Peru Medicine

Your trip to Peru

Program type: Medicine & Healthcare

Duration: 14 Days

Accommodation: Hotel

Transport: Private Bus, Train

Sustainable Development Goals: 3. Good Health and Well-being, 4. Quality Education, 10. Reduced Inequalities, 17 Partnerships for the Goals

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Trip highlights

Shadow experienced medical professionals in global healthcare settings, learning essential medical skills and leading outreach initiatives.
Enjoy a unique experience designed to develop your skills, introduce you to the industry, and give you the edge in future university and job applications.
Fully immerse yourself in Peruvian culture through food, activities, and traditions with an amazing weekend excursion to the stunning Machu Picchu.
Develop your confidence, independence, and global perception as you are introduced to new traditions and lifestyles.

What you can expect

This program blends real-world medical exposure with cultural immersion and adventure. You’ll begin in Cusco, the heart of the Andes, where our team will introduce you to local customs, the Peruvian healthcare system, and key Spanish phrases for your placements.

Throughout your stay, you’ll shadow medical professionals in local clinics, observing real patient care and gaining a deeper understanding of healthcare in a developing context. You’ll also join community outreach campaigns, helping to deliver basic medical support to rural areas while learning about public health in action. Practical workshops - including suturing, first aid, and injections - help you build essential medical skills for the future.

Beyond your medical work, you’ll dive into Peru’s rich culture through language lessons, traditional cooking and dance classes, and market visits. A highlight of your journey will be an adventurous weekend excursion to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley - adding a sense of adventure and discovery that make this experience as transformative personally as it is professionally.

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Why choose Peru for your Medicine & Healthcare program?

Peru offers a unique and eye-opening setting to explore global healthcare. Its diverse geography and healthcare challenges provide an ideal environment to witness how medical services adapt across different communities. This exposure helps you understand the realities of medicine in resource-limited settings while contributing to meaningful community outreach.

Cusco, with its mix of Incan heritage and modern vibrancy, provides a perfect cultural backdrop for your journey. You’ll get to practice your Spanish, experience Peruvian daily life, and connect deeply with the community.

You’ll not only gain valuable medical experience during your time in Peru, you’ll also build resilience, adaptability, and cultural awareness while exploring one of the world’s most breathtaking and historically rich destinations.

What’s included?

We handle all the essentials, so you can focus on the experience.

Included:

Accommodation - Clean, safe and welcoming accommodation. A home away from home with comfortable amenities.
Meals and drinking water - All breakfast lunch and dinners, and always fresh drinking water.
Transportation - To and from the airport, plus everything in between.
24/7 Support - Round-the-clock support on the ground and 24/7 back-up from our global teams.
Free teacher places - One free staff place for every nine students that travel
Travel and medical insurance - Provided by our trusted insurance partners.
Activities - All excursions, cultural activities, and social events.
Project training and materials - All program activities and equipment, including training and workshops from experienced professionals.
Projects Abroad T-shirt - A free t-shirt for every traveller.
Dedicated pre-departure support - Your group’s own contact to support with everything from application to departure.
Presentations for students, parents, and teachers - Online or in-person presentations to answer all questions and help prepare travellers for their program.
Fundraising advice - Support and resources to aid students’ fundraising journeys.

Upon request:

Flights - We can arrange group flights for you, to keep your booking simple.
Reflective journals - Custom-made journals to support student reflections and learning outcomes.
International Volunteering Diploma (16 UCAS Points) - Bolster your program's educational value with an online Level 3 diploma developed specifically for Projects Abroad participants by the Centre for Global Citizenship Studies.