Things to do/see

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Permalink Reply by Kara Biland on May 29, 2008 at 7:12pm

Hi Amy!

I am thrilled to hear that you will be visiting Ayacucho. I participated in the Cross-Cultural Solutions Ayacucho program, so I am happy to provide you with first hand information.
There are many things to do and see in the area. First of all, I highly recommend a llama trek. This can be arranged in Ayacucho, and will cost approximately 100.00 US dollars. Here is a direct link to a web-site that will provide you with further information: http://www.morochucos.com/ingles/static.php?page=static060926-104825
During your evening free time, you can explore Ayacucho. There are many local cafes, artisan markets, museums, and also some discos. It is a beautiful city, so make sure you have plenty of space on your memory card for pictures!
If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact me directly. I can be reached at 800-380-4777 ext 1166 between the hours of 9AM-6PM pacific time. If you prefer email, you can contact me at kara@crossculturalsolutions.org.

Best,

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Permalink Reply by Erika Kirkaldy on June 19, 2008 at 11:28am

Go on ALL the trips you can with Pancho, the guy's amazing. You won't be bored. How long are you staying, and will you be doing any other travelling in Peru? I'd be happy to offer suggestions!

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Permalink Reply by Martha Dudenhoeffer on December 19, 2008 at 8:51pm

If you work out, there is a nice gym just about 4 blocks away. Marisol can tell you where it is. I thought that i would run in the mornings, but with all the stray dogs, I thought better of it.

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Permalink Reply by Andrea Corbo on December 26, 2008 at 3:19pm

Here are some websites to get you started on your research and planning:

Pancho organizes several weekend trips for volunteers: http://www.morochucos.com/ingles/

Viajes en Ayacucho!!

Llama Trek:

Cost: $80 if there is a group of 5+, $120 if under 5 people

Days of placement missed: Zero


Incan Ruins/Waterfalls:

Cost: Depends on number of people on the trip/type of accommodation. Generally $60-100 per person

Days of placement missed: Zero


Jungle Trip:

Cost: $120-150 depending on group size

Days of placement missed: One


Coast Trip:

Cost: Depends on number of people on the trip/type of accommodation. Generally $170-250 per person

Days of placement missed: One or two


Cuzco/Machu Picchu:

Cost: Depends on number of people/type of accommodations. Generally $160-280 per person

Days of placement missed: One or two

Pancho can also plan trips elsewhere. If volunteers want to travel, you can wait until you get to Ayacucho and then plan your trips through Pancho. You generally do not need to give a lot of notice unless you want to do the Inca Trail during the summer months. In that case, you should plan ~ 3 months ahead of time. Pancho can also help get reduced airfare.

Pancho's email: morochucos@peru.com

Here is another link that may be of interest:
http://www.go2peru.com/

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Permalink Reply by Amelia Moore on August 19, 2009 at 3:49pm

Are the dogs really that bad? I like to run/cycle, but I'm not much of a gym fan...

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Permalink Reply by Adelicia Yeo on August 19, 2009 at 4:50pm

Hi Amelia, I was in Ayacucho a few months ago. There were members from our group who would go for a run - some early in the a.m. before breakfast, but most in the afternoons once we were back. The morning runners did get chased a bit by the dogs, but no bites or attacks. The afternoon runners just had to deal w/ the crowds & traffic and people staring at them :)

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Permalink Reply by Elyse Caudill on October 6, 2009 at 11:56pm

I'm volunteering in Ayacucho this month and was wondering what the internet situation was like. I'm a little worried about paying my bills while I'm gone - is it reasonable to assume I will be able to log online and take care of those sorts of things? Is there an internet cafe nearby? Thanks!

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Permalink Reply by Monica Romano on October 9, 2009 at 3:50pm

There are several internet cafes just steps away from the home base in Ayacucho. Internet service is very cheap and I found it to be relatively fast. You should have no trouble taking care of your bill paying from there.


Elyse Caudill said:

I'm volunteering in Ayacucho this month and was wondering what the internet situation was like. I'm a little worried about paying my bills while I'm gone - is it reasonable to assume I will be able to log online and take care of those sorts of things? Is there an internet cafe nearby? Thanks!

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