Very helpful websites
Weather in Arequipa
Information about Peru
- The official Peru tourism website : www.peru.info
- The Lonely Planet's take on Peru : www.lonelyplanet.com
Friend Hostels in Perú
- Cusco Loki Hostel
- Lima LOKI Hostel is heaps of fun : LOKI
- “The Way Inn” in Huaraz, Peru: www.thewayinn.com
Accommodation sites
The biggest booking site for hostels – www.hostelworld.com
Another important one – www.hostelbookers.com
And another one – www.hostelz.com
A hotel reservation site for South America - www.internethotels.com/intl/south-america/
Volunteering options in Perú
The Mosoq Ayllu site - www.mosoq-ayllu.org.pe
Elohim School for Children Living in Poverty - From Bothy Hostel, we offer the opportunity to volunteer at the school for a day or an afternoon as the children are happy to see new faces and the teachers welcome the help. It is also possible to arrange longer placements.
The aim of Elohim School is to provide a safe place for children living in extreme poverty to learn and eat (breakfast, a snack, and lunch). Currently, there are about 130 children, aged 2 - 14, that attend from 8:30 to 2pm. There is a high level of illiteracy among the parents and many of them are alcoholic and/or unemployed. The children face many problems such as physical, mental and sexual abuse, malnutrition and the dangers of working on the streets at night. The school receives no help from the government and is financed purely by donations. The school welcomes any help a volunteer can provide, in addition to your time, such as food or educational materials.
You can read about one volunteer´s experience here.
