Learn Spanish while exploring Costa Rica & Panama
One trip, multiple destinations, one unforgettable experience.
Small groups
Travel and learn with a close-knit international group.
Certified teacher
A Spanish teacher travels with your group.
Real immersion
Use Spanish across multiple destinations and everyday moments.
Cultural experiences
Dance, cooking and local visits.
Built-in support
One journey, one learning path and built-in support.
What’s included?
One trip, multiple destinations, one unforgettable experience.
Airport pickup
Support from the moment you arrive.
Spanish lessons
Classes adapted to the group level and size.
Certified teacher
A certified Spanish teacher travels with your group.
Accommodation
Accommodation is arranged at each stop.
Transportation
Transportation between destinations is included.
Cultural experiences
Dance, cooking and local visits.
Adventures
Island trips, rafting, camping and sailing.
Daily breakfast
A simple start to each day.
Level placement
Spanish level placement and progress tracking.
From
Full journeys: $2,365 (3 weeks, Costa Rica) · $2,675 (4 weeks, Panama & Costa Rica)
Multi-destination journey
Teacher-led travel experience
Spanish + adventure + community
What if learning Spanish was part of your trip, not a pause from it?
The Travelling Spanish Classroom is a guided group experience where classes move with the rhythm of your journey. You’ll learn Spanish while exploring new places, traveling together with your teacher and classmates through Costa Rica and Panama.
One adventure, one learning path, built in support, zero logistics to worry about.
Travel together
Move through multiple destinations as one guided group.
Learn as you go
Spanish classes and real-life practice happen along the way.
Live the experience
Adventure, culture and friendships become part of the learning.
Made for travelers who want to learn while moving.
Solo travelers looking for a group experience
People who want to travel and keep learning
Those who prefer a ready-to-go, hassle-free adventure
Ages 18+ (or young at heart!)
Students combining learning, immersion and adventure in a limited timeframe
For students on sabbatical
Beginners to advanced
What students remember most.
Anna, Netherlands
I started from zero and ended up having real conversations in Spanish
“This was the best part of my trip. I started from zero and ended up having real conversations in Spanish, and real friendships too.”
Jake, USA
I learned more Spanish here in two weeks than in a whole semester back home.
“I learned more Spanish here in two weeks than in a whole semester back home. The vibe is relaxed, the people are welcoming, and the classes are actually fun.”
Julia, Germany
The Travelling Spanish Classroom gave me everything I wanted
“The Travelling Spanish Classroom gave me everything I wanted: learning, adventure, and friends from all over.”
Choose the journey that fits you.
The Travelling Spanish Classroom runs as scheduled group journeys. Each route combines Spanish lessons, travel and shared experiences across several destinations.
Panama City, Boquete, Bocas del Toro and Turrialba
Four stops across Panama and Costa Rica with guided Spanish learning, local culture and adventure along the way.
Playa Grande, Turrialba and Puerto Viejo
This route combines Pacific beach life, the Turrialba region, a rafting experience and the Caribbean coast.
Your journey, week by week.
Panama CitySan BlasBoqueteBocas del ToroTurrialbaPacuare RiverSiquirres
Classes are held in the morning (8:00–12:00) or the afternoon (13:00–17:00), depending on the weather and the activities. The plan may change because of weather or other circumstances.
Week 1 · Panama City & San Blas
Casco Viejo tourPanama CanalLatin dance2 nights in San Blas
See day by day
- Sunday: airport pick-up at Tocumen and transfer to the hostel. Level assessment at 5 pm, welcome drink and introduction talk at 6 pm.
- Monday to Wednesday: Spanish classes from 8:00 to 12:00.
- Monday: guided walking tour of Casco Viejo.
- Tuesday: Miraflores Locks and the Panama Canal visitor center.
- Wednesday: Latin dance class.
- Thursday and Friday: two nights on the San Blas Islands (Guna Yala), with meals and a trip to another island.
- Saturday: back to Panama City.
Week 2 · Boquete
Cooking classCanopy tourLatin danceBarbecue
See day by day
- Sunday: travel to Boquete, welcome drink and introduction to the school and the area.
