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Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS)Ahuano, Ecuador

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Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating of Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS), Ahuano
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School
Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Facilities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Social activities
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Organisation
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

What we like about the school
  • Located in the Amazon rainforest, one of the most ecologically unique areas in the world.
  • Volunteer opportunities with the purpose to conserve and improve the quality of life in the indigenous communities.
  • Ahuano is one of the top destinations our students liked most
What we dislike about the school
  • No nearby access to amenities such as medical facilities and ATMs.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS) is located on the banks of the River Napo, Ahuano, Ecuador, in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest. These spectacular and vibrant surroundings give students a unique background for their Spanish studies, whilst also providing many opportunities to create memorable moments. A short distance from the AmaZOOnica Wildlife Refuge and surrounded by the marvels of the Amazon Rainforest, Gaia Amazon Spanish School offers students an enchanting, mystical and safe setting for their studies.

School facilities: The facilities of AGS are majestic, surrounded by the Amazon Rainforest and created with as minimal impact on the surrounding landscape as possible. Facilities include a kitchen, cafeteria, restaurant, lounge areas and WIFI. All classrooms have ample natural light to create the optimal learning environment, with free water dispensers also available to all.

Accommodation: Due to the remote location of the school, all courses come with accommodation in cabins(shared/individual) and meals included. Many of the programmes also include trips, tours and excursions. All courses focus on Spanish, as well as the local Kichwa language, ensuring a well rounded and special experience.

Additional information: Consisting of a team of young professionals in environmental conservation, engineers, publicists, wildlife experts and teachers, AGS has been supplying unique study and learning opportunities to students for many years. The school has a meditative and nurturing environment, developed from a respect for nature, as well as the culture and wisdom of the local indigenous peoples.
  • The language school Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS) was founded in Ahuano, Ecuador in 2012.
  • Tax registration ID: RUC1708852163001
  • Abbreviated name of school: AGS Ahuano

Spanish Courses

General Language

Information for all courses offered by Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS)

Comments about courses

A fee of USD 100 per week is added to the weekly course price for an upgrade to a private room accommodation.

Extra day of accommodation (shared): USD 45.
Extra day of accommodation (shared): USD 55.

If the minimum number of students is not reached, the group lessons will be replaced with 15 hours of private one-on-one lessons.

The prices of the shuttle transfer from Quito to Gaia are USD 35 (one way) and USD 70 (return). From Uio to the jungle is USD 35.

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
20.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 13 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 03 May 2024, 24 May 2024, 09 Aug 2024, 11 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.

Lessons needed per Spanish language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Note: All courses offered by Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS), Ahuano can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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  • Outside terrace
    Outside terrace 1/20
  • Lazy day on the river
    Lazy day on the river2/20
  • Bathroom facilities
    Bathroom facilities 3/20
  • Lazing in the hammock
    Lazing in the hammock 4/20
  • Student meal times
    Student meal times 5/20
  • Room interior
    Room interior6/20
  • Students having fun together at AGS
    Students having fun together at AGS7/20
  • AGS accommodation
    AGS accommodation 8/20
  • Students enjoying a meal together
    Students enjoying a meal together9/20
  • Aerial views
    Aerial views10/20
  • Ahuano, Ecuador majestic views
    Ahuano, Ecuador majestic views 11/20
  • Breakfast time
    Breakfast time12/20
  • Boat trips
    Boat trips 13/20
  • Fun in the boats
    Fun in the boats 14/20
  • River rafting in Ahuano
    River rafting in Ahuano15/20
  • AGS lounge area
    AGS lounge area16/20
  • Accommodation
    Accommodation17/20
  • Ahuano, Ecuador
    Ahuano, Ecuador18/20
  • Gaia Amazon Spanish School activities
    Gaia Amazon Spanish School activities 19/20
  • Nature
    Nature20/20

Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS) (AGS)

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalAECEE
Spanish teacher qualifications
80% hold a university degree
15% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS) and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Restaurant

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 5
    Number of public PC workstations: 1

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 20
Throughout the year: 15
Minimum age of students
18 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 20 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Ecuador and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
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.

Leisure activities

activity possible
Cooking
Cooking
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Football (soccer)
Horse riding
Swimming
Swimming
Volleyball
Volleyball

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Not offered.

Adults - Paid activities

Not offered.

Student opinions about Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS), Ahuano

Liked
Being in the Amazon! A wonderful well run super friendly lodge!
Disliked
Nothing
Insider tips about what future students should not miss GAIA is a well run Ecuadorian owned small lodge, with super friendly helpful staff and connected to indigenous community.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Agustín organized my teachers, we had the most beautiful open air classroom imaginable. Each teacher was very good.
Course: Spanish & Tours Program + Private Room [Spanish] - 2 weeks
20. Feb. 2023

Map  

Km 4 Vía Ahuano-Campanacocha, Ahuano, Napo - 150151 Ahuano
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Questions and answers about Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS)

  • Yes, you can! 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.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 01, 2022
  • During the week you can participate in a variety of activities such as salsa lessons, cooking lessons, Club 4 learning - Quito, visits to different sights and so much more. On the weekends the school will offer you a wide range of trips and tour options that you can do by yourself with our advice or also you can arrange it with a partner tour operator - it includes a 3 days Amazon Tour, and a tour to Galapagos.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 01, 2022

FAQ about Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS),

  • Spanish courses at GAIA start at 732 US$ for Spanish & Tours Program course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Gaia Amazon varies from 3 students (Spanish & Tours Program) to 3 students (Spanish & Tours Program)
  • 80% of teachers at Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS) hold a university degree. 15% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS) comes from Switzerland with a 35% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and Korea (20%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS) offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 20 for the rest of the year.
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