BABEL International Language InstituteCartagena, Colombia
- Great location, situated between the popular Plaza de la Trinidad and Calle de la Media Luna.
- Sunny rooftop terrace, with an excellent view of the wall, the Castillo de San Felipe, the Cerro de la Popa and church domes.
- Excellent rating of teaching quality (4.8/5.0)
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 60% of students are from Switzerland
Location: Cartagena is a city on the edge of the Carribean Sea, in the North of Colombia. It was the first Latin American city to be colonised by the Spanish and in order to avoid future invasion, after an attack in 1586 by Sir Frances Drake, the port was heavily protected by the construction of a wall around the city, which is still present in some areas today. Babel International Language Institute is found nestled within the historical wall in what is known as the old town. There is plenty to do and see in the old town with restaurants, bars and shops dotted around this brightly colored neighborhood.
Local attractions: The main attractions of the city are all within walking distance of the school including Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas fort and Iglesia de San Pedro Claver so students can learn more about the history of the city during their free time. The school is close to The square of the Trinity, which is used by locals as the real heart of the borough of Getsemaní. Students can really immerse themselves in local culture and experience firsthand the vibrancy of Getsemaní’s inhabitants, with trips and excursions planned by BABEL International Language Institute.
School facilities: The school has excellent facilities within the building for its students to make the most in the classroom as well as during their spare time. The classrooms are all equipped with air conditioning units and have ample natural light. BABEL International Language Institute has a cafeteria, a computer lab, a library, a copy machine, free wifi, free coffee and most noteworthy are the two terraces on the top floor of the building which provide excellent views over the old town and surrounding neighbourhoods. The staff have all obtained University degrees and are very experienced in teaching the Spanish language to foreign students. The class sizes are designed to hold a maximum of 8 students per class, allowing a real focus on the individual needs and language desires of each student
Course structure: The class options available are intensive courses, private classes or a combination of both. The school feels that to really immerse yourself and understand the cultural diversity within Colombia and Latin America as a whole, students need an intermediate level of Spanish and with the class structure designed at BABEL International Language Institute gives students the opportunity to meet this target.
- The language school BABEL International Language Institute was founded in Cartagena, Colombia in 2010.
- Legal name / parent company: Cultura Caribe S. A. S.
- Tax registration ID: 900612173-7
Spanish Courses
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Price at School Our price | 210 200 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 760 722 | 950 903 | 1140 1083 | 1330 1264 | 1440 1368 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 | 170 162 |
Spanish is the third most spoken language worldwide after Chinese and English. Therefore the learning of Spanish offers many opportunities for personal and professional development.
To get a deeper understanding of the colorful culture of Latin America and the Caribbean, it is also indispensable to have at least an intermediate level of Spanish. Only then will the full meaning of its values and traditions, its expressions, its music and other facets of cultural life reveal itself.
BABEL offers the possibility to learn Spanish in an authentic and diverse cultural ambience and combine it with a very joyful experience – in the historically fascinating city of Cartagena de Indias, which for sure will enchant you with its magical flair.
Classes with culturally oriented content to help you understand the cultural context in Colombia.
Group intensive classes last 20 hours a week. In them you will learn Spanish with a group of students no greater than 10 people.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:45
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:40
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at School Our price | 370 352 | 720 684 | 1080 1026 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 2450 2328 | 2720 2584 | 3400 3230 | 4080 3876 | 330 314 |
This course consists of 20 group lessons and 10 private lessons per week.
Group intensive classes last 20 hours a week. In them you will learn Spanish with a group of students no greater than 10 people.
Customize your Spanish classes with the individual courses that Babel offers you. One-to-one interaction with your teacher will help you learn efficiently by focusing on your priorities. The school has total flexibility of schedules.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at School Our price | 290 276 | 560 532 | 840 798 | 1080 1026 | 1350 1283 | 1620 1539 | 1890 1796 | 2080 1976 | 2600 2470 | 3120 2964 | 250 238 |
This course includes 20 group lessons and 5 private lessons per week.
Group intensive classes last 20 hours a week. In them you will learn Spanish with a group of students no greater than 10 people.
