Events & Excursions

Pre-Departure and In-Country Orientations
Our on-site orientations help prepare participants for the academic and cultural changes that await them during their time abroad. Orientations also are designed to ensure that participants are prepared with the necessary safety and medical procedures, have a chance to recover from their travels, learn about the host country’s history and culture, and partake in social events.

Fully staffed offices in each country
When participants arrive in Lima to begin the program, they are in the capable hands of our on-site staff. Our in-country staff are enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and eager to help participants understand the culture of Perú. Our offices are open for student assistance for the duration of the program, and where available, they maintain a toll-free number. Staff are fluent in both Spanish and English.

In-country contact information:
Urubamba – ProPeru, Adam Saks 1-360-306-5967 adam@myproworld.org
Apurimac–The Condor Lodge Conservatory, Javier Alfaro 51-84-977-5833 info@thecondorlodge.com

Emergency assistance
Our on-site staff are available to provide emergency assistance to participants via an emergency pager system. In the event of a medical need, our staff may accompany students to the doctor or hospital to help with translation.

Emergency contact for families
Our overseas offices abroad can serve as an emergency relay station for parents who need to contact their son or daughter.

Guaranteed housing
We guarantee housing for all students in all programs.

Activities & Excursions

Cultural and learning activities include a detailed orientation; feedback sessions; Spanish language training; field trips; guest speakers on topics ranging from Peruvian history, politics, herbal medicine; and participation in local activities, thereby allowing one to experience all the community has to offer, within and beyond the context of the service-learning experience.