- Monday to Friday: Spanish classes, in the morning or the afternoon.
- Monday: cooking class.
- Tuesday: canopy tour, ziplining through the treetops.
- Wednesday: Latin dance class.
- Thursday: free time.
- Friday: barbecue at the school.
- Saturday: travel by bus and boat to Bocas del Toro, welcome drink.
Week 3 · Bocas del Toro
Catamaran sailingCooking classLatin danceBarbecue
See day by day
- Sunday: catamaran sailing tour.
- Monday to Friday: Spanish classes, in the morning or the afternoon.
- Tuesday: cooking class.
- Wednesday: Latin dance class.
- Thursday: free time.
- Saturday: barbecue at the school and optional tours.
Week 4 · Turrialba & Pacuare River
Cooking classLatin danceFarewell barbecueOvernight rafting
See day by day
- Sunday: travel by boat and bus to Turrialba, Costa Rica. Welcome drink and introduction.
- Monday to Friday: Spanish classes, in the morning or the afternoon.
- Tuesday: cooking class.
- Wednesday: Latin dance class.
- Thursday: free time.
- Friday: optional level test, certificates and farewell barbecue.
- Saturday: overnight rafting trip on the Pacuare River, with a night at a jungle river camp.
- Sunday: the trip finishes in the early afternoon in Siquirres.
What’s included
- Airport pick-up at Tocumen (Panama City) and transfer to the hostel
- 3 weeks and 3 days of Spanish classes, with an instructor travelling with the group
- Shared accommodation at every stop, including San Blas and the river camp
- Transportation between locations (public transport)
- Daily breakfast, plus meals in San Blas and at the river camp
- 4 Latin dance classes, 3 cooking classes and the weekly barbecues
- Casco Viejo tour, Panama Canal visit, San Blas, canopy tour, catamaran sailing and Pacuare rafting
- Level evaluation at the start and certificate at the end
Not included
- Flights and travel insurance (insurance is required)
- Lunches and dinners, except in San Blas and at the river camp
- Snacks and drinks on outings, optional activities and souvenirs
- Guna Yala (San Blas) entry tax of $22, paid on arrival
- Border taxes and any tickets required to enter Costa Rica
- Room upgrades and extra or private classes
- Extra nights before the start or after the finish
San JoséPlaya GrandeTurrialbaPacuare RiverPuerto ViejoTortuguero
Spanish classes are 4 hours a day, usually in the morning, with activities in the afternoon and evening. Surf and yoga are optional add-ons. The plan may change because of weather or other circumstances.
Week 1 · San José & Playa Grande
Beach picnicSurf & yoga (optional)Latin dance
See day by day
- Sunday: transfer from the airport to the hostel in San José. Level assessment at 5 pm, welcome drink and introduction talk at 6 pm to meet the group.
- Monday: transfer to Playa Grande, first Spanish classes and a beach picnic.
- Tuesday to Thursday: Spanish classes (4 hours a day), with optional surf and yoga.
- Friday: Spanish classes and a Latin dance class.
- Saturday: free day for optional surf and yoga.
Week 2 · Turrialba & Pacuare River
Irazú VolcanoCacao & chocolate tourCooking classTree climbingPacuare rafting
See day by day
- Sunday: transfer to Turrialba with a visit to Irazú Volcano. Welcome drink and introduction to Turrialba.
- Monday: Spanish classes and a cacao and chocolate tour.
- Tuesday: Spanish classes, yoga and a cooking class.
- Wednesday: Spanish classes and a Latin dance class.
- Thursday: Spanish classes, nature talk and tree climbing.
- Friday: Spanish classes and a barbecue.
- Saturday: first rafting day on the Pacuare River and a night at the Gekui River Camp.
Week 3 · Puerto Viejo & Tortuguero
Caribbean ZumbaCaribbean cookingBarbecueTortuguero canoe tour
See day by day
- Sunday: second rafting day and transfer to Puerto Viejo. Welcome drink and introduction to Puerto Viejo.
- Monday to Friday: Spanish classes (4 hours a day), with optional surf and yoga.
- Monday: Caribbean Zumba class.
