Local Community Supporter during the Holidays

During these week-long programs, you visit various projects each day. As a group, you assist as needed, join activities, and spend time with the people at the project during the holiday season. Volunteers are placed into one of two groups based on availability: Group 1 volunteers every morning, Group 2 volunteers every afternoon.

You can expect to work 3-4 hours per day. If you have Spanish classes, they are scheduled during your off hours.

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*Christmas Week Itinerary:*

Sunday, December 18 – Arrival and Orientation
All volunteers arrive in the morning, are picked up by Maximo Nivel's transport service, and are brought to their housing to settle in. In the afternoon everyone has their orientation together.

Monday, December 19 – Community Development
Paint, garden, work on light repairs or construction work. Work varies depending on community needs.

Tuesday, December 20 – Eco-Environment
Work to rehabilitate a part of Cusco with native foliage! Transplant, relocate, and plant organic and local vegetation in previously green areas.

Wednesday, December 21 – Alpaca & Llama Day
Spend the day grooming, feeding, playing with Alpacas, Llamas, and other cute, fluffy animals. Work in a community that depends on and cares for these animals.

Thursday, December 2022 – Children’s Holiday Party
Show the kids a great time for the holiday! Celebrate by bringing gifts and food to the project. Take part in games, songs, dancing and more!

Friday, December 23 – Healthcare Project
Work side-by-side with local staff caring for patients and residents. Bring holiday cheer with arts and crafts, sports, and other light recreation.

Saturday, December 24 – Departure
Volunteers depart for further travels or to return home. You can arrange airport drop-off or extra nights of housing for an additional charge at the client service desk.

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*New Year Week Itinerary:*

Monday, December 26 – Arrival and Orientation
All volunteers arrive in the morning, are picked up by Maximo Nivel's transport service, and are brought to their housing to settle in. In the afternoon everyone has their orientation together.

Tuesday, December 27 – Andean Immersion
Work in a rural Andean community and learn about their daily lives–help with weaving, farming, cooking, or other tasks.

Wednesday, December 28 – Community Development
Paint, garden, work on light repairs or construction work. Work varies depending on community needs

Thursday, December 29 – Field Trip for Kids
Depending on the weather, accompany children to a local park to get fresh air and have a little holiday fun.

Friday, December 30 – Community Animal Campaign
Assist at a local dog shelter with general care, including bathing, grooming, exercise, and more.

Saturday, December 31 – New Year's Party
Help lead activities and fun for refugees from multiple countries who are seeking asylum. Lots of entertainment, food, and fun!

Sunday, January 01  – New Year's Day
Maximo Nivel Closed. Lots of local holiday festivities to enjoy independently.

Monday, January 02  – Departure
Volunteers depart for further travels or to return home. You can arrange airport drop-off or extra nights of housing for an additional charge at the client service desk.

Working hours vary according to the needs of the project, but volunteers can expect to work 3-4 hours per day, Monday to Friday, in the morning or in the afternoon.

All year round, Cusco and its surrounding towns celebrate a mix of Inca and Catholic holidays, providing visitors with a variety of different cultural activities to experience. Cusco offers travelers a plethora of historical and archaeological sites both in and out of the city. Volunteers most commonly like to explore the Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca, and of course Machu Picchu. Our local staff also posts a monthly events calendar to let them know of the activities going on around Maximo. Our on-site travel partner is also very knowledgeable and can assist in setting up trips.