Jakera accommodation in Merida and Playa Colorada

NB the price of accommodation is INCLUDED in the program prices

Merida

The capital of the state of Mérida sits above an expansive mesa at 1,625 meters above sea level at the foot of the highest mountain in Venezuela. The intellectual atmosphere that emanates from this university-town of 30,000 students is reflected in many of the restaurants, cafes, theatres and cultural institutions of the city. The Andean people of this region live a simple traditional way-of-life still using ancient farming methods.

Downtown in the peaceful Andean university town of Merida, our Andes operation is conveniently located for hiking, horse riding, rafting and mountain biking and we have the world's longest cable car ride on our doorstep.

The Posada is where most of your classroom based language tuition will be provided and is a three storey building located on the main square. Renovated in 2003, Jakera Posada provides bright and comfortable accommodation, classrooms and recreational space.

This is a ‘pseudo’ home stay in a small (exclusively for Jakera) Posada (similar to a small family run hotel) that is run by a Venezuelan family that also live on the premises. The family only speak Spanish. Meals etc are taken with the family. This is a perfect mix of the freedom of having your own place, and all the advantages of having a home stay environment. There are 6 student rooms, and students normally share with one or two other students of their choice.

There is cable TV, and a huge covered terrace. The Posada is very quiet – but step outside and Plaza Las Heroínas is a central meeting place for many people, and also a centre for festivals and events.

The Posada is located on one of the two main squares in Merida, only 30 metres from the Merida Teleferico – the longest and highest cable car in the world going to a height of 14,000 feet!

Playa Colorada

Located alongside the beautiful beach of Playa Colorada in the heart of the Mochima National Park our palm fringed Caribbean base is amongst a procession of sandy beaches from where we explore the myriad of deserted offshore islands by kayak whilst interacting with dolphins. Snorkelling, fishing and diving opportunities are excellent.

Spanish classes are held daily and Jakera Lodge is our 'staging post' for expeditions to the Orinoco Delta, Gran Sabana and other exotic destinations around the country.

The Lodge has been developed over a number of years and the main accommodation and recreational space comprises a magnificent 'Chawata' (in the style of a Warao Indian commune). Students have a choice of sleeping in specially designed sleeping hammocks (recommended as it is hot here!) or in beds.

This is a stunning location and a stunning traditional styled lodge with many open, communal areas – all in traditional tropical gardens. It has a 12 metre high climbing wall and is a front line property to the beach.

Time to top up your tan!