CREES

Introduction

A never-to-be-forgotten adventure in the Peruvian rainforest. Become a productive volunteer learning valuable field skills for career, degree or just for fun! We are committed to protection of the balance of life in the Amazon. Our aim is to bring economic, social and environmental harmony to the Manu region via sustainable practices.

Types of Projects

Conservation volunteer work: work alongside scientists and local experts monitoring birds, mammals and the forest growth, collecting data and waling the trails. Community development projects: you will support essential projects designed to increase the income and nutritional levels of local people though sustainable land management.

Locations

Manu Biosphere Reserve in Peru is a UNESCO world heritage site and is world renowned location for biodiversity and abundance of wildlife. You will say at our research station, the Manu Learning Centre.

Timeline

Placements last 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 weeks and start every month. Week one is training week, when you will learn the necessary skills to work on the projects and safely be in the rainforest. At the end of the 4th week there is a 4 day expedition to the native community of Queros. For start dates and more information visit www.crees-volunteer.org

Accommodations

6 thatched buildings. It is relaxed, peaceful, and has been stylishly constructed.You'll be sharing a room with other volunteers. There is no electricity but our generator works ideally for charging up electronic items and is run for a few hours at night. The bathroom: six cubicles, each containing a Western flush toilet, hand-basin and cold shower. There is a dining and relaxation amd a library.

Amazon Conservation and community development volunteer Manu Peru

Prerequisites

Enthisiastic, passionate, motivated, sociable, be 18+, have a minimum level of heath to walk in the trails under moderate to high heat and humidity. comprenhensive insurance policy are also necessary.

Costs

Price USD ($) - Incudes transport from Cuzco to Manu, food, accomodation, guides, training and the 4day expedition. 2 Week Programme$1,699 4 Week Programme$2,099 6 Week Programme$2,599 8 Week Programme$3,199 10 Week Programme$3,699 12 Week Programme$4,299

To Apply

please email ruth@crees-expeditions.com or call us during office hours uk monday to friday on +44(0)2075812932 or apply via the website's online form on: www.crees-volunteer.org

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