Impact. Experience. Grow.

Volunteer with us to impact communities in need, experience the Peruvian way of life, and grow as a professional. Work side-by-side with doctors in local clinics and hospitals, volunteer with underprivileged communities, share your love for music or languages with the children of Peru. In your free time, explore one of the most ecologically diverse and historically rich countries in the world.

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Experience the Real Peru

With Vive Peru, volunteers are introduced to Peruvian cuisine, traditional dances, and the country's cultural and archaeological treasures. By working with local institutions and living with host families, volunteers gain direct exposure and invaluable immersion into Peruvian culture and daily life.

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Our Programs

Gain invaluable, hands-on professional experience and be immersed in Peruvian culture.

Clinical Medicine

Shadow doctors in local hospitals and run medical campaigns, while improving your medical Spanish.

Social Work

Work in government run homes and surrounding communities and develop enrichment programs for children ages 6-17.

Public Health

Work with our staff to visit families in the community and work with them to improve their health.

English and Music Teaching

Run a classroom teaching English or put on concerts to promote music literacy in underprivileged schools.

Travel and Explore

In your free time, we encourage you to explore one of the most ecologically diverse and historically rich countries in the world. Peru offers beautiful coasts, breathtaking views of the Andes, mystical rainforests and timeless archaeological ruins. Our staff assists volunteers in booking trips to ensure you easy access to all Peru has to offer.

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TESTIMONIALS

"This trip has literally been the experience of a lifetime. I have so many stories to share and so many people I am going to miss so much."

Ayoshna Ganesh, Biochemistry at Arizona State University.

"I recently completed Vive Peru’s summer session 2 this past year, and I enjoyed every last minute of my 5 weeks living there. There is plenty of work to be done, and I think one of the most special attributes to this program is the fact that the program never stops serving the community, no matter how few volunteers are present. It is a year-round non-profit, and the community truly feels the positive impact Vive Peru provides. "

Tori Kontor, Master of Public Health at Drexel University

My favorite thing about my trip, besides the food, was meeting new people. From the Vive Peru staff, my host family, friends I met on the bus or the kids who live at the hogars; the people of Peru are the friendliest. Working at the hogars I had the chance to meet the kids and learn their stories. Someone always had something exciting or new to tell me and each day I left with assurance of yet another successful day with the kids. My experience in Peru was a great adventure.

Krisa Duff, Communications at Paradise Valley Community College

"Vive Peru gave me an opportunity to explore and understand Peruvian culture all while giving service to the local community. As a clinical medicine volunteer, I could not have asked for a more involved experience where I gained invaluable clinical insight."

Gilbert Pan, Pre-Med at Boston College.

Impact. Experience. Grow.

Experience the Real Peru