Does the mere thought of living out adventure travel in Spain get your heart racing and excitement levels spiking? In our humble opinion, you couldn’t have chosen a more action packed country to get started. Maybe the city life is your vibe and the unique architecture and nightlife of Barcelona and Madrid is calling your name. Or does unplugging from life and taking in the beauty of Spain’s nature and wildlife seem more up your alley?
Spain is a country that has it all: from busy cities to mountainside views like this one.
While running with the bulls may not be your style (or maybe it is) there are a plethora of Spain adventure tours just calling your name. If the options are getting a bit too overwhelming, we’ve got you covered! Let our list of the 10 top adventure tour companies ease your mind and get you pumped to pick your dream adventure travel programs in Spain!
Here’s a snapshot of the best adventure travel programs in Spain to get you started:
- GoEco
- The Experiment in International Living
- Global Works
- Travel for Teens
- Broadreach
- Agualiver Spanish School
- Instituto Hemingway
- Seville Abroad
- Putney Student Travel
- Seamester
10 best providers for adventure travel in Spain this year
1. GoEco—10 rating
“I spent 7 weeks volunteering for HelloBCN hostel in Barcelona. I have only been home for a few days, and I am already missing Barcelona and the hostel. It was one of the best summers I have ever had, largely thanks to the staff, the guests, and being able to get to know Barcelona...I am so lucky to have had this experience. Leaving Barcelona I have a much greater sense of independence and a newfound awareness of the sheer amount of different places and cultures the world has to offer. I have never had a stronger appetite to travel, and credit my time in Barcelona to opening my eyes to the fascinating world of travel.” —Clare, GoEco Alum
- Where? Barcelona
- When? Year Round
- Why? Experience all of Barcelona with an adventure tour or internship for 5-8 weeks or 9-12 weeks. Take in all that the city has to offer while learning Spanish and new savvy business skills! From hospitality internships to living the hostel life, Go Eco has you covered.
- Read more Go Eco reviews here
2. The Experiment in International Living—9 rating
“Overall this was such an amazing experience I'll always cherish with me. I've gotten to make new friendships with people I never knew before the trip. The homestay experience was integral to the cultural immersion, and it was an experience I'll never forget. At times there were random itinerary changes, which was sometimes frustrating. Regardless, this was truly a trip I'd do over again if i had the chance to.” —Veronica, EIL Alum
- Where? Gijon, Logrono, Madrid, Ubeda
- When? Summer
- Why? Get to know Spain while traveling to new areas and deepening your knowledge of its people and culture. Participate in a homestay to get know a Spanish family on a personal level. Visit a variety of UNESCO World Heritage sites, parks, and world class Museums.
- Read more The Experiment in International Living reviews here
3. Global Works—10 rating
“Naturally, I was really scared to go out of the country for 3 weeks without my family. And it felt unreal that I was traveling across the world as I was getting on the plane, but the whole group clicked immediately and I already felt at home. As you adventure throughout Spain and see cities including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Segovia, and Sebulcor, you get to know the Spanish language and culture. On top of sightseeing, you get to participate in fun activities, like kayaking, swimming at beaches, hiking, and bike riding throughout the cities. You also earn 40 hours of community service, as you work on wildlife and environmental preservation, wetlands, and living in a sustainable community.”—Sophie, Global Works Alum
- Where? Amayuelas, Arenas de San Pedro, Barcelona, Madrid
- When? Year Long
- Why? Spend 2-4 weeks experiencing parts of Spain that few get the opportunity to see. From the modern to the ancient, the sites are diverse and the adventures are varied. Participate in community service to further develop your knowledge of Spain and its needs while making new friends with other youth taking in Spain, just like you!
- Read more Global Works reviews here
4. Travel for Teens—9.8 rating
“Barcelona and Paris: two AMAZING cities and 10 days. What an adventure! This trip was so much fun, exploring the cities and immersing ourselves in the culture. The itinerary was full every day with different activities for us to participate in, as well as having some built-in free time to explore the cities. The counselors were super supportive and amazing people to have on the trip with us. This trip and TFT gave me the opportunity to explore yet another country in the world and learn the art of being a traveler and NOT being an artist! 10/10 would recommend.”—Mackenzie, TFT Alum
- Where? Barcelona and Paris
- When? Year Long
- Why? 1-2 weeks in two of the top international cities in the world will have you itching to travel...and travel some more! Intended to develop experiences for teens ages 14-17 will connect you with other like minded teens, with a passion for travel just like you! Taking in the unique architecture of Barcelona as well as the Eiffel tower in Paris is just a few of the experiences provided on this tour.
- Read more Travel for Teens reviews here
5. Broadreach—9.79 rating
“This was my first time out of the country, and I have to say that it was absolutely amazing. I have made really good friends, and I feel more comfortable with speaking spanish. I'm glad that this was my first time out the country, because I really want to go out again! This trip changed my view on life, for the better.”—Kelly, Broadreach Alum
- Where? Lots of countries...including Spain!
- When? Summer
- Why? Environment and adventure is what Broadreach specializes in...from Community service & volunteering to experiential Learning to language Immersion, you can find what you are looking for! Learn new skills such as sailing, scuba diving, horseback riding, hiking, and more. Taking a hands on approach is what sets these Spain adventure tours apart from the others.
