A tumultuous political history and high levels of corruption in the Peruvian government have contributed to extreme poverty and inequality for indigenous people in rural areas. About 73 per cent of the indigenous Quechua and Aymara communities, which is more than 5 million people, live below the poverty line. This is in stark contrast to the highly developed city life in Peru, a beautiful country which boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in South America. Known for its lost civilizations and mysterious ancient cultures, discovering Peru is truly like taking a step back in history. Hike the Inca trail, explore the lost city of Machu Picchu, trek through the Andes or take it easy on Lake Titicaca - the adventures are endless.
Our Programs in Peru
World Youth International offers both group (Overseas Action Program) and individual (Overseas Service Program) programs to Peru. Visit Our Programs page for program differences.
For detailed information on our Overseas Action Program visit our Peru OA page.
For detailed information on our Overseas Service Program visit our Peru OSP page.
