Breathtaking views of the Andes greet you from the school's doorstep, located one block from the main square (Plaza de Armas) in an independent building. It has administration offices, many multi-media classrooms, an internet cafe with free Wi-Fi, small kitchen, a study/leisure space and a lovely sunny terrace. Capacity is 60-120 students/day.
What We Like:
Private room
Beautiful colonial town
Diverse mix of students
Cost of living is low
Intercambio program, great way to meet locals and gain a better understanding of their way of life and culture
Possible to switch to other school locations in the Sacred Valley and Tambopata Rainforest
What We Don't Like:
Basic living conditions (small room, plain food, etc)
Takes a few days to get used to the high altitude
Public safety concerns in certain areas of Peru
Many international tourists in Cusco
Usually a 30-minute walk or short commute to
Teachers' ability & experience varies
Participants:
Mixed nationalities and ages, with many students coming from Western and Northern Europe, North America, Brazil, Germany, the UK and Australia. University students, professionals and independent travelers
Past Participants Who Studied Spanish in Cusco
Nichole D.: My experience in Cusco, Peru was one of the best experiences of my life. The lessons were educational and fun, too. We volunteered at Clinica San Juan de Dios which is predominantly a holistic clinic for children. I not only learned a lot of Spanish, but improved on my nursing skills as well. See more reviews