- Wednesday: Caribbean cooking class.
- Friday: barbecue.
- Saturday: transfer to Tortuguero, with a town tour and a canoe tour. Night at a hostel in Tortuguero.
- Sunday: the trip finishes, with a shuttle to Puerto Viejo, San José or La Fortuna.
What’s included
- Airport pick-up at Juan Santamaría (San José) and transfer to the hostel
- 3 weeks (15 days) of Spanish classes, with an instructor travelling with the group
- Shared accommodation at every stop, including the river camp and Tortuguero
- Transportation between locations and the shuttle on the last day
- Daily breakfast, plus meals at the river camp
- 3 Latin dance classes, 2 cooking classes, Caribbean Zumba and the Friday barbecues
- Beach picnic, Irazú Volcano, cacao farm tour, nature talk and tree climbing, Pacuare rafting and the Tortuguero expedition
- Level evaluation at the start and certificate at the end
Not included
- Flights and travel insurance (insurance is required)
- Lunches and dinners, except at the river camp
- Surf and yoga classes (optional)
- Snacks and drinks on outings, optional activities and souvenirs
- Any tickets required to enter Costa Rica
- Room upgrades and extra or private classes
- Extra nights before the start or after the finish
Good to know
- Surf and yoga are optional extras in Playa Grande and Puerto Viejo.
- Near Playa Grande, leatherback and hawksbill turtles can be seen from October to March.
- In Tortuguero, turtles nest from July to October, and hatchlings make their way to the ocean in November.
- After the trip you can add weeks in Turrialba, Puerto Viejo, Bocas del Toro or Boquete.
Got questions? We’ve got answers.
When and where does the journey start?
Each journey starts on a Sunday: at 5 pm with level assessments, followed at 6 pm by a welcome meeting with drinks and a briefing about the trip. The Panama & Costa Rica route starts in Panama City; the Costa Rica route starts in San José. Please be there before 5 pm, ideally arriving on Saturday night to acclimatize.
Where does it finish?
The Panama & Costa Rica route finishes on Sunday around 2 pm in Siquirres, Costa Rica. From there you can take the direct bus to San José or continue to the Caribbean coast. The Costa Rica route finishes after the Tortuguero expedition, with drop-off in San José, Puerto Viejo or La Fortuna. Onward travel is not included, and we recommend not planning a flight out of the country that same Sunday evening.
What is included?
Spanish classes with a Spanish-speaking instructor travelling with the group, airport pick-up on arrival, daily breakfast, travel expenses between destinations and the activities of each route. You start with a level evaluation (when you are not a total beginner) and receive a certificate at the end.
Can I join for only part of the journey?
Yes. You can book 1, 2 or 3 weeks, or the full 4 weeks on the Panama & Costa Rica route. See prices per week.
When are the departures?
Both routes depart almost every month, except May and June. See all departure dates.
How do I reserve my spot?
Send us your booking form. We reply with an invoice and a secure payment link, and a $250 deposit secures your place. There is also a one-time $50 registration fee. About two weeks before the start you receive a voucher with your arrival details.
What level do I need?
Total beginners are welcome. If you already speak some Spanish, you take a level evaluation at the start, and there is an optional level test at the end.
Can I extend my trip?
Yes. After the Panama & Costa Rica route you can add a 5th week in Puerto Viejo ($676), including transport from Siquirres, 5 days of classes, 6 nights of accommodation with breakfast, a Caribbean cooking class, a Latin Zumba class and an overnight Tortuguero expedition with transport to San José. After the Costa Rica route you can continue in Turrialba, Puerto Viejo, Bocas del Toro or Boquete.
Can I add surf or yoga classes?
Yes, on the Costa Rica route yoga and surf classes are available as optional extras. Ask us on WhatsApp for details.
What about cancellation?
Up to 2 weeks before the start, $150 of the $250 deposit can be refunded. Once the journey has started there are no refunds, except in exceptional cases that we review one by one. If part of the trip has to change for reasons beyond our control, we offer the best possible alternative.
Want to learn Spanish, make new friends, and explore incredible places?
Talk to us and join the next adventure.