cotococha Lodge
Spanish classes in the Amazon at Cotococha Lodge!
Cotococha Lodge (photos above) is an ecotourism lodge in the Ecuadorian Amazon region that works with Rainforest Alliance to minimize its impact on the surrounding environment. There are 22 spacious bungalows built in traditional Amazon style that blend with the incredible rain forest that surrounds it.
In addition to studying Spanish for 4 hours a day there are planned excursions and activities to keep you busy for the week, exploring the surrounding jungle, river, and local culture.
Students leave Quito for Tena on Sunday, in order to spend the night there before continuing on to the lodge on Monday morning. After a week of classes and activities the program ends on Friday. From there you can either stay an extra night in Tena where you can enjoy white-water rafting or other activities, or return to Quito with your teacher.
Email us to find out more details of this Study and Travel package, or check out Yachana’s website for more information and photos.
"What an amazing week - just like something out of National Geographic! Cotococha was wonderful and my teacher (V) was a great companion as well as teacher throughout the week. We saw so much I can't begin to describe it all!
At Cotococha Lodge all the bungalows are equipped with a private bathroom, a private veranda with reclining chairs or hammocks where you can relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Ecuadorian Amazon. Social areas are carefully decorated and offer all comfort and cosiness for an unforgettable stay in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
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About this program:
Enjoy a fascinating week in the Amazon region, exploring the cultural and biological diversity of the rainforest while you study Spanish with your own teacher.
Some of the activities on offer:
- Hike into primary and secondary rainforest to spot mammals, birds and insects.
- Spot native plants and trees, and learn about their medicinal and ceremonial uses.
- Early morning birdwatching trip to an island upriver where there are over 30 species of birds including Whitehawk and Blackhawk eagles.
- Explore the 1740 hectares of private reserve and biological station.
- Night hikes to spot rare animals and insects, snakes, frogs and spiders.
- Take part in traditional shamanic cleansing ritual.
- Visit the local elementary school and clinic funded by Yachana.
- Try basketweaving and other crafts
- Watch local families pan for gold
- Swim and canoe in the Napo river.