Wildlife management
Operations under protocols (biosafety, welfare, records) and rescue participation when opportunities arise.
AMARU · Training
Conservation Training Program
Applied training in wildlife, monitoring, and technical assessment at real AMARU field sites in the Peruvian Amazon and dry forest. Selective bilingual programs (ES/EN), with protocols, technical supervision, and deliverables.
Program materials and participant-facing descriptions may be provided in English; operational briefings follow AMARU standards on site.
Focus areas
Monitoring & fieldwork
Camera traps, field outings, and applied research (per schedule), with emphasis on traceability and evidence.
Technical assessment
Mini-projects and verifiable outputs (curated dataset, protocol, technical report), with evaluation and certification.
Stays & Pricing
Program lengths & inclusions
30 days — Field Foundations (Amazon & Community Conservation)
A strong entry point for participants who want a serious, structured immersion in wildlife conservation—either through hands-on work in the Amazon rainforest or through applied conservation activities with local communities in Cusco that protect wildlife and habitats. You’ll integrate into day-to-day operations under real protocols (biosafety, welfare, records, traceability). Wildlife rescue support may be included if opportunities arise, always under authorization and established procedures.
Price: USD 2,500 (includes basic accommodation + meals)
45 days — Field + Mini-Project (Recommended)
Our flagship format. In addition to operational experience, you’ll complete a supervised technical mini-project (e.g., improving an SOP, curating a dataset, or producing a short technical report). From 45 days onward, when schedules allow, participants join field trips and applied research activities linked to monitoring and conservation. Wildlife rescue support may be included if opportunities arise, under protocols.
Price: USD 3,600 (includes basic accommodation + meals)
60 days — Technical Residency
Designed for depth and continuity. You’ll integrate more consistently into operations, record systems, and AMARU’s standards, while producing a stronger technical output (expanded report, structured dataset system, or protocol standardization package). Includes fieldwork and applied research participation when feasible, plus wildlife rescue support if opportunities arise, under authorization.
Price: USD 4,800 (includes basic accommodation + meals)
90 days — Extended Residency
The most complete experience. Built for participants seeking a high-impact technical residency with a robust deliverable and a potential pathway toward a publishable report or thesis/pre-thesis foundation (subject to permissions and objectives). Greater exposure to fieldwork and applied research when applicable, plus wildlife rescue support if opportunities arise, under protocols.
Price: USD 7,200 (includes basic accommodation + meals)
Program comparison
| Track | Duration | Focus | Includes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field Foundations (Amazon & Community Conservation) | 30 days | Structured entry into wildlife conservation work in the Amazon or with Cusco communities engaged in wildlife protection. | Basic accommodation + meals • Orientation (biosafety / ethics / safety) • Protocol-based operations with traceable records • Wildlife rescue support if an opportunity arises (authorized and supervised) • Welcome kit • Certification • Technical training • Support throughout the stay | USD 2,500 |
| Field + Mini-Project (Recommended) | 45 days | Operational experience plus a supervised technical mini-project (e.g. SOP improvement, curated dataset, or short technical report). | Everything in the 30-day program • Supervised mini-project • Field outings and applied research (per schedule) • Rescue support when applicable • Welcome kit • Certification • Technical training • Ongoing support | USD 3,600 |
| Technical Residency | 60 days | Deeper integration into operations, record systems, and AMARU standards, with a stronger technical deliverable. | Everything in the 45-day program • Expanded deliverable (report / data system / protocol package) • Fieldwork and applied research when feasible • Rescue support when applicable • Welcome kit • Certification • Technical training • Ongoing support | USD 4,800 |
| Extended Residency | 90 days | High-impact technical residency with a solid deliverable and a possible path toward a publishable report or thesis / pre-thesis foundation (subject to permissions and objectives). | Everything in the 60-day program • Advanced deliverable with a path toward publication / thesis preparation (subject to permissions) • Greater exposure to fieldwork and applied research when applicable • Rescue support when applicable • Welcome kit • Certification • Technical training • Ongoing support | USD 7,200 |
Selection & Standards
This is a selective program. All applicants go through pre-screening and a candidate interview. Training and supervision follow the AMARU Conservation Standard. Every participant receives a welcome kit, certification, technical training, and ongoing monitoring throughout the stay.
