Holiday itinerary
This is no ordinary Spanish language course; you’ll combine Spanish lessons with a host of adventure trips visiting some of the best locations Venezuela has to offer.
Some of the time will be based at the lodge by Playa Colorada beach with some weeks spent camping or on an expedition to fully experience Venezuela life whilst practising your Spanish in practical situations.
You’ll fit in 20 Spanish lessons each week around activities that include salsa dancing, kayaking, climbing, abseiling, mountain trekking, camping, snorkelling and much more during this 8 week unique ‘travelling classroom’ activity holiday.
Get more from your holiday, learn Spanish, experience all that Venezuela has to offer as you immerse yourself in the local culture, have fun and take home a new language skill that will stay with you forever.
Suitability
- Suitable for all levels from complete beginners to advanced Spanish learners
- Minimum age 18
Who Are Our Guests?
- People come from all over the world and you’ll never be placed in a class with just English speakers so that you use the language you are learning rather than resorting to chatting in English
- Ages vary, but the typical language learner falls in to the 20-60 age bracket though we have no age limit and we’ve had guests in their 70’s and 80’s studying languages with us
- During the summer and in university holiday times the average age typically drops and there are many guests in their 20’s
- Over 90% of our language learners travel solo and every school organises social and cultural activities to help you get to know others at the school outside of class
- Of course, everyone shares a passion or interest in discovering a new language and culture
Physical Fitness
- The physical aspects are not overly challenging, but a reasonable level of fitness is recommended as the weather can be extremely humid and you will be outside most of the time
- Climbing Mount Roraima is the most physical and sometimes mentally challenging part of the expedition as you will be climbing a mountain, depending on the time of year it may get cold, rain, etc. However the team is here to help anyone that struggles
- You will also get the opportunity to gain fitness in the optional team fitness mornings which take place on the beach, hills etc. there is also a basic gym for anyone wanting to use it
Travelling Classroom Spanish Course Start Days
- This unique learning holiday runs on set dates throughout the year
How Will I Learn Spanish?
- The travelling classroom means just that, you’ll have Spanish lessons wherever you are and the lessons will fit in around the activities and adventure planned for that week
- Wherever you find yourself, Spanish courses are focused on having fun and classes are highly interactive
- You will focus on the four main Spanish language skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- There will be individual and group work such as role plays and conversation practice in practical contexts
- You’ll also work on developing your grammar in practical contexts
- You will learn with a wide range of teaching aids; language text books, Spanish press, audio/video, Spanish songs or games and each week your linguistic skills are assessed to ensure you are always in the right group for your level
- Please note all Spanish lessons will be held in the native language of Spanish; a proven teaching technique that will fully immerse you in the language and accelerate your learning experience
Travelling Classroom Spanish Course Itinerary
Week 1 & 2 – Based in a shared room at the lodge by Playa Colorada beach
Introduction to modern Venezuela
For the first 2 weeks, you’ll have Spanish classes that will fit around the following activities & trips:
- Neighbouring islands & village visits
- Salsa & Merengue dancing lessons
- A 3 day kayaking expedition & dolphin encounter
- An introduction to rock climbing & abseiling course
Week 3 – Based in Caripe where you’ll be camping in tents
Coffee plantations & local fruit & vegetable farming culture
This week you’ll fit in Spanish lessons around a camping trip to Caripe in order to:
- Study the Guachero cabe and its inhabitants
- Visit coffee plantations
- Visit fruit & vegetable farms and local food markets
- Enjoy a mountain trek to waterfalls & caves
Week 4 & 5 – Based at the Orinoco Delta where you’ll be sleeping in hammocks
Experience the Ancient Warao Indian culture
For these 2 weeks you’ll practice Spanish daily in practical situations as you take a trip to the Orinoco Delta:
- Take a 10-12 day trek deep into the Orinoco Delta
- Visit remote Warao families and settlements
- Explore the waterways, jungles & sabana
- Experience the wildlife and flora
- Fish, learn to survive and live as the Warao have done for the past 20,000 years
Week 6 - Based in a shared room at the lodge by Playa Colorada beach
Explore the history & culture of Venezuela
This week you’ll be back at base as you take Spanish, history & culture classes:
- Take Spanish lessons combined with history & culture classes
- Take part in beach volleyball tournaments with locals
- Enjoy a cooking class to learn to cook local dishes
- Go snorkelling and visit the local Islands
- Visit the historical sites in Cumana
Week 7 & 8 – Based in Gran Sabana & Roraima where you’ll camp in tents
Ancient Pemon Indian culture
For your final two weeks, you’ll have 1 week of Spanish lessons as you explore Pemon Indian culture:
- Take Spanish lessons in your first week
- Take a jeep safari to the mystical highlands of Venezuela
- You’ll visit various indigenous settlements
- Your last week will be spent hiking to the top of Roraima
Accommodation
During the 8 weeks, you’ll spend some time camping where all camping equipment will be provided, although you may prefer to bring your own lightweight sleeping bag. During your stay at the lodge in Playa Colorada, you’ll have the following accommodation:
- You’ll stay in a shared room in the lodge
- Rooms are shared with up to 2 others
- You’ll check in on the Sunday afternoon before your course starts and check-out Sunday morning after the course ends
Extra Nights Accommodation
- It is possible to add an extra night in the lodge to the start or end of your course, if you’d like to do this, please email with the dates you are looking for
What Meals Are Included?
- You’ll have breakfast and dinner each day in the lodge
- Meals will be cooked for you by your hosts who run the lodge, if you have any dietary requirements, please add these to the special requests box at the time of booking
- There is a kitchen you are welcome to use if you’d like to make your own lunch
- When you are out travelling & camping, breakfast, lunch & dinner will be provided each day
Spanish Language Level Test
- On your first day, you’ll have a short level test
- This test will assess your understanding of the language and will help the course organisers to place you in the right class for your level
What Should I Bring?
- We recommend that you take a small Spanish dictionary, pens and paper with you
- To join in all of the activities on offer, you should bring water proofs, good walking or hiking boots, a day back pack, fleece or warm top, a 15-20 litre dry bag, a small towel & a head torch and a sleeping bag (note: a full kit list will be emailed to you after booking)
Other Courses Available
- If you can't spare 8 weeks then you can take a 5 week Spanish & Adventure course instead or if time is really limited then why not spend a week or two on the beach learning Spanish in Venezuela in stunning surroundings? To view all Spanish courses in Venezuela for all durations, click on the links
Combine adventure with learning Spanish on this unique travelling classroom Spanish course, have fun, meet new people and take home a new skill that will stay with you long after the activity holiday is over.