With it´s friendly people and beautiful surroundings, Otavalo makes a great place to spend a week or more studying spanish - especially if you perfer a small town, relaxed atmosphere to the hustle and bustle of Quito.

There are endless oportunities to explore the surrounding areas, practice your Spanish with the friendly locals, and sample the Andean cuisine in the many cafes and restaraunts.

Mundo Andino is a small school conviently situated less than a block away from the Plaza de Los Panchos, in the heart of "down town" Otavalo. The school offers one-to-one as well as small group classes. The instructors are experienced and can accomodate to any level.

Classes are offered in the mornings and afternoons and can be tailored to fit your specific needs. Activities such as dancing and cooking classes are also incorporated into the weekly schedule.

Prices for classes are very reasonable, from $5 per person, per hour, for private instruction, or $7.50 per hour for two people.

Homestays can be arranged with local Otavalan families who live within walking distance of the school. Staying with a family is strongly encouraged as it is a wonderful way to experience the culture, local activities, improve spanish skills, and support local families. The cost for a homestay is $13 per day including 3 meals, private bedroom, and private bathroom. Garanteed to be an experience you won´t regret!

For more information about courses and current rates, visit the website listed below.