Macondo Spanish (Cartagena de Indias, Colombia) - Reviews

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10 Semiprivate Lessons Course (Online)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 2

Max class size: 2

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$156

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The Llave Spanish Course - Online (semiprivate) is designed for student pairs seeking a funny and fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

10 Semiprivate Lessons Course (In Person)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 10

Max class size: 2

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$175

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The Mini - Semiprivate Course is designed for travelling pairs seeking a funny and fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

15 Semiprivate Lessons Course (Online)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 4

Max class size: 2

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$224

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The Compañero Spanish Course - Online (semiprivate) is designed for student pairs seeking a funny and fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

10 Private Lessons Course (Online)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 2

Max class size: 1

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$240

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The Llave Spanish Course Online is designed for students seeking a fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

15 Semiprivate Lessons Course (In Person)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 15

Max class size: 2

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

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$244

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The Medium - Semiprivate Course is designed for travelling pairs seeking a funny and fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

10 Private Lessons Course (In person)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 10

Max class size: 1

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$269

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The Mini private Spanish course is designed for students seeking a fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

20 Semiprivate Lessons Course (Online)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 5

Max class size: 2

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$286

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The Amigo Spanish Course - Online (semiprivate) is designed for student pairs seeking a funny and fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

20 Semiprivate Lessons Course (In Person)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 20

Max class size: 2

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$311

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The Standard - Semiprivate Course is designed for travelling pairs seeking a funny and fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

15 Private Lessons Course (Online)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 4

Max class size: 1

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$345

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The Compañero Spanish Course Online is designed for students seeking a fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

30 Semiprivate Lessons Course (Online)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 7

Max class size: 2

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$370

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The Hermano Spanish Course - Online (semiprivate) is designed for student pairs seeking a funny and fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

15 Private Lessons Course (In Person)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 15

Max class size: 1

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$375

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The Medium Private Spanish Course is designed for students seeking a fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

30 Semiprivate Lessons Course (In Person)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 30

Max class size: 2

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$389

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The Intensive - Semiprivate Course is designed for travelling pairs seeking a funny and fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

20 Private Lessons Course (Online)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 5

Max class size: 1

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$440

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The Amigo Spanish Course Online is designed for students seeking a fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

20 Private Lessons Course (In Person)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 20

Max class size: 1

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$479

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The Standard private Spanish Course is designed for students seeking a fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

30 Private Lessons Course (Online)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 7

Max class size: 1

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$570

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The Hermano Spanish Course Online is designed for students seeking a fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

30 Private Lessons Course (In Person)

Duration: 1-52 weeks

Classes per week: 30

Max class size: 1

Course type: General

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$600

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The Intensive Private Spanish Course is designed for students seeking a fully customized learning experience tailored to their specific needs. The classes focus on improving effective communication in Spanish through a practical, interactive approach based on real-life situations.

Test preparation

Course Fees

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DELE Exam Preparation

Duration: 1-5 weeks

Classes per week: 3

Max class size: 1

Course type: Test preparation

Age range: 8 - 90 years old

starting at

$599

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The DELE preparation Course is designed for students seeking an structure learning preparation for the DELE exam. The classes focus on preparing you to succeed the exam.

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School description

At Macondo Spanish, we are committed to providing high-quality Spanish education through private and semi-private courses tailored to each student’s needs. Our expert instructors focus on effective communication, ensuring that you gain confidence and fluency in Spanish.

We understand that every student has a different schedule, which is why we offer flexible learning options. Whether you are a busy professional, a diplomat, or an enthusiastic traveler, our courses adapt to your availability, allowing you to learn at your own pace.

Beyond language instruction, we believe in cultural immersion as a key part of the learning process. Our students engage in real-life cultural experiences throughout the city, providing opportunities to practice Spanish naturally while exploring local traditions.

Additionally, we offer exam preparation for official Spanish certifications, helping students achieve their language proficiency goals with confidence.

At Macondo Spanish, learning Spanish is more than just a course—it’s a high-quality, flexible, and immersive experience designed to make your language journey truly enriching.

Year opened

2022

Number of classrooms

Facilities

Cultural Trips
TV Room
Wheelchair access
Eating Area
Free Internet
Wireless Internet

Teacher qualifications

Native Spanish speakers

All

Teachers with Spanish teaching certification

All

Teachers with college degrees

All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Macondo Spanish varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 35. In the summer, the average age is 30.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Switzerland

50%

Other

50%

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates

Year round

School holidays

13 Oct 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 17 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 01 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 02 Apr 2026 - 03 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 07 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 08 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026

School location

Macondo Spanish is located in the heart of the historical center of Cartagena de Indias close to Centenario Park and near Clock Tower. Around the school there are many shops and interesting cultural places. The school's excellent location means you are never more than a short walk away from all the major attractions in Cartagena.

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reviews

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100% recommend

based on 2 reviews

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"Online classe una vez a la semana"

Patrick Udvardi

una vez a la semana

en línea
muy simpático
es importante hablar y discutir sobre tareas específicas
enviar las tareas con antelación es importante, falta algunas veces

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study

109 weeks

Date of study

19 Feb 2023 - 26 Mar 2025

Would you recommend this school?

Yes

"Excellent Experience"

Michelle Horan

Fantastic language school in Colombia that really made our trip. Will is funny, engaging, patient, and a great teacher. Highly recommend this school.

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My ratings for this school

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School facilities

Social activities

School location

Housing

Duration of study

1 week

Date of study

14 Nov 2022 - 21 Nov 2022

Would you recommend this school?

Yes

visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cartagena de Indias based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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Getsemaní, Calle 24 Nº 8a-344 (Centro de Convenciones)
Cartagena de Indias
Bolívar
Colombia

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100% recommend

"Online classe una vez a la semana"

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"Excellent Experience"

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