Estación Biológica Laguna de Apoyo and Escuela de Español/Spanish School FUNDECI/GAIA

You can engage in a number of ecotouristic activities in the Laguna de Apoyo Nature Reserve. Our kayaks are swift, single-person kayaks made to circle the entire lake, unlike those found at other facilities in Lake Apoyo. We can take certified divers on dives. Birdwatching excursions begin at 6 am and we usually see at least 25 species of birds in the first 90 minutes. Our guides for scuba diving and birdwatching a published authors of peer-reviewed scientific reports and the recognized experts in the biodiversity of our area.

Volunteers at Estación Biológica Laguna de Apoyo are expected to work 40 hours per week. Volunteers work on reforestation, wildlife monitoring, and recycling. Prices include dorm accomodations and all meals. A two-week minimum commitment is required for special volunteer prices.

All Spanish language instruction programs and prices at Apoyo Spanish School include meals, room, activities, and instruction costs for the time of program. These prices include all meals and room from Sunday pm before first Monday of classes through Saturday am after last Friday of classes. Prices include double room for individual instruction and dormitory for group instruction. Our backpacker Spanish program includes group classes at the beginner level, all meals, and volunteering at Estación Biológica. For other small-group programs, contact us for prices and conditions. All study-and-stay plans come with great meals with lots of organic vegetables! And the best coffee in Nicaragua.