Study Spanish and Surf Costa Rica

Manual Antonio & the famous Nacional Parque Manuel Antonio

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a small and very safe country (it doesnt even have an army!), situated in an excellent location just north of the equator. So it is always warm! It has a great variety of  flora and fauna, and is surrounded by the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. It covers a territory of 51,000 square kilometers. It’s many natural attractions include more than a dozen volcano’s, rain forests, and stunning beaches. Costa Rica has set aside a quarter of its land for nation al parks. No other country n the world has done this. It is a wildlife lovers dream. This combination of natural wonders makes Costa Rica one of the most visited countries in Latin America. Costa Rica is an excellent choice to study Spanish abroad

The people of Costa Rica are called Ticos and they are very friendly and welcoming to visitors. We are located right near the famous Manuel Antonio National Park which has some of the best beaches on Costa Rica´s Pacific coast for swimming and snorkeling. The park is also wonderful for short walks or full-day hikes. This park is a combination of rainforest, beautiful white sand beaches abounding in flora and fauna and great views. You can see howler, squirrel, and white-faced monkeys; two-toed sloths; coatimundis; raccoons; iguanas and over 350 species of birds and other animal species. In Manuel Antonio, the mountains meet the ocean. It is paradise! Our facilities have a great view of the ocean and are just 2 miles from the beach.

Quepos

Manual Antonio and Quepos (its neighbouring village) is one of the Central Pacific's most well sort after destinations. Partly because it has a 'funky' beach town (15,000 people)  feel to it, and also due to its proximity to fantastic Parque Nacional Manual Antonio. There are beaches right her in town, including our local surf beachs! Quepos has a 'go for it feel' - with dozens of  tour operators who run adventure trips into the raging rivers and wild mountain terrain just outside town. The streets are often deserted during the day when travelers are out exploring, or surfing, but come sunset, doors and windows open up everywhere, and the chatter of an upbeat population mixes with the relaxing beat of Latino music.

Nacional Parque Manuel Antonio - Adventures & Tours

Costa Rica is an outdoor adventurer’s dream with rivers, beaches, mountains, and tropical rainforest packed into a relatively small country of which over 27% is protected. Our home in Manuel Antonio, on the central Pacific Coast, is famed to be the perfect base from which to explore this rich biodiversity and many natural attractions.

Manuel Antonio National Park is the most popular and visited National Park of Costa Rica. These beaches are said to be the most beautiful in the country, lined with lush forest. The forest is home for sloths, iguanas, the rare and adorable squirrel monkeys, the white face monkeys and thousands of colourful little crabs. The trail that winds  up to Punta Catedral offers  spectacular views.

There is an abundance of activities in the area. Among others, we offer rafting on the Naranjo and Savegre Rivers, tours of Manuel Antonio National park, Kayaking and Boat tours of the Mangrove Estuary at Damas Island, Ocean Kayaking in the Pacific Ocean, horseback riding, canopy tours, etc. Although not included in the tuition fees, these tours are available through the Spanish & Surf School at well discounted prices

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