Academia Surpacifico Manta, Ecuador
- Outdoor classrooms on the school terrace and in the garden.
- Excellent rating of teaching quality5
- Top rated school facilities4.5
- Indoor swimming pool
- Do not offer favourable terms in the case of requesting a refund.
Location: Academia Surpacifico Manta is located in Manta, on the Pacific Ocean, in a dry tropical forest with some of Ecuador's most stunning beaches. Located close to the University, the school is housed in a modern building surrounded by restaurants and all the amenities necessary for enjoying your time in Manta. The beautiful beach of Playa Murciélago is within walking distance of the schools front doors with services such as kite surfing, windsurfing and yoga, all available locally.
Course selection: The school offers a vast amount of courses including General Spanish in groups or private lessons, along with many specific courses such as Medical Spanish, Spanish with Yoga, Spanish class and diving tours, as well as a selection of Spanish and Volunteering programmes where you can be placed with a local Ecuadorian family, ecologically farming or give back to a local centre for street children and children with domestic violence. The school also offer a specialised 4-week course that takes students around Ecuador to 4 different locations, learning Spanish the whole way.
Accommodation: With accommodation options in Homestay with a local family and the school's very own shared apartment that comes with access to the outdoor pool, jacuzzi and bbq, Academia Surpacifico has everything needed to ensure you have a great time whilst in Manta.
Social and Cultural: Tours to the Galapagos Islands as well as many of the local attractions are also available and can be booked through the school accordingly.
Spanish Courses
Intensive Mini Group
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$180$171 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 180 171 | 360 342 | 540 513 | 720 684 | 900 855 | 1,080 1,026 | 1,260 1,197 | 1,440 1,368 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,160 2,052 | 2,340 2,223 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Traveling Classroom: Cuenca Option20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Offer!from$575$561 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,300 2,243 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Breakfast & 1 meal
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Traveling Classroom: Jungle Option20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Offer!from$640$624 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,560 2,496 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Breakfast & 1 meal
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish Online10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from$140$133 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 140 133 | 280 266 | 420 399 | 560 532 | 700 665 | 840 798 | 980 931 | 1,120 1,064 | 1,400 1,330 | 1,680 1,596 | 1,820 1,729 |
- Starting dates
- Every Day
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 20:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Manta Activo (30)30 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$415$395 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 415 395 | 830 789 | 1,245 1,183 | 1,660 1,577 | 2,075 1,972 | 2,490 2,366 | 2,905 2,760 | 3,320 3,154 | 3,735 3,549 | 4,150 3,943 | 4,980 4,731 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Manta Activo (35)35 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$478$455 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 478 455 | 956 909 | 1,434 1,363 | 1,912 1,817 | 2,390 2,271 | 2,868 2,725 | 3,346 3,179 | 3,824 3,633 | 4,302 4,087 | 4,780 4,541 | 5,736 5,450 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Private Lessons 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$250$238 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1,000 950 | 1,250 1,188 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,750 1,663 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,500 2,375 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,250 3,088 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:40 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish and Ecological Volunteering20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$740$722 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 1,480 1,443 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
General volunteer fee: USD 30.
Spanish and General Volunteering20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$250$238 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 50 48 | 0 | 1,000 950 | 1,250 1,188 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,750 1,663 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,250 2,138 | 2,500 2,375 | 3,000 2,850 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
General volunteer fee: USD 30.
Medical Spanish 20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$250$238 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 950 | 1,250 1,188 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,750 1,663 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,250 2,138 | 2,500 2,375 | 3,000 2,850 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Spanish and Diving: Divemaster20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$1,380$1,311 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,380 1,311 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 1 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish and Diving: PADI Advanced Open Water20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$580$551 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 580 551 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:35 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 1 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish and Diving: PADI Open Water20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$580$551 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 580 551 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:30 - Possible course durations
- 1 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish and Kitesurfing 2.520 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$315$300 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 315 300 | 630 599 | 945 898 | 1,260 1,197 | 1,575 1,497 | 1,890 1,796 | 2,205 2,095 | 2,520 2,394 | 2,835 2,694 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,780 3,591 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish and Kitesurfing 420 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$400$380 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,600 1,520 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,200 3,040 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,000 3,800 | 4,800 4,560 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish and Kitesurfing 820 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$580$551 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 580 551 | 1,160 1,102 | 1,740 1,653 | 2,320 2,204 | 2,900 2,755 | 3,480 3,306 | 4,060 3,857 | 4,640 4,408 | 5,220 4,959 | 5,800 5,510 | 6,960 6,612 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish and Surfing20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$300$285 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
