Exploring Bolivia for One Week

I never really had Bolivia as a travel destination on my mind, but after hearing only good feedback of other volunteers and having to leave the country anyway to extend our visa, we decided to spend one week there. After staying one night on the island Amantaní on Lake Titicaca, we went for two nights to La Paz and took another overnight bus to Uyuni to do a tour through the Salt Flats (Salar de Uyuni) to see the salt desert, flamingos and take a bath in hot springs.

Just click on the video to see more of what to do in Bolivia!

Q&A: Evelyn Sanchez – Intiwawa Alumnus

Twelve years ago, Evelyn Sanchez was one of the first children at Intiwawa. Now 22 years old, she is currently in the USA on a work placement.

5 Reasons Why Helping Others Makes Us Happy

There are so many reasons, why helping others makes us happy. Here the five most important ones!

Exploring Máncora

Last week volunteers headed north to the border with Ecuador to explore the surfer’s paradise Máncora.

Meet the Volunteers: Noémie

Hear our volunteer Noémie’s perspective of life with Intiwawa!

Exploring Huacachina

Last week volunteers ventured to the desert oasis of Huacachina – truly magical paradise where you can sand-board down the dunes, relax by the pool and party the night away.

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Arequipa

In Arequipa we’re lucky to have a variety of delicious vegetarian options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can’t help but try them all!

On October 9, 2018October 9, 2018 By IntiwawaIn Life in Arequipa, Volunteer LifeLeave a comment

A Day in the Life of a Volunteer

A quick look at the everyday adventures of an Intiwawa volunteer. From kicking back with a book on the roof terrace to playing games with the kids to heading out for some post-Intiwawa drinks – there is never a dull day as a volunteer.

Curiosities in Arequipa

Life in Arequipa can be strange for foreigners, especially in the first few weeks. In many ways, the culture in Arequipa is similar to the lives we come from, but some things are just weird:

Nature, village life and indigenous families: Visiting the Titicaca lake on your own account

The Titicaca lake is the highest shippable lake in the world inhabited by indigenous communities who live a peaceful life after their ancient traditions. It is, therefore, one of the most visited tourist places of Peru and hundreds of local agencies offer tours to the picturesque islands. If you want to avoid being scammed, escape the tourist masses and support directly the local families, you should definitely visit the islands on your own account. In the following article we will tell you how: