Learn Spanish in Montanita

Montanita, Ecuador

School Type: 1st Choice
Language Taught: Spanish
Spanish Program Quality: Excellent
Homestay Interaction: Lots of Interaction
Homestay Comforts: Average
School Organized Activities: Many

Learning Spanish abroad in Montanita, Ecuador is one of many language immersion programs offered by AmeriSpan. Ecuador was named for its position on the Equator and is bordered by Colombia, Peru and the Pacific Ocean. Not many countries as small as Ecuador have such diverse climate regions. This country has the tallest active volcano in the world, great white sand beaches, tropical rain forests, deep crevasses, colorful Indian markets and is well known for its social and political stability.

Learn Spanish Language in Ecuador:
Over the last few years Montanita has been discovered as one of the premier beach towns of the coast. Its many diving sites and the nearby Isla del Plata make it known for its world-class diving. Although it's small, it is a booming beachside retreat attracting international travelers as well as an alternative Ecuadorian crowd. This is an ideal location to relax while practicing your Spanish with locals and meeting other travelers.

Montanita Spanish School Facilities:

Perched on a hill, the school has a breathtaking view of the town of Montanita and its surrounding coastline. It is just a ten-minute walk from the cabanas, one minute from the center of town and 3 minutes to the beach. It occupies the top two floors of the building, with 4 classrooms and central offices. The expansive terrace at the top of the building serves as recreational and classroom space with a wonderful view. Capacity is for 40 students per day.

What We Like:

Private room
Diverse mix of students
Proximity to beaches
School organizes some activities
Surfing & scuba diving

What We Don't Like:

Basic living conditions
Usually, 2.5 hour commute from nearest airport

Participants:

Most students are from Europe and North America. Students range from 18-60 years old.

Accreditation Memberships:

Nominated in 2009 for LTM Star Award for Best Spanish Language School.

Past Participants Who Studied Spanish in Montanita

Janine G.: Affordable, great selection of fun activities.
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General Spanish Classes in Montanita, Ecuador

4 hrs/day classes (20 hrs/wk)
Group classes (max 6)
Private room with host family (2 meals daily)
Cabana (private room & bathroom / shared kitchen available)
Mini-Dorm (shared room with up to 4 people, no meals)
Daily organized activities

Additional Options (extra cost):

One-on-one classes

Spanish and Surfing

2013 Prices

(Click to see prices for 2012)

Course Name	1 Wk	2 Wks	3 Wks	4 Wks	Add'l Wks	Class Size	Meals
4 hrs/day Group w/homestay	$315	$600	$885	$1170	$290	max 6	2
4 hrs/day Group w/cabana	$310	$590	$870	$1145	$285	max 6	0
4 hrs/day Group w/mini-dorm, shared room	$260	$485	$710	$940	$230	max 6	0
4 hrs/day Group classes only	$180	$330	$480	$630	$155	max 6	0

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Airport Pickup:

$90

Airport Pickup Comments:

Airport pickup is available from Guayaquil.

Program Additions & Upgrades:

* Private classes: $11/hour (min 20hrs/wk)
* Extra homestay nights: $20/night
* Extra cabana nights: $20/night
* Extra mini-dorm nights: $15/night

Start Dates:

Any Monday

Closed Dates:

2013: 1/1, 2/11, 2/12, 3/29, 5/1, 5/24, 10/11, 12/25