Guatemala: Learn Spanish & Cultural Immersion Tour
Program Overview
More than a language program, this two-week tour offers full immersion in Spanish while experiencing Guatemala’s rich culture and community. You’ll stay with a local family, enjoying home-cooked meals, while completing 18 hours of personalised one-to-one Spanish lessons, tailored to your level and pace.
This immersive program alternates between Spanish classes and hands-on activities with local NGOs and community projects, giving you a chance to put your Spanish into practice in real-life situations. You may help build stoves, visit coffee farms run by ex-guerrilla fighters and discuss Guatemala’s civil war, support children’s rights organizations, or join chocolate and cooking classes. Each activity reinforces lessons, improves vocabulary, and builds your confidence when speaking with local people. Bilingual guides are available if needed, but you are encouraged to communicate in Spanish whenever possible.
Suitable for learners at all levels, the tour combines language learning with cultural exploration and social impact. Engage with community-led initiatives, build friendships, gain insight into Guatemalan traditions, and experience the power of local social change firsthand.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- Backpacking
- Cooking
- Eco Tours
- Heritage Tourism
- Homestay
- Nature Tours
- Student Tours
- Tours
- Vacation Packages
- Spanish
Updated Feb 25, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- Spanish
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
Age Requirement
All Ages
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FAQs
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Is this a group trip?
Each tour operates in small groups of at least 3 participants, keeping things flexible and personal. Solo travelers can join our scheduled group departures, while private groups can request custom dates.
How much is the program cost?
This 2-week tour is $2,055 per person.
What is included and not included?
What's included:
From the moment you arrive, everything’s taken care of, including one-on-one Spanish lessons, accommodation, meals three times a day, all local transport, and a full itinerary of activities and guided experiences that connect you with the heart of Guatemala.
What's not included:
- Flights
- Visas
- Medical & travel insurance
- Vaccinations
- Snacks and meals outside the included main meals
- Personal shopping
How does the booking process work?
Solo travelers:
To secure a spot on the scheduled tour date, we ask for a $400 deposit. This is refundable only if the minimum number of participants is not met. We will notify you at least 1 month before the departure date if the tour cannot go ahead.
Groups:
For groups of 3 or more, we require a $140 deposit per person, which is non-refundable.
All deposits are deducted from the final price.
What kind of activities will I do?
Activities vary but include hands-on support with community projects, cultural workshops, cooking or chocolate classes, and visits to local initiatives. You’ll practice Spanish daily in real-life situations.
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