NSLS & True Nature Peru Service, Adventure, and Leadership Program

For registration questions, email us at Info@TrueNatureEducation.com

Embark on a Life-Changing Journey to Peru: Service, Leadership, and Adventure

Are you ready to elevate your leadership skills, travel internationally, and make a lasting impact on communities across the globe? Join us for an unforgettable 2025 adventure to the awe-inspiring Sacred Valley of Peru, in partnership with the National Society of Leadership and Success. This immersive program is designed to challenge, inspire, and transform. Through service projects, cultural exploration, adventure, and leadership development, you will gain invaluable insights into what it means to be a global ambassador while making meaningful connections with the local people and the land.

From the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu to the vibrant streets of Pisac and Cusco, this journey offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure, cultural immersion, and personal growth. Experience traditional Incan ceremonies, trek through stunning natural landscapes, and contribute to the local community with hands-on service projects. Whether it’s renovating schools, participating in reforestation efforts, or learning from indigenous cultures, you will walk away with new perspectives and lifelong memories. This is your opportunity to not only explore the world but also discover “your” global ambassador and leader within.

- 6 Nights of Eco-Friendly Accommodations
  Stay in a nature-inspired retreat center in the Sacred Valley, where each room reflects the rich Andean culture. Surrounded by breathtaking views, this nurturing environment fosters healing, learning, and expansion.
- 3 Delicious, Homemade Meals Per Day
  Enjoy nourishing, home-cooked meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients, offering an authentic taste of Peruvian cuisine with options to meet every dietary need.
- All Excursions, Cultural Activities, and Service Projects
  Immerse yourself in the heart of Peru with visits to local villages, hiking treks, and participation in community service projects like school renovations, organic gardening, and land stewardship.
- Guided 1-Day Journey to Machu Picchu
  Experience the wonder of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. With park entrance, guides, train tickets included, this once-in-a-lifetime trip will be a highlight of your journey.
- Professional Leadership and Guidance
  True Nature’s experienced local group leaders will guide and support you throughout your trip, providing authentic valuable insights and creating a safe, transformative environment for personal and leadership growth.
- Seamless Ground Transportation
  Group transportation is provided from Cusco Airport to the retreat center and for all excursions, allowing you to travel with ease and focus on the experience.
- Pre-Trip Support and Preparation
  From the moment you register, True Nature offers personalized guidance to help you prepare for your adventure, ensuring a smooth and stress-free journey from start to finish.
- Volunteer Certificate upon completion of the service project portion of the program

Accommodations

True Nature Education has searched long and hard throughout Peru to find unique, ecologically friendly, and inspiring accommodations for our guests. The center is a beautiful nature-inspired retreat center in the Sacred Valley of Peru. The name of the center means “Loving Heart” in Quechua, the very beautiful and poetic language of the Incas. There is a heart-felt mission to create a nurturing environment for healing, learning, regeneration, and expansion. Each villa at the center reflects the Andean culture of the Sacred Valley and is mindfully created using local and natural materials. The entire center embodies the kindness, love, and wholeness that permeates this magical place. Private rooms are occasionally available for an extra fee on a first-come, first, serve basis. Three delicious homemade meals are included each day.

Service Projects can Include:

Renovation Projects at a Local School
Inter-cultural exchange in the Local Community
Reforestation
Land Stewardship / Permaculture Projects
Organic Gardening
An Area in which you can share your gifts! Just let us know.

ACTIVITIES CAN INCLUDE:

Local Village and Market Tours
Visiting Cultural sites
Hiking
1 Day Journey to Machu Picchu
Excursion to natural sites
Cultural Ceremonies

SAMPLE ITINERARY:

Day 1 – Arrival Day

Bienvenidos! Welcome to Peru!
Arrival in Cusco and transport to venue (1.5 hours)
Group Welcome
Despacho Ceremony: Peruvian Welcome Ceremony
Dinner

Day 2 – Land Stewardship Service Day

Breakfast
Orientation
Waterfall Hike
Service Project #1: Land Stewardship
Dinner
Evening Session

Day 3 – Cultural Day – Pisac Tour

Breakfast
Leave for Day Long Trip to Pisac (Trek and Market Visit)
Lagoon Hike
Traditional Incan Lunch in the mountain village
Visit to Pisac Artisan Market
Dinner
Leadership Circle

Day 4 – Travel to Machu Picchu

Morning Session
Breakfast
Exploration of Machu Picchu
Return to the venue
Late dinner

Day 5 – Community Service Day

Morning Session
Breakfast
Service Project #2 at Local School
Lunch
Free Time to Explore and Pack
Dinner
Closing Ceremony

Day 6 – Free Day

Breakfast
Lunch
Free Time to Explore and Pack
Dinner
Closing Ceremony

Day 7 – Departure Day

Departure for Cusco
Guided Walking Tour of Cusco
Drop-off at Airport
Adios!

