Costa Rica · Spanish & Cultural Immersion Trip 2026
Costa Rica Spanish & Cultural Immersion
A 12-day immersion trip in Tilarán, Guanacaste, combining Spanish practice, host family living, waterfalls, beaches, forests, farms and authentic Costa Rican culture.
Program overview
A nature-rich immersion experience in Tilarán, Guanacaste.
The Costa Rica program is designed for participants who want to improve Spanish through real cultural interaction. Students stay with host families, share home-made meals, receive Spanish instruction and explore local destinations throughout the program.
Tilarán offers a welcoming environment near Lake Arenal, waterfalls, lookouts, farms, forests and the Pacific region, making it ideal for Spanish learning away from massive tourism.
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Host families
Participants stay with local families, with meals, Wi-Fi and laundry included.
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Spanish instruction
Conversational and grammar lessons support practical communication.
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Nature & culture
Excursions connect Spanish learning with landscapes, farms and communities.
Spanish learning becomes more meaningful when participants live the culture.
This landing page sells the full experience: a destination, a community, a family environment, guided excursions and practical Spanish in real-life settings.
What is included?
Clear information builds trust.
Included
- Spanish instruction in Tilarán
- Class materials: workbook, pen and notebook
- Host family room and board
- Home-made meals, Wi-Fi and laundry
- Listed excursions and field trips
- Transportation from/to Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia
- In-land transportation with professional drivers
Not Included
- Airfare
- Tourist taxes or airport fees
- Medical expenses
- Travel and medical insurance
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Personal bottled water if preferred
Program cost
All core experiences in one clear price.
The program cost includes Spanish instruction, class materials, host family room and board, meals, Wi-Fi, laundry, listed excursions and in-land transportation.
Ask About AvailabilityCosta Rica 2026 Program Dates
Choose the group date that works best for your availability.
| Group | Dates | Check-in | Check-out | Cost |
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| Group 1 | June 28 – July 09, 2026 | June 28 | July 09 | US $1,000 |
| Group 2 | July 27 – August 07, 2026 | July 27 | August 07 | US $1,000 |
| Group 3 | August 16 – August 27, 2026 | August 16 | August 27 | US $1,000 |
June 28 – July 09, 2026
June 28
July 09
July 27 – August 07, 2026
July 27
August 07
August 16 – August 27, 2026
August 16
August 27
Ready to learn more about Costa Rica?
Recommended airport: Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia, Guanacaste. Transportation from/to this airport is included in the program.