Montanita Spanish School
Via Principal, Montañita, 024024, Ecuador
Montanita Spanish School
Get ready for an unforgettable four-week journey through Ecuador that combines learning Spanish with thrilling local experiences, indigenous culture, and epic adventures! Buckle up—here’s what’s in store:
Quito: The Capital Kickoff!
Your adventure begins in Quito, the vibrant heart and historical center of Ecuador! Dive into the action with exciting outings like a trip to Mitad del Mundo (that’s right, you’ll be standing at the center of the world!), soaking in a magnificent natural hot spring, and biking through Cotopaxi National Park—home to the highest active volcano on the planet!
Cuenca: Colonial Charm or Amazonian Bliss?
Next up is Cuenca, a UNESCO treasure trove of colonial architecture and art! Explore captivating museums nestled in stunning old buildings, and don’t miss the ruins of Pumapungo! If you’re feeling adventurous, trade the city for the Amazon jungle! Get your adrenaline pumping with tubing down the river, building rafts, trekking through lush greenery, bird-watching, and diving into shamanic traditions!
Manta: Sun, Sea, and Soaring!
Next, let’s hit the beach in Manta! Here, you can try tandem paragliding for a bird’s-eye view of the coastline, visit the birthplace of the iconic Panama hat in Montecristi, and hop over to Isla de Plata—a.k.a. the ‘little Galapagos’—where you can spot whales in season!
Montañita: Surf’s Up!
Your final destination is the laid-back, funky surf town of Montañita! Join the surf craze with daily lessons, explore a hidden beach paradise, and whip up some delicious Ecuadorian dishes in a fun cooking class!
So, pack your bags and get ready to speak Spanish while soaking up the sun, culture, and adventure in Ecuador! Let’s make some unforgettable memories!
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 4 students |
Maximum | 6 students |
Age range | 18 years old and older |
Average | 26 years old (24 in the summer) |
Our teaching has more than 5 years of experience teaching Spanish as a second language. Our school was nominated for the Star Awards 2009 as one of the 5 top Spanish schools worldwide by travel agents.
The nationality and age mix at Montanita Spanish School varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 26. In the summer, the average age is 24.
Montanita Spanish School is located in a small surf village on the coast of Ecuador. This is the perfect place to learn Spanish in Ecuador. Located on Ecuador's famous beach of Montanita, you can study Spanish and surf, take salsa and yoga classes or go scuba diving in some of the most beautiful spots in the world.
We have excellent, friendly teachers and staff that are waiting to make your experience learning Spanish in Ecuador a fantastic one! Montanita Spanish School was voted one of the top five Spanish schools in the world by the STAR Awards for the quality of its Spanish courses, the location of the Ecuador Spanish school and the extra-curricular activities provided nearby Montanita.
Homestay made me learn a lot of Spanish is short period of time.
Show details » Read more...The teachers are fantastic-- I had Paul and Stalin and was so sad to leave the school. The classes are tiny--I only had 4 students in mine including myself. The location and facilities are so much nicer than anything I would have seen in the states and the activities were so much fun. Ronny, the surf instructor, was absolutely the best sports teacher I've ever encountered. He was very talented but also knew how to break it down for beginners.
Show details » Read more...Montañita was very good organized. The teachers and the classes where excellent because always in the right groups and always pushed in the right mood.
The different activities where very funny and the community was also very nice.
The host family was nice too and I recommend these types of experiences to everyone!
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. The school is also not authorized to issue documents to support your visa application. If you need a visa, you have to apply for a visitor or tourist visa on your own.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Montanita based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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