Huanchaco has some interesting options for people looking to volunteer somewhere for a while. ATMA offers people who come to volunteer in Huanchaco (for charity) directly a 20% discount on our room prices. We guarantee the best guest kitchen in town and probably have the best WiFi of any hostel too.
Even if volunteering in Trujillo, you can easily live in Huanchaco and commute to Trujillo by bus (20-30 minutes).
Below we will list some foundations operating in Huanchaco or Trujillo:
- Otra Cosa Network: http://otracosa.org/
Foundation operating in Huanchaco for a very long time. Different volunteer options and easy to join in. Has always a steady group of volunteers based in Huanchaco.
- Esperanza Canina: http://www.esperanzacanina.com/
Very easy to join project helping local street dogs in and around Huanchaco.
- Huanchaco al Rescate: https://www.facebook.com/HuanchacoalrescateOficial/
Another project working with street dogs.
- Community work done by surfers
Share the Wave gives kids the opportunity to surf. They also might organize beach cleanups or other activities.
Surf Cerrito is a charity that aims to empower te local children of Cerrito de la Virgen through surfing. Different volunteer positions available and great opportunity for a cultural exchange!
