Trip at a Glance
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- Learn Spanish from native speakers with 3:1 student:instructor ratio
- Explore two culturally rich and vastly different Central American countries
- Study Spanish in tranquil town of Orosi surrounded by spectacular mountains
- Home stay for a week with a gracious Costa Rican family
- Work and play at a Nicaraguan orphanage on stunning Ometepe Island
- Whitewater raft down the world renowned Pacuare River
- Embark on a zip-line canopy tour through a Nicaraguan jungle
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Location:Costa Rica – Rio Pacuare and Orosi; Nicaragua – Granada and Ometepe
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Experience required:One year high school Spanish
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Ages:Teens finishing grades 9–12, grouped into separate trips of 10–12 participants by age
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Tuition: 22 days, $4,980
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Community service:30+ hours
Additional activities include:
- Whitewater rafting
- Cultural excursions
- Hiking
- Zip lining
- Camping
Credit Earned:
- Two college language credits through Lesley University; 30+ community service hours
Academic Evaluation:
- Oral and written Spanish exam, light homework, reading and oral comprehension, journal
Additional Information:
- This Academic Treks program includes home stays and/or time spent in cities. As with all Academic Treks programs, our strict rules regarding maintaining a healthy atmosphere apply. Conduct such as drinking or smoking is not permitted.
Program Comparison:
- Use the AT Program Comparison Chart to pick the best trip for you.
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