Ometepe Spanish School

General Info

On November 9th, 2009, SSS is opening a new school location on the beautiful island of Ometepe!

Reservations must be made at least 15 days before the start of classes.

To register please visit the SSS school, use our regular registration form (and specify Omepete on line #14. "Special Comments, Interests or Homestay Preferences"), or email us at sjdsspanish @ yahoo.com


Ometepe Spanish School Activities

  • Punta de Jesus Maria (best place to photograph the two amazing volcanoes on the island)
  • Local Museums: a museum of local history and an archeological museum ($6 extra fee includes both museums)
  • Beach trips
  • Canopy tour ($10 extra fee)
  • Easy hike to Cascada del San Ramon ($10 extra fee), a beautiful waterfall.
  • Climb to the top of a volcano (extra fee applies to pay for a guide) as part of the Cascada del San Ramon activity. Note: this is a very strenuous hike so students should be in good physical condition to participate.
  • Visit local farms
  • Horseback riding
  • Natural springs and other beautiful outdoor points of interest
  • Visit to local orphanage
  • Visits to el Charco Verde nature reserve
  • It is possible to do all this and more in your week at OSS as we can fit several activities in a day.
  • Some activities may include an extra $2-5 fee. Exceptions are noted above.

A student enjoys swimming at el Ojo de Agua

 

A view of the Cascada del San Ramon


Prices

One all inclusive week: $260 (includes classes, homestay and activities - note there may be small additional charges for some activities)
Two weeks all inclusive multi-location: $460 (one week at San Juan del Sur and one at Ometepe
)
Three weeks all inclusive multi-location: $660 (two weeks at San Juan del Sur and one at Ometepe)
Weekend getaway to Ometepe: $100 (Saturday to Sunday trip. $100/person includes two days on Ometepe, lodging for Saturday night, meals, additional Spanish language practice, a bilingual guide to take you to all of the best spots on the island, and transportation from San Juan del Sur to Ometepe)
.

Other costs:
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Travel from San Juan del Sur to Ferry $20 for 1 person or $30 for 2 people (one way)
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Ferry to Ometepe: 60 Cordobas (approx. $3.00 USD)
- Open air boat to Ometepe: 30 Cordobas
Note: The school is very close to the island's dock and we will make arrangements to meet you at the dock when your ferry or boat arrives.

**Ask about our discounts for groups (minimum of 4 people)**

 


Program Info

  • Week begins on Monday morning and ends on Saturday
  • Classes begin Monday afternoon from 1pm - 5pm
  • Tuesday -Thursday classes in the morning with an afternoon activity
  • Friday "clase práctica"
  • Saturday return to San Juan del Sur or visit other cities like Granada
  • Email us with any questions!

 


Students and teachers enjoy a trip to the Cascada del San Ramon


Students and teachers at the Ometepe Spanish School

 

 

Students and teachers enjoy a hike and photo op on beautiful Ometepe



 


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