20 Spanish lessons plus 10 surfing lessons (5 sessions with 2 hours each) per week.
Surf lessons can be exchanged for 7 day surf board hire if the student is competent.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Our prices for Academia Surpacifico include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free access to swimming pool
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Student opinions about Academia Surpacifico, Manta
Academia Surpacifico, Manta
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Academia Surpacifico
“You’ll have access to great beaches with excellent surfing and kite-surfing. Taking Spanish classes in Manta means you have all the conveniences of living in a city, along with the beachfront and all the ocean activities that go with it. ”
- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 70% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 40% male / 60% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Academia Surpacifico and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 2000
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Cafeteria
Library
Garden
Student support desk
Indoor swimming pool
Jacuzzi
Sauna
Table tennis
Copy machine
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Classroom equipment
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 8
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 30% |
| Switzerland | 15% |
| Germany | 15% |
| England | 10% |
| Netherlands | 10% |
| Sweden | 10% |
| Japan | 5% |
| France | 2% |
| Brazil | 1% |
| Thailand | 1% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 2% |
| 18-24 years | 40% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 10% |
| >50 years | 18% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 40Adult courses - Throughout the year: 20Junior courses - In summer: 20Junior courses - Throughout the year: 30
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years5 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 10Adult courses Throughout the year: 10Junior courses In summer: 6Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 30 years
Information for all courses offered by Academia Surpacifico
- Lesson duration
- 55 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $20
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately $30 per course level.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 12 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 12 Feb 2026, 13 Feb 2026, 29 Mar 2026, 01 May 2026, 24 May 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 11 Oct 2026, 04 Nov 2026, 05 Nov 2026, 06 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026.School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Airport transfer
- Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport:
- $110 one way
$210 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- City walk
Adults - Paid activities
- Salsa lessons
Cooking classes
Visits to nearby beaches
Local markets
Paragliding
Handycraft market
Accommodation
Shared Apartment with A/C
In high demand!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
$175/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 175 | 350 | 525 | 700 | 875 | 1050 | 1225 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 175 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Shared with another student in the same school building.
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 8:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $25 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 2 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 80
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$195/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 195 | 390 | 585 | 780 | 975 | 1170 | 1365 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 195 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 15:00-21:55
- Check-out
- Sunday 8:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $28 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 17
- Maximum age of students
- 80
Shared Apartment with A/C Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
from
$266/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 266 | 532 | 798 | 1064 | 1330 | 1596 | 1862 | 2128 | 2660 | 3192 | 266 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Apartment shared with other 2 to 4 students, in the same school building as the school, with access to the outdoor pool, bbq area, jacuzzi.
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 8:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $38 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 2 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 80
Questions and answers about Academia Surpacifico
Is the teaching material available on site?
What is the difference between the 3 different Kitesurfing courses (2.5, 4, 8)?
FAQ about Academia Surpacifico, Manta
Are the host families close to the school?
Are the host families welcoming and do they organise activities/dinners?
Can we live our lives with a host family or do we have to go home at a specific time?
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Is the school close to the beach or on the beach?
windsurfing, and yoga, all available locally.”
Which countries are students of Academia Surpacifico from?
Academia Surpacifico offers courses for which ages?
Terms of Academia Surpacifico
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school





- Legal name/parent company
- Academia de Español Surpacifico | Tax registration ID: 1306606284001
Visa Documents
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 20 US$
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.









If you are the only one at your level, the course is replaced by 15 private lessons.