*Tentative schedule Subject to Change

**Please note this program takes place in a high-elevation region, with hiking involved, and good physical condition is necessary. Please contact us with any questions.

Register early as these programs tend to fill quickly! A $350 deposit will get your name on the big “I Want To Go To PERU” list and officially reserve your spot. It will be deducted from the total amount of the trip cost.

NSLS Members save $400 off regular price.

*The trip has a minimum of 10 people and a maximum of 25 people.

**AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE TUITION PRICE.

*** A $35.00 Service Processing Fee will be added to the tuition.

In order to pay and register, choose the trip you would like to attend, then click the “REGISTER NOW” icon below. Once payment is processed you will receive a confirmation email with the payment schedule and additional information.

July 22 – 28, 2025 REGISTER NOW

CANCELLATION

Initial deposits and the $35 registration fee are non-refundable and non-transferable
50% of payments are refundable up to 90 days before program excluding initial deposit and the $35 registration fee
89 days prior to a program, tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable
Full tuition is refunded if the trip is canceled due to low enrollment. The $35 registration fee is not refundable
True Nature is not responsible for any loss incurred due to currency conversion rates

NSLS ALUMNI AND NON-NSLS MEMBERS

NSLS Alumni and Non-NSLS Members are also welcome on the trip. If you or someone you know would like to join us please let us know.

Non-members will have to pay the full tuition price and also agree to the True Nature / Code of Conduct for the trip. Alumni are eligible for the discount.

IS THIS PROGRAM FOR ME?

The programs are open to anyone 18 – 55 years old. Most participants are college-age and traveling abroad for the first time. Our international programs are opportunities to put into practice the values and mission of True Nature which include service, leadership, adventure, and mindfulness. If you have an interest in the program, have an adventurous spirit, a desire to experience a different culture, and a willingness to participate in group activities then you are welcome to join our programs.

We recommend that participants are in good physical condition. We will be exploring and hiking on uneven pathways and up and down hills. It is important to us that all participants are aware of the conditions so they can feel as comfortable as possible.

For your well-being, and that of the group, we ask all participants to disclose any existing medical conditions or limitations on the registration form.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We understand that many questions come up when visiting a place you have never been to. What do I bring? What is the weather like? We have created Participant Packages that will clarify these types of questions and more. Once you have registered, we will send you these materials. In addition, on our website, we have a comprehensive FAQ section that also gives detailed answers to common questions. If you have other questions, you can always write to us at info@truenatureeducation.com so we can support you.

Getting There

All international flights will arrive at the Cusco Airport (CUZ) in the Sacred Valley of Peru. Most flights come via Lima. Before booking tickets, please be sure you have received your official confirmation note that the trip has met its minimum. There will be one group airport shuttle each way based on our flight window guidelines. Be sure your flights align with the provided flight windows if you wish to use the group shuttle.

Travel Insurance

We cannot emphasize more the importance of travel insurance. As we all know, especially as travelers, “life happens.” Whether it’s family, work, mother nature, or a change of heart, it is important to be prepared in case you need to unexpectedly change your travel plans. Often for less than $100, you can purchase a travel insurance policy and be protected in the event that you need to make a change or need to be covered financially prior to or during your trip.

Read more about our insurance partners and their policies here. We encourage you to research the insurance company and policy that best meets your needs.

NSLS MEMBERS SAVE $400 OFF REGULAR PRICE OF $3,395

Shared Accommodation for NSLS Members $2,995

Shared Accommodation for Non-NSLS Members $3,395

Paying your initial deposit of $350 will lock in your tuition rate and hold your space for the trip. A non-refundable $35 Payment Processing Fee will be added to the tuition rate upon registration. The remaining balance is usually split up into 3 payments. The payment schedule will be sent to you in the Confirmation Letter (once you register).

For technical questions or alternative payment options, please contact us.