• Trujillo, Peru

Bring Your Partner or Family Member to Peru

Share the experience of living in Trujillo while you complete your medical elective or medical Spanish program.

What’s Included for Partners

  • Stay with the same host family

    Partners stay with your homestay family.

  • Breakfast and lunch daily

    Enjoy traditional Peruvian meals (Mon – Sat)

  • Social activities

    Gym membership and school activities included

  • Travel insurance included

    Insurance coverage during the stay

Accommodation for partners:  $260 per week

Anna recently graduated residency and came to Trujillo with her father, Julian

Comfortable Homestay Accommodation

Partners stay with the same trusted host families as program participants.

Homes include:

  • Private bedrooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Comfortable living areas

Partners who need to work will have a comfortable working environment

Optional general Spanish classes.

These are suitable for students at all levels of Spanish

2.5 hours/day (Afternoons) – $120 per week

4 hours/day (Mornings & Afternoons) – $200 per week

What your partner can enjoy during the day

  • Explore colonial Trujillo & archaeological sites.
  • Visit Huanchaco beach town
  • Relax in local cafés
  • Use included gym membership
Trujillo & beyond

Hotel accommodation option

For students or partners who prefer more privacy and flexibility.

• DoubleTree by Hilton
• Wyndham Costa del Sol

Close to our teaching locations. We’re happy to advise.

Partner/Family Member FAQs

Partners and family members typically stay in the same homestay as the participant. You can choose:

  • A shared room, or
  • A separate private room (subject to availability)

The weekly partner package includes:

  • Accommodation (shared or private room)
  • Breakfast and lunch daily (Sunday: breakfast only)
  • Access to gym or salsa classes
  • Participation in student activities and community health fairs
  • Travel insurance

The cost is $260 per week, which includes accommodation, meals, activities, and insurance.

Yes — although many students travel alone, it’s increasingly common for participants to bring:

  • Partners or spouses
  • Parents
  • Friends

We’ve hosted a wide range of accompanying guests, and the program is designed to make them feel welcome and engaged.

Yes — partners are welcome to take part in:

  • Community health fairs (observational)
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Cultural and group activities

Do you recommend a homestay or a hotel for partners?

It depends on your preference:

  • Homestay → best for cultural immersion and language learning
  • Hotel/private accommodation → best for privacy

We’re happy to help you choose the right option.

Good local hotel options include Hilton, DoubleTree, and Wyndham Costa del Sol.

Can partners or family members take Spanish classes?

Yes — this is very popular.

Partners can join the general Spanish components of our program, including:

  • Conversation
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar

These are designed for healthcare environments but do not require a medical background.

Options include:

  • Afternoon classes (2.5 hours/day)
  • Full-day programs (morning + afternoon)

Non-healthcare participants can join the general Spanish elements, but the pure medical Spanish component is reserved for healthcare professionals.

Partners often:

  • Take Spanish classes
  • Go to the gym or fitness classes
  • Enjoy the many local cafes
  • Explore the city or local beaches
  • Join volunteer opportunities
  • Participate in social and cultural activities

There is plenty to do in and around Trujillo.

Is this suitable for physicians or professionals traveling with a partner?

Yes — many qualified physicians and professionals join our programs.

While some prefer the full immersion homestay experience, others opt for:

  • More private or hotel-style accommodation
  • A balance of clinical work and structured Spanish learning

We can tailor accommodation recommendations to suit your comfort level.

Will my partner feel included?

Absolutely. Partners and family members can:

  • Join social activities
  • Attend language classes
  • Participate in community events

Many find the experience just as rewarding as the program participants.

That is fine.  There is wifi available with your host, at local cafes, and at our center.