Spanish Summer Camp in Costa Rica

Spanish Summer Camp in Costa Rica

Expanish offers a Spanish immersion summer camp program for young people in Costa Rica, where teens build Spanish skills and ecological awareness through immersive experiences in a country that leads the world in sustainability.

🌴 Coming Summer 2027

Our Costa Rica Summer Camp is currently on pause as we work to bring you an even better experience. The program will return in 2027 with enhanced facilities and expanded activities in Costa Rica.

See What a Summer Camp Is Like

Teens 12–17 from around the world come together at our Spanish summer camp in Costa Rica. Expanish creates a space for language immersion, cultural adventures, outdoor exploration, and authentic Pura Vida living.

Spanish Summer Camp in Costa Rica

Our boutique summer camp in Costa Rica welcomes international students to a destination renowned for its lush rainforest, rich biodiversity, and iconic Volcanos. With small classes, sustainability-focused workshops, and engaging outdoor activities, teenagers enjoy the perfect blend of education and adventure. Students leave empowered with enhanced Spanish skills, deeper environmental awareness, new friends from around the world, and memories shaped by the Pura Vida lifestyle.

Spanish Classes
  • Max 15 per class

  • All levels welcome

  • Native teachers

  • 15 lessons weekly

Costa Rica Culture
  • Latin dance classes

  • Hot springs evenings

  • Souvenir shopping

  • Talent shows

Eco-Workshops
  • Eco-Farming & Farm-to-Table Cooking

  • Eco-Education & Community Connection

  • Sustainability Leadership

Global Friends
  • 14+ nationalities

  • Lifelong connections

  • Shared adventures

  • Your international family

Why Expanish?

Safety and Comfort

Our summer programs in Costa Rica include travel health insurance, round-the-clock supervision, and a dedicated emergency helpline, ensuring a safe, supportive, and worry-free experience for students and families.

Innovative and Personalized Learning

Expanish has 19+ years of experience offering award-winning Spanish immersion programs. We've helped over 20K students join the Spanish-speaking world.

Cultural Diversity and Expanish Excellence

Our summer camps welcome multicultural students from all corners of the globe. Last year we had students from 14 different countries!

Sustainability Workshops

During our summer immersion in Costa Rica, students participate in three weekly sustainability workshops designed to connect them with the country's ecological values through hands-on experiences. Each week brings new tasks, themes, and activities within an inspiring Pura Vida environment.

Eco-Farming & Farm-to-Table Cooking
Eco-Education & Community Connection
Sustainability Leadership & Eco-Certification

Vibrant Cultural and Social Experiences

Learning Spanish goes far beyond the classroom. Through evening activities, excursions, and weekend adventures, students practice their Spanish while exploring Costa Rica's vibrant culture and stunning landscapes. Every day brings new opportunities to connect with friends and live the Pura Vida lifestyle.

Cultural & Evening Activities
  • 3-5 afternoon activities per week.

  • Each activity lasts 2-4 hours.

  • Latin dance classes, board games, souvenir shopping, hot springs evenings, talent shows, and more.

Excursions
  • 1 full-day excursion per week (for all students).

  • 1 half-day excursion per week (for students continuing into the following week).

  • Packed lunch & transfers included during full-day outings.

Adventure and Fun
  • Rafting, Bajos del Toro Waterfalls, Río Celeste and other eco-focused

    outdoor trips.

Accommodation

Campers stay at Hotel Faro Arenal, a family-run eco-property made up of charming cabins for four students surrounded by tropical gardens and mountain views.

Hotel Faro Arena

Students stay together in a natural and welcoming environment that reflects the essence of Costa Rica. The hotel team and Expanish staff are present to ensure comfort, supervision, and support throughout the entire stay.

Accommodation Features

Shared cabins immersed in nature with A/C

Full-board: all meals provided

On-site swimming pool

The property grows part of its own produce

24-hour residence staff for student support

Security guard on evenings and weekends

See how our students live the Expanish experience

Group of Expanish summer camp students on a city excursion, enjoying an outdoor activity together.
Expanish summer camp students wearing costumes during a cultural activity.
Expanish summer camp students participating in an interactive group game inside a classroom.

Summer Camp in Costa Rica: Frequently Asked Questions

Terms and Conditions

  • You can find our terms and conditions of our summer camps in this link.

  • For students under 18, parental consent is required. Read Our Minor Policy.