Enchanted Galapagos Spanish Program

Amazonas Education & Travel

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Study Spanish and enjoy a wonderful and unique nature!

Study Spanish and be prepared to explore and enjoy the incredible and unique flora and fauna of the Galapagos Islands where Charles Darwin developed the “Theory of Evolution”.

This is a great program where you can combine your Spanish classes with professional guided excursions to explore and discover the incomparable beauty of the Enchanted Galapagos Islands.

Our Galapagos program is based in the heart of Puerto Ayora, the main city of Santa Cruz Island, very close to the Charles Darwin Station, the harbor and beautiful beaches. Enjoy while you are studying in the morning and be prepared to explore the pristine of the islands in the afternoon!

Includes:

20 hours of Spanish classes per week

Teaching materials

Double accommodation in very comfortable rooms with private bathroom

Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Monday morning to Saturday afternoon

Excursions with a naturalist guide and/or your teacher

Transfer in and transfer out on the Galapagos

Notice: It does not include Airfare round trip, Entrance fee Galapagos National Park and Transit Control Card.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-2 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Activity
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Quito.

Class size

Average 4 students
Maximum 6 students

Student age

Age range 9 years old and older
Average 34 years old
(28 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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"Effective professional learning"

Ellen Brinch Vestergård, student from Denmark

I booked a Group course but received one-on-one lessons only, because I was the only student during the three weeks. My teacher was highly qualified, professional, and personal at the same time. I enjoyed the lessons very much and learned what was possible within the time given. I liked her teaching methods which consisted of 50% conversation and 50% focus on language and grammar.

The school was situated 2 kms from my homestay - a perfect distance for a walk - and in the center of Quito, which was nice.

The interior of the school was warm and welcoming - of course it was a little strange to be the only student - but I had a good and pleasant time with my teacher.

The 3 cultural activities were fine, and for me they were sufficient because I also like doing things on my own; it is exhausting to be in a one-on-one learner situation for 8-10 hours!

My homestay was okay. I didn't need or want to eat 3 meals a day - I preferred the independence - but the family was friendly and we also did some things together. My room was big with a private bath, which I liked.

It was difficult to practice my Spanish with my family because I was too tired after lessons and their Spanish of course was harder to understand than the teacher's!

I now know that next time I book a Spanish course I will prefer one-on-one lessons, and I will book an Airbnb instead of a homestay - the latter is better value for money - and you can get the personal contact and practice your Spanish anyway!

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
5 Jan 2015 - 23 Jan 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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Housing

Amazonas E&T offers the following housing types:
homestay

Ecuadorian family

Included
weekly
Age range: 9 - 90 years old
Location: In the city center of Quito
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, and tV room
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
Included
Experience "Full Spanish immersion" with an Ecuadorian family!

Our homestays provide you with reinforcement of what you have learned during the day, in a family-like atmosphere. Living with an Ecuadorian family is perhaps one of the nicest ways to learn Spanish and to get to know the culture of Ecuador.

Our families are carefully screened to ensure a comfortable environment in which to live while attending our school. All families reside in short walking distance or bus ride away, in quiet and safe residential sectors of the city. The families, like you, look forward to meeting someone from a different culture.

Try it and you will find it one of the most rewarding experiences! You get a very comfortable and private bedroom, three meals per day (breakfast, lunch and dinner), laundry service, and the opportunity to learn about our customs and improve your Spanish.

Any particular needs, be it dietary, rooming arrangements (for couples or singles), private bathroom, or non-smoking environment, we have a suitable family for you
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

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 Quito based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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