, Peru

5.0
(22 reviews)22

Empower through Education: Volunteer with kids in Iquitos, Peru!

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
18 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with the locals
19 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Immerse yourself in the local culture
19 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

16h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Arts
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Sports
Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Teaching Languages
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

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Amount

US$ 55

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Donation to project

Description

We ask for a contribution of just $5 per day to cover the expenses and to provide you a delicious tropical breakfast everyday.

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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.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Availability

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

We are a legal NGO located in the city of Iquitos founded in 2018, that collaborates with the community and makes meaningful positive changes for the present generations! Our mission is to empower kids and teenagers through education in after-school activities by wisely developing their skills and talents. Providing them of a great space to learn and to create beautiful things. We are looking for great and productive volunteers to help us!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate 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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22 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

NGO

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 19 Meeting locals
  • 19 Immersing in the local culture
  • 17 Creating true social impact
  • 16 Practicing Spanish
  • 16 Meeting international travelers
  • 13 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 17 4. Quality education
  • 10 10. Reduced inequalities
  • 8 1. No poverty

United Kingdom

5

I had an absolutely incredible time working with Casa Ainbo! The family you stay with are so welcoming, generous and fun. They're always happy to help you however they can and they treat you like a member of the family. I recommend staying here for as long as you can so you can really invest time with the kids. There are a variety of things you can do to help. During my time here I taught English; helped with a range of homework; supported with sports and assisted with events amongst other things. Iquitos is an amazing place and a real adventure and I hope to return someday in the future.

25 days ago


Karin replied

Oli!!
Thank you so much for all your help! It was amazing having you with us!
And you are right, the longer you stay the better it is for you as a volunteer and for the kids.
Hope to see you again 😍💕

Portugal

5

This experience was really really special to me! The host family was amazing and made me feel at home every single day! Perfect volunteer opportunity for travellers that love a strong and true cultural exchange. I'll be back for sure in the future! Thank you! ❤️

29 days ago


Karin replied

Diogo!
Thanks for the kind words 🙏🏼😊

We will be waiting for you and your amazing energy ❤️

Germany

5

I applied to stay for one month but decided to stay for almost two, because I really love the house and I felt like it is hard to build a stronger connection with the kids in such a short time. I gave art clases and the kids really loved them. I was free to do whatever I want and to use all the materials so we could get really creative. I loved seeing the kids getting creative. Especially the kids that think they cannot really draw. If you plan your clases well you can make the kids really happy. The other days we helped them with their homework, which also is really important. I recommend

about 2 months ago


Karin replied

Milena!
We were so lucky to have you with us!
And you are right, it is better to come for a longer time in order to connect well with the kids and live a positive impact.
Thank you so much for everything!
You are always welcome back😊💕

Ireland

5

This is an absolutely wonderful project. The family who take you in our lovely, warm and kind. If you show them respect and kindness they will take you as one of their own. The work itself is incredibly rewarding and you get to help kids who really appreciate the work that you do. Iquitos is a really interesting city also. Would definitely recommend

3 months ago

United States

4

Firstly, I want to say the family is incredible and super warm. They treat you like their own. I think I arrived at a strange time around Christmas so didn't get to work with the kids as much. I felt the organization its self can be a lot more organized and needs more employees to truly support the kids. I enjoyed my stay but also felt that with more organization or lesson planning and communication I could have been much more useful. Overall I am grateful for the experience. Thank you!

7 months ago


Karin replied

Thank you for you review and input bukht. This is very important for us to learn and grow. With the New year starting, we will set goals and find ways to be more organised. Thank you for your time 😊🙏🏼

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