- Read more Broadreach reviews here
6. Agualiver Spanish School —9.94 rating
“Qué experiencia tan increíble! I can’t recommend this Spanish immersion school highly enough. Not only did I improve my Spanish (from very little ) to a point where I could comfortably navigate myself around the beautiful towns of Andalucia, asking questions and understanding answers that would not have been possible before, but I also felt I had made lifelong friends of the wonderfully kind, patient and generous family that runs la escuela Agualivar.”—Asif, Agualiver Alum
- Where? Malaga, Nerja
- When? Year Long
- Why? Only four students per class and situated on a beachfront village in gorgeous Spain? Count me in! Not only will you immerse yourself in a full on Spanish speaking school, you will get to use your newfound skills to speak to the locals while exploring a rural part of Spain.
- Read more Agualiver Spanish School reviews here
7. Instituto Hemingway—7.5 rating
“The school, housing and most activities were close by in the center of town. The town is accessible with public transportation available everywhere. My host family was very gracious and took the time to talk with me daily and allowed me to experience the great food of Spain...I was able to stay in a studio apartment up the hill from the school, a five minute walk. I took classes for 4 hours each day and each of my instructors were great... I was there for three weeks, it was great! My volunteer experience in the afternoons was a rewarding memento working with children who were in need of love and daycare.”—Anna, Instituto Hemingway Alum
- Where? Bilbao, Burgos, Vitoria-Gasteiz
- When? Year Long
- Why? Learn Spanish in a supportive environment while learning about environmental and social issues of Spain. Invest in a 2-4 week program or a more immersive 5-8 week program. Live with a host family and take classes for part of the day, while spending the remainder of your time exploring all that the city has to offer!
- Read more Instituto Hemingway reviews here
8. Seville Abroad—10 rating
“I loved studying in Spain, it was such an unforgettable experience that I will gladly do it again. It was an adventure like nothing I ever had before, it made me rethink about my choices in life and my future pathway. I will never forget the people I met there, especially those who taught me much more than just the language and culture of Spain, the welcome I got was amazing and I will forever be grateful for all of it.”—Chirins, Seville Abroad Alum
- Where? Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Madrid, Malaga, Marbella, Nerja, Seville
- When? Year Round
- Why? Language, culture, and history blend together to create an opportunity to learn and live in a Spanish town or city. Experience excursions with fellow students and take in new experiences with a host family! All while based out of Seville, a city rich with history and adventure.
- Read more Seville Abroad reviews here
9. Putney Teen Student Travel—10 rating
“I had a great trip this summer in Spain. My group went all over the country and got a chance to see some places where tourists don't go, like the northern coast and the Picos de Europa, which are these really awesome mountains that nobody knows about except mostly Spanish people. We also went to Madrid for a few days, which was probably the best part of the trip, and then got to meet Spanish kids that are our same age and learned about just how they live and what their lives are like. It was hard to communicate at first, but I felt prepared from our language lessons to at least be able to have fun and get to know the locals!”—Henry, Putney Alum
- Where? Almunecar, Granada, Madrid, Oviedo, Valencia
- When? Year Long
- Why? Spend 2-4 weeks or 5-8 weeks becoming more proficient in Spanish and exploring parts of Spain that tourists rarely venture to. From a small coastal village to living with a host family to hiking up one of Spain’s tallest mountains, Putney has travel down to science for students ready to travel AND learn.
- Read more Putney Student Travel reviews here
10. Seamester—10 rating
“This program was both an excellent learning opportunity and a life-changing experience. I was able to learn seamanship and nautical science under experienced sailors while living at sea. I saw places few ever visit and from a perspective unlike that of a typical student abroad, and I immersed myself in a unique culture - a ship at sea - spurring not only social development but also personal growth. Some of my fondest memories were formed on my voyage and I left with a refined character and a genuinely new outlook on life. I cannot speak highly enough of the program and recommend it without hesitation to anyone with a sense of adventure.”—Kevin, Seamester Alum
- Where? Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Plus many more countries!
- When? Year Long
- Why? It’s a SEA-mester at sea! Get it? What could be more adventurous than learning while at sea and traveling to so many new and exciting locations?!? Earn up to 6 college credits while living at sea for 50 days. Develop skills in leadership, the environment, and communication all while learning with fellow adventure seeking students.
- Read more Seamester reviews here
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Once you’ve seen the inside of La Sagrada Familia, you’ll never want your adventure travel programs in Spain to end.
Focusing on reviews by past participants can give you a better idea of what to expect. By reading more reviews, you can discover what other students liked and disliked about their adventure travel in Spain program.
Although we focused on positive reviews, finding reviews that aren’t always a 10/10 can help give perspective on the negatives of a program. Of course we would love every program to have stellar reviews, but that is not always the case.
Feeling more prepared to choose your dream Spain adventure now? We sure hope so! While this list is not exhaustive, it provides a great starting place to get a feel for what you are looking for in an ideal program. True, the research might not be the most adventurous part, but it is essential for coming away with the best program for YOU!
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