Learn, Immerse, Give back
Spanish Immersion Program
Authentic Spanish Immersion
Na’atik’s nonprofit Spanish Immersion program is a unique opportunity to improve your Spanish, experience authentic Mexican culture and make unforgettable memories, all while supporting a good cause! Based off the beaten path, in the city of Felipe Carrillo Puerto, our school is at the heart of a community untouched by tourism. English is not widely spoken here, giving you the perfect chance to practice your Spanish in genuine everyday scenarios.
During your immersion program you will stay with one of our welcoming homestay families. Homestays are the ideal way to experience the local culture and ensure exposure to spoken Spanish throughout the day. Your host family provides three meals a day, allowing you to enjoy the delicious local cuisine as eaten by families across the region. While we always encourage staying with a homestay in order to make the most of your studies, we can also recommend local hotels if needed.
On top of 18 in-class hours with highly trained bilingual teachers, your program will include:
A guided walking tour of our historic city, which was once the capital of the Maya nation.
A welcome meal showcasing popular local delicacies such as salbutes and panuchos.
An excursion to a beautiful local cenote or stunning hidden lagoon.
A cooking class where you can try your hand at a regional specialty (for stays of two weeks or more).
We also offer a wide range of optional activities and excursions.
Na’atik is a nonprofit school, with your program helping us to provide much-needed subsidized English classes and free library access to local and Indigenous students. Na’atik uses only local suppliers and partners, ensuring that proceeds stay within, and help grow, the community here in Felipe Carrillo Puerto. We are also commited to environmentally and culturally sustainable travel, giving you the security of knowing your choice to visit Na’atik is making a positive difference.
To find out more about how your booking helps provide life-changing opportunities, visit our Impact page.
“This was one of the best experiences I have ever had. I stayed for 5 weeks and loved every part of it - I wish I never had to leave!” — Becky M.
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Accommodation
We strongly recommend that you stay with a homestay family when you study with us. This is where you’ll master your language learning and will truly immerse yourself. All our homestay families try to make your stay comfortable so you can rest and have a wonderful time during your time in Carrillo Puerto. Homestays include three traditional homecooked meals a day.
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Teaching Philosophy
Our philosophy is to teach real-life, communicative language skills in a student-centered environment that encourages our students to continue learning and growing outside the classroom. Our main goal is to get our students communicating in their target language, not to overanalyze grammar.
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Our Town
Na’atik’s colorful, bustling town, commonly called ‘Carrillo’, is just one hour south of Tulum and two hours north of Belize in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Carrillo is surrounded by green, low-brush jungle in the center of the state of Quintana Roo in the heartland of the Maya resistance. Some of the world’s most spectacular Caribbean beaches are just over an hour away.
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How To Get Here
Most of our students arrive in Mexico at either Cancun Airport or Tulum-Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport. Transport options down to the school include bus, train and rental car. We also offer airport pickups in our school minivan. Please read our travel guide and recommendations when arranging your journey. Our team are also happy to provide guidance for you specifc journey.
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Pricing
As a nonprofit organization we are committed to ensuring your fees remain in the local community and help us to provide free and subsidized classes, facilities and workshops to local indigenous students.
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Excursions
We encourage all of our students to experience the beauty and culture of the region. We offer a variety of excursions and activities specially designed to show you the highlights of the region while allowing you to put the skills you learn in the classroom into practice.
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Family Packages
Language-learning is essential for the next generation but we know that this is still your family holiday. Our worry-free Family Adventure Immersion Packages cater to the travel and learning needs of families of all kinds.
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Group Packages
Whether you are looking to experience Mexico with friends, want to bring a class of students, or want to develop your employees’ language skills, Na’atik has the group package for you. Our team can offer a bespoke experience designed to meet your needs.
Our Partners and Awards
“Wow, what an amazing experience! I spent a week studying at Na'atik and my only issue is that I didn't stay longer.” — Jeannie D.
Bookings and Inquiries
Have questions about any of our programs and offerings? Contact us here and we’ll be happy to answer your questions. You can also email us at mas@naatikmexico.org and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you have about our programs or help you book your Immersion Program.