Volunteer in Peru: Rainforest Research and Conservation
by: Natucate
Do you want to contribute to the research of the Amazon rainforest and learn about the rich flora and fauna of the Peruvian rainforest? Become part of an international research team of students, interns, and volunteers and support the protection and conservation of the rainforest through monitoring and research programs in tropical South America. As a volunteer, you will support the maintenance...
Do you want to contribute to the research of the Amazon rainforest and learn about the rich flora and fauna of the Peruvian rainforest? Become part of an international research team of students, interns, and volunteers and support the protection and conservation of the rainforest through monitoring and research programs in tropical South America. As a volunteer, you will support the maintenance of the protected area, help monitor wildlife, tree, and plant species, and assist the current studies of students or researchers. As a student or intern, you can conduct your own research on other topics and get help with your scientific project and fieldwork or support other students with their data collection. Everyone can use this opportunity to learn about valuable research tactics, fieldw...
Program Highlights
Learn first-hand how the Peruvian Amazon is being protected and explored.
Get hands-on training in ecosystem monitoring, exploration, and conservation.
Better understand the human impact on the Amazon rainforest.
Live in an isolated research station with a sustainable, environmentally friendly lifestyle.
Work with volunteers and research lovers from all over the world.
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Each day at the research station will be different, come and explore the rich biodiversity of the Peruvian rainforest
Quick Details
- Peru
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Environment
- Wildlife
- All Nationalities
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Hands-down the best way to explore the Rainforest
by: Sina Kohler - SwitzerlandProgram: Volunteer in Peru: Rainforest Research and ConservationWhile I stayed in the project for 5 weeks I not only learned a lot about nature and conservation, I also had the opportunity to get to know the Peruvian culture including the very tasty local meals. There were lots of Biology researchers at the camp, whom I could assist on their daily research activities. If I had a question, they would always take their time to explain and show me the gems of the rainforest like birds, trees, frogs, monkeys and many more things. What I loved most about my t...
Program Details
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Locations
- Peru
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Environment
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
Salary & Compensation
No salary
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Other
- Phone/Video Interview
- Written Application
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