- Costa Rica
About Program
Learn Spanish in Costa Rica with EF Language Abroad and immerse yourself in pura vida culture.
Study at our fully accredited language campus just steps from the beach in Playa Tamarindo—one of the country’s most vibrant surf towns. EF offers flexible start dates every Monday and programs that fit your goals. Choose your course intensity, stay with a local host family or in a student residence, and enjoy thrilling excursions like volcano hikes, jungle ziplining, and surf lessons. Our experienced native-speaking teachers help you master Spanish through interactive classes and real-world practice. Make international friends, explore Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity, and gain fluency in one of the most beautiful destinations on Earth.
Ready to speak Spanish in paradise? Costa Rica is calling.
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Program Highlights
- Tropical Campus: Former resort close to a lush forest with exotic wildlife. Private swimming pool, sundeck & tropical garden on site
- Nature’s Haven: Tamarindo is a beach town surrounded by stunning nature. 10-min walk to stunning beaches & town center
- Top activities include a volcano hike, zip-lining, volunteering with sea turtles, or a weekend trip to Panama or Nicaragua.
- Study from 2 weeks up to a full year, start any Monday.
- Choose to reside with a local host family or in the EF Residence, an international dorm.
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