



MAXIMO NIVEL
Why choose MAXIMO NIVEL?
Maximo Nivel is a leading educational travel and study abroad organization. We offer a range of programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru, including Volunteer Abroad, International Internships, Native Spanish Program, TEFL Certification, Adventure and Culture programs, and more. We offer comprehensive instruction and learning, academic credit for most programs, and a fun and professional environ...
Maximo Nivel is a leading educational travel and study abroad organization. We offer a range of programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru, including Volunteer Abroad, International Internships, Native Spanish Program, TEFL Certification, Adventure and Culture programs, and more. We offer comprehensive instruction and learning, academic credit for most programs, and a fun and professional environment. Founded in 2003, Maximo Nivel is a professional, ethical, and hardworking organization dedicated to providing a great experience to every student, participant, and client. We aim to deliver safe, affordable, high-quality programs, provide the best Spanish language immersion in Latin America, improve the impact at every volunteer project site where our volunteers work, train and certify world...
MAXIMO NIVEL Reviews
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Puta Vita
December 20, 2025by: Rosalia Zitta - CanadaProgram: Volunteer Adventure—2 weeks in Costa RicaWonderful staff and excellent excursions every one was fabulous . Experience not available in Canada so very unique 👍💕! Friendly friendly friendly!!!! Everyone e outdid themselves. The staff at Maximo Nivel are amazing so friendly and kind
My time on the TEFL course
December 20, 2025by: Oskar Lambert - United KingdomProgram: Top-Rated TEFL Certification with Job Placement GuaranteeI spent 4 weeks on the TEFL course in Quepos, Costa Rica. This is a relatively intensive course including multiple opportunities for practical teaching and theoretical assignments. This is not a cheap course, but you pay for what you get. Lewis is an excellent instructor. His lessons are high quality, thorough and very engaging. You will not be bored! For the first two weeks our class had only myself and one other, which was not what I had been expecting. However, this allowed for a more personal lesson environment, which was very nice. There are frequent feedback opportunities and the learning curve is appropriate. You are not jettisoned right into full teaching right away. Things build up nicely so that you are fully prepared for full class teaching. There is no stress, But do expect to work hard and dedicate time away from class to prepare for lessons and complete your assignments.
An Amazing Experience
December 20, 2025by: Jesse Greene - United StatesProgram: TEFL/TESOL Costa Rica with Job Placement Guarantee!This TEFL course was incredibly worthwhile and surpassed all my expectations. As a hybrid student I completed the first half of the course online and the second half in-person in Costa Rica. Lewis is an outstanding teacher, and not only prepared us well, but truly made the classes fun. Also, the central location in Quepos was great. I would highly recommend getting TEFL certified with Maximo, and especially at this location with Lewis.
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Sarah Danielle Mestas
Participated in 2018
Sarah Danielle is a 24 years old who is currently a kindergarten teacher in California. She has worked with children ages 1-16 over the last six years...

Sarah Danielle Mestas
Participated in 2018
After teaching English in Italy in 2016, I realized that I wanted to take this career path more seriously and invest in my education with a TEFL certification. I want to teach in a country that is different than America, where I can genuinely make a difference and help children to have more opportunities in their lives by speaking English and having me as their teacher.

Ken Jones
Interviewed in 2018
Ken and his partner Giovanna are the Founders of Maximo Nivel—the Intercultural Center of Latin America. Maximo Nivel is a locally-based, social enter...

Ken Jones
Interviewed in 2018
What inspired you to travel abroad?
Today on GoAbroad we bring you an interview with Ken. Our interview today jumps into some of the new and exciting developments at Maximo Nivel. See why going abroad with this dynamic organization could be the perfect fit for you!

Tyler Werboweski
Participated in 2017
Tyler is a primary care paramedic from Canada. He has traveled to many places before as a tourist, and this experience has given him a new vision of the world.

Tyler Werboweski
Participated in 2017
By volunteering with Maximo Nivel, I was able to volunteer and be immersed in the culture of the city I helped in. Traveling has always been a passion of mine, and this program allowed me to travel the world in an aspect most tourists never get to experience!
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Maximo Nivel is a leading educational travel and study abroad organization. We offer a range of programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru, including Volunteer Abroad, International Internships, Native Spanish Program, TEFL Certification, Adventure and Culture programs, and more. We offer comprehensive instruction and learning, academic credit for most programs, and a fun and professional environment. Founded in 2003, Maximo Nivel is a professional, ethical, and hardworking organization dedicated to providing a great experience to every student, participant, and client. We aim to deliver safe, affordable, high-quality programs, provide the best Spanish language immersion in Latin America, improve the impact at every volunteer project site where our volunteers work, train and certify world...

MAXIMO NIVEL

MAXIMO NIVEL
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Maximo Nivel is a leading educational travel and study abroad organization. We offer a range of programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru, including Volunteer Abroad, International Internships, Native Spanish Program, TEFL Certification, Adventure and Culture programs, and more. We offer comprehensive instruction and learning, academic credit for most programs, and a fun and professional environment. Founded in 2003, Maximo Nivel is a professional, ethical, and hardworking organization dedicated to providing a great experience to every student, participant, and client. We aim to deliver safe, affordable, high-quality programs, provide the best Spanish language immersion in Latin America, improve the impact at every volunteer project site where our volunteers work, train and certify world...
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