With
a population of more than 3.000.000 people, Costa Rica is a
political oasis of tranquility in Central America well known for its
dedication to preserving its natural wonders and wildlife, just north of
Panama. Because it is so tropical, the plants, flowers, and beaches are
some of the most beautiful and unique in Latin America. The population is
mostly descended from Spaniards, with African, indigenous and Chinese
minorities.
Costa Rica is world famous for drawing tourists from all over the
world to admire and enjoy its tropical beauty. It is country actively
engaged in wildlife conversation and allows Enforex students to explore
the tropics with minimal damage. Mostly coastline, Costa Rica
offers students some of the best beaches and surfing in the region.
Monteverde
is a small rural area that includes a cloud forest. The average daily
temperature is 18 to 24° C (65 to 75° F). The climate is typically cool
and at times wet. If you plan to visit during the rainy season (May -
December), we recommend bringing rain gear and waterproof shoes or boots (especially
if you plan to visit the reserves) as well as pants, long-sleeved shirts
and a light jacket.
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The
Monteverde school was established in 1996. The Monteverde zone, which
includes ten towns and 8,000 people, is situated on the Continental Divide
at an elevation of 5,600 feet. The region is well known for its commitment
to the sustainable development of the community and the conservation of
the cloud forest reserves. This area is a rural region and is a 4-hour bus
ride from San José. Buses travel daily to and
from Monteverde at 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
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Programmes Offered
- General Spanish Courses
20 lessons per week. Maximum class size: 5. The focus in class
is mostly on grammar and conversation. Classes start every
Monday year-round.
- One on one lessons
The aim of this 20 lesson per week program is to offer a
personalized method of teaching that is tailor made for the
specific needs of the student. Classes are private. (Limited
availability in the summer months).
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Monteverde Accommodations |
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- Homestays
Living with a selected host family in Costa Rica will enable the
student to see and learn everything about the Costa Rican lifestyle
with first hand experience of Costa Rican culture and traditions. Host
families have been carefully chosen for this purpose and to ensure
that students have a pleasant stay in Costa Rica. Students are treated
as family members. Students are offered a single room with half board.
Monteverde Excursions & Activities |
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Monteverde offers abundant opportunities for hiking, bird watching, and
exploring the local cloud forest reserves. Students can bathe in natural
hot springs, ride horseback to see lava shooting from Arenal Volcano, and
take weekend trips to the beaches of Guanacaste. In addition, local
organizations sponsor weekly events, which include slide shows, movie
nights, lectures, and sports. Monteverde also holds a yearly music
festival in January, which features musical groups from all over Latin
America.
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