More information: info@amaru-conservation.com
Cohort Start Dates (Monthly Intakes)
Cohorts typically start on the first Monday of each month.
Flexible scheduling: If you need a different start date, we can coordinate alternative dates with enough advance notice, subject to site capacity, operational calendars, and program standards.
Who this program is for
Target audience
- Advanced undergraduates
- Recent graduates
- Early-career wildlife professionals
- Veterinary / biology / conservation backgrounds
- People seeking field exposure + technical structure
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements
- Minimum age: 21 years old
- Academic level: Final-year university student or at least a bachelor's degree
- Language: Basic Spanish
- Physical condition: Good physical condition for Amazonian and field environments
- Health requirements: Participants must comply with all health and vaccination requirements established by the Peruvian government and should verify current requirements with Peruvian immigration authorities before traveling
- Safety: Applicants must be able to follow field protocols and supervisor instructions at all times
Exclusions
Not a good fit for this program
This program is not for tourists seeking to “disconnect” or simply enjoy nature tourism. It is an academic and technical training program designed for participants who are genuinely committed to applied conservation work and structured learning under real field conditions.
Why choose our program
What sets AMARU training apart
Selective program
Every applicant goes through pre-screening and a candidate interview to ensure fit and program quality.
Real field sites
Training takes place at active AMARU conservation sites in the Peruvian Amazon and dry forest — not simulated environments.
Supervised technical training
Participants work under direct supervision, following established protocols, with real deliverables and evaluation.
Bilingual support
Program materials and participant support are available in both English and Spanish throughout your stay.
Structured deliverables
Every track includes verifiable outputs — curated datasets, technical reports, or protocol packages — with certification.
AMARU Conservation Standard
All training and supervision follow the AMARU Conservation Standard, ensuring traceability, welfare, and biosafety.
Led by the Program Director
M.Sc. Joao D. Freitas Córdova
The program is led by a wildlife management and conservation specialist with 10+ years of field and technical experience in Peru, focused on building monitoring systems and decision-ready evidence — never “volunteer tourism.”
He leads AMARU’s field training and technical advisory work, supporting conservation projects, protected areas, and institutional programs where methods, traceability, and reporting standards truly matter.
His background combines:
- Hands-on field implementation (wildlife monitoring, camera traps, transects, field logistics)
- Technical evaluation of conservation deliverables
- QA/QC systems and verification matrices
- Structured technical reporting and evidence-based recommendations
He has worked across government institutions, NGOs, and real operational field sites in Peru, which is why the program is designed to be rigorous and realistic — what participants learn reflects what is used in professional conservation contexts.
What this means for participants
- 10+ years of field & technical experience (monitoring design, implementation, analysis)
- Experience across government, NGOs, and real field sites in Peru
- Evidence-based methods: QA/QC, structured deliverables, audit-ready reporting
- Decision-oriented workflow: data → interpretation → recommendations → actions
- Supervision under the AMARU Conservation Standard (ACS)
Training is evaluated through documented outputs, not attendance.
Apply in 3 Steps
- 1
Choose your location & track
Select the site and your preferred stay (30 / 45 / 60 / 90 days, or Intensive/Residency). Check the next cohort start date (typically the first Monday of each month) and confirm you meet the requirements.
- 2
Submit your application
Fill out the online application form and upload:
- CV / resume
- Short motivation statement
- Preferred dates and track
- Proof of travel/medical insurance (or confirmation you will provide it before arrival)
We review applications to ensure safety, fit, and program quality. If needed, we’ll schedule a short screening call & interview.
- 3
Secure your spot & prepare
Once accepted, you’ll receive onboarding instructions. To reserve your place:
- Pay the 40% deposit
- Pay the remaining 60% at least 15 days before the start date
- Complete the pre-arrival checklist (gear, safety rules, and program policies)
Your cohort typically begins on the first Monday of the month (or an alternative date coordinated in advance).
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about the Conservation Training Program, logistics, and expectations are compiled in a single document. Download the PDF to read the full FAQ offline or share it with your institution.
AMARU Conservation Standard (ACS)
The AMARU Conservation Standard (ACS) defines the methodological and reporting framework used across AMARU’s monitoring, consulting, and training programs.
It emphasizes traceability, quality control (QA/QC), decision-oriented reporting, and technical consistency across conservation projects.
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