Customize your Spanish classes with the individual courses that Babel offers you. One-to-one interaction with your teacher will help you learn efficiently by focusing on your priorities. The school has total flexibility of schedules.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at School Our price | 230 219 | 430 409 | 645 613 | 800 760 | 1000 950 | 1200 1140 | 1400 1330 | 1480 1406 | 1850 1758 | 2220 2109 | 260 247 |
Private classes with BABEL permit you to individually design your Spanish classes. Being face-to-face with a teacher exclusively for you ensures optimized efficiency of your learning efforts and the opportunity to focus on selected topics according to your wishes. Private classes can be scheduled at any time at your convenience.
Customize your Spanish classes with the individual courses that Babel offers you. One-to-one interaction with your teacher will help you learn efficiently by focusing on your priorities. The school has total flexibility of schedules.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at School Our price | 390 371 | 750 713 | 1125 1069 | 1440 1368 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 | 2520 2394 | 2760 2622 | 3450 3278 | 4140 3933 | 330 314 |
Private classes with BABEL permit you to individually design your Spanish classes. Being face to face with a teacher exclusively for you ensures optimized efficiency of your leaning efforts and the opportunity to focus on selected topics according to your wishes. Private classes can be scheduled any time at your convenience.
Customize your Spanish classes with the individual courses that Babel offers you. One-to-one interaction with your teacher will help you learn efficiently by focusing on your priorities. The school has total flexibility of schedules.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Information for all courses offered by BABEL International Language Institute
The school is associated with Crazy Salsa dance academy so every Babel student has unlimited group classes of salsa, bachata, and champeta.
01 Jan 2024, 06 Jan 2024, 23 Mar 2024, 09 Apr 2024 - 10 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 25 May 2024, 15 Jun 2024, 22 Jun 2024, 29 Jun 2024, 20 Jul 2024, 07 Aug 2024, 17 Aug 2024, 12 Oct 2024, 02 Nov 2024, 16 Nov 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- 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
BABEL International Language Institute
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Balcony / terrace
Copy machine
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 5Number of public PC workstations: 2
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
40 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 1 km |
Baseball | | 4 km |
Basketball | | 2 km |
Cooking | | 3 km |
Dancing | | 0.2 km |
Diving | | 10 km |
Football (soccer) | | 3 km |
Horse riding | | 10 km |
Mountainbiking | | 10 km |
Music | | 1 km |
Sailing | | 5 km |
Swimming | | 5 km |
Tennis | | 5 km |
Volleyball | | 5 km |
Windsurfing | | 5 km |
Yoga | | 1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
- Surf
- Kite surf
- Wind surf
- Paddle surf
- City tour
- Tour in tram
- Tour in bike
- Night on the Island
- Totumo mud volcano
- Gastronomic tour
Accommodation
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Price in US$ | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
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Price in US$ | 185 | 370 | 555 | 740 | 925 | 1110 | 1295 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 185 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Ratings of BABEL International Language Institute compared to ratings of all schools in Colombia
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Student opinions about BABEL International Language Institute, Cartagena
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Questions and answers about BABEL International Language Institute
- I am 50 years old and I would like to book a Spanish programme in Cartagena. Can I start on any Monday?“Yes, it's possible to start the course on any Monday. Teachers have plenty of experience in having students of all ages and adapting the content and rhythm of the class to students regardless of their age.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 12, 2023
FAQ about BABEL International Language Institute,
- As my level of Spanish is very low, do the teachers at BABEL International Language Institute sometimes speak any French or English?
“Don't worry, if you can't make yourself understood, the staff at BABEL International Language Institute speak fluent English. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 05, 2023 - What is the most popular accommodation offered by Babel?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Babel
- Is airport pickup offered by BABEL International Language Institute?Yes. The school offers pickup from Rafael Nunez International Airport (20 US$)
- What is the number of students per class at Babel?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Babel varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 10) to 8 students (Intensive Spanish Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at BABEL International Language Institute?100% of teachers at BABEL International Language Institute hold a university degree.
- Which countries are students of BABEL International Language Institute from?The highest Nationality percentage at BABEL International Language Institute comes from Switzerland with a 60% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and USA (17%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- BABEL International Language Institute offers courses for which ages?BABEL International Language Institute offers courses from 10 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.