Peru
"The Lima staff was great; they were very helpful at all times and were always ready to answer any questions or concerns we had. They took their jobs seriously, and at the same time were able to have a good time. Lots of laughs!"Meagan Irving, Peru volunteer
Home-Base in Lima
Cross-Cultural Solutions' Home-Base in Lima is a large house in a bustling suburban neighborhood, with a kitchen, dining area, and common space for volunteers. Office space for CCS staff is located on the main level, and the spacious roof is commonly used by volunteers as an exercise space or for reading and relaxing.
The Lima Home-Base quickly becomes your home away from home. 
An open courtyard in the middle of the house provides a place to eat, relax and reflect on your experiences. Volunteers typically sleep 3-4 in each room. Nearby, you will find banks, restaurants, stores, parks, and many Internet cafes.
Cross-Cultural Solutions' Country Director Enrique Bossio
is from the Lima area, and says:
“We encourage volunteers to explore and try new things, and we provide accompaniment and advice. It is their program, and we try to make ourselves available for them.”
CCS offers the following programs in Lima, Peru:
Volunteer Abroad -- 2 to 12 weeks | Click for Start Dates
Insight Abroad -- one week | Click for Start Dates
Request more information about volunteering in Peru or read more about the CCS Experience in Lima, Peru from the topics below:
- Why Volunteer in Lima?
- Volunteer Work
- Cultural and Learning Activities
- Free Time
- The Home-Base
- In-Country Staff
Learn about volunteering in Ayacucho, Peru or return to the main Peru page.
Read stories and testimonials of participants who have volunteered in Peru or watch one of our videos on volunteering abroad.
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