Archaeology and Cultural heritage preservation

Preservation of national heritage

This archaeological project in Peru’s Sacred Valley offers international volunteers an immersive experience in archaeology and cultural heritage preservation. Located near Cusco, participants work with experienced archaeologists on tasks like site maintenance, artifact codification, reticulation, and mapping, tailored to the needs of each site.
Volunteers travel to various historical sites, directly contributing to the preservation of national heritage locations.

Partnering with Peru’s Ministry of Culture for 15 years, the project covers over 300 sites in the Sacred Valley, including Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Chinchero. The duties vary by site, and volunteers receive comprehensive guidance from local staff and archaeologists.

Volunteers must be prepared for physically demanding tasks and adhere to strictguidelines to respect and protect these invaluable heritage sites.

Join this project and make the difference!

Here you’ll have the chance directly contributing to the preservation of Peru’s rich cultural heritage.

Volunteering in a place like this will give you a sense of satisfaction that will stay for you with as long as you live and a fresh perspective of how much you can do to protect invaluable curtural heritage sites

Your role as a volunteer

On this project the key is to be open to directly contributing to the preservation of national heritage locations, help out the staff on anything they may need is essential.

Requirements

Students applying for Volunteers in Latinamerica must have a valid passport.
Over 18 years old
Bring closed-toed work boots & work gloves.
Health insurance, accident and liability
Commitment to the Host Organization,its rules and tasks
Basic knowledge of Spanish
Attitude of service
Dynamism
Willingness to share your time
Fulfill with all legal and formal requirements for your Volunteer

Usual volunteer tasks

Participants work with experienced archaeologists on tasks like site maintenance, artifact codification, reticulation, and mapping, tailored to the needs of each site. Their tasks may include:
- Create maps of sites and explore areas for new sites
- Participate in workshops (drawing, registry works, ceramics, and weaving)
- Clean and maintain sites (sweeping, cutting grass, removing weeds, etc)
- Reticulate and codify newly marked rocks
- Classify artifacts
- Assist in the conservation and upkeep of national heritage sites
- Engage in community events to support the local population

This volunteering is offered in the following destinations:

Cusco

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Project Highlights

Help and learn

Work with experienced archaeologists on tasks like site maintenance, artifact codification, reticulation, and mapping, tailored to the needs of each site.

Get a new perspective

Assist in the conservation and upkeep of national heritage sites

Price for this volunteering

from

750 (*)

(*)This program includes:

Travel Assessment
Volunteer project placement
Intercultural workshop and orientation
Volunteer support and advice
Weekly tours and recreational activities calendar
Volunteer certificate
24/7 emergency phone
COINED Tutorship

Testimonials

As a student at this school I have been very satisfied with everything. I have felt that my Spanish has developed so much in such a short time.

Kathy L.

German, 29 years old

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