Best Spanish Virtual Field Trips for Students 

Are you looking to enhance your students’ Spanish language skills while connecting them with new, unique, and vibrant cultures? 

Thanks to Kagumu’s digital innovation, we are transporting students to the enchanting destinations of Spanish-speaking countries through unique virtual field trips.

Here, we unveil the most popular virtual field trips for teachers to infuse their Spanish classrooms with excitement and cultural richness.

 

What is a Spanish virtual field trip?

A Spanish virtual field trip is a fun, immersive, and interactive experience for students that can be enjoyed from school or from home.

All students need is access to the internet and they’ll be able to enjoy an experience streamed from a native Spanish speaking country.

A good Spanish virtual field trip will enhance students’ language skills and allow them to interact with people from different countries.

Looking for real Spanish field trips, click here to view destinations around Latin America

Explore the Majestic Ruins of Machu Picchu, Peru

Transport your students to the heart of the Inca Empire with a virtual tour of Machu Picchu, the awe-inspiring ancient city nestled amidst the Peruvian Andes. 

Via a live stream, Students will join a local guide in the archaeological site and wander through its stone streets, marvel at the intricate terraces, and soak in the mystique of this UNESCO World Heritage site. 

Kagumu’s Machu Picchu virtual experience will allow students to ask questions, interact with the guide and also tackle fun and engaging games along the way.

 

Cycle through Colombia’s “City of Eternal Spring” – Medellin

Explore the transformation of one of South America’s most vibrant and colorful cities – Medellin. 

Via high-res video, Spanish learners will saddle up (virtually) and follow our local guide to iconic sites like the Memory Museum and the sculptures of Fernando Botero. 

Students will engage with our expert leader through quizzes, polls and games. They’ll also discover local traits and learn to speak like a paisa (Medellin local) –  “la buena pa todo”

 

Learn to cook social gastronomy in Colombia

On this Spanish virtual field trip, students will learn from a group of women from Medellin how to cook simple yet delicious meals using locally-grown produce.

We will explore ways our consuming habits can dramatically improve the health of the planet, ourselves and also create positive social impacts. 

You will choose the recipe beforehand, prepare all the ingredients, and cook along with the native Spanish-speaking chefs! ¡Buen provecho!

 

Experience a Peruvian Quechua community immersion

Immerse students into indigenous Quechua life with this interactive virtual visit to a community in the Sacred Valley.

During this unique experience, students will discover how a community can live in a self-sustainable manner by working together and maintaining its traditional practices like traditional farming, house construction, and cooking underground – Pachamanca

Your students will engage meaningfully with their Spanish-speaking hosts throughout this memorable experience.

 

Learn how to rap and create street art from Medellin

Explore how a world-class street art movement helped transform Medellin into one of South America’s most vibrant and colorful cities. 

On this virtual field trip, students will join native Spanish-speaking graffiti artists and social leaders on a journey through the history of one of the city’s most infamous areas, Comuna 13.

Be prepared to sing, draw, and engage with our inspirational local guides throughout this unique experience.

 

Explore Colombia’s iconic Lost City 

Join us on this virtual field trip to one of South America’s most remarkable archaeological sites. 

Teyuna, or the Lost City, lies in the heart of Colombia’s La Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and offers a first-hand insight into a pre-Columbian civilization whose traditions and sacred beliefs date back to around 200 A.C.

Our native Spanish-speaking tour leader will guide students through the Lost City using google maps, videos, and interactive games. We can also arrange a special experience led by the country’s leading archaeologist at special request.

 

Learn how to make world-class Mexican tortillas

Mexico is renowned for its world-class gastronomy and in our virtual experience, students can learn how to make tortillas and, of course, practice their Spanish along the way.

You will join a local family in their kitchen and discover what goes into making this iconic food that is famous around the world. 

Students will talk with the cooks along the way and we will challenge each participant to make their own version of the tortilla.

With these exceptional virtual field trips, you can transport your students to captivating destinations across Latin America. They will develop a deeper appreciation for language, culture, and history while improving their communication skills.

If you would like to learn more about Kagumu’s virtual field trips for your Spanish class, then click here for more information.