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Santa Cruz Lodge

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A comfortable Eco-Lodge that acts as the ideal base from which to prepare for the scenic challenge of the Santa Cruz trek.

The Santa Cruz Lodge, located in the foothills of the Huascaran National Park, is a comfortable Eco-Lodge that acts as the ideal base from which to prepare for the scenic challenge of the popular Santa Cruz trek. Based 2,900 metres above sea level, it is perfectly positioned for those wanting to acclimatise for the hike, and its cosy campfire, restaurant serving ingredients mostly produced on site and snug bedrooms, mean it is also a good place to relax and recover afterwards. The lodge is actively involved in projects to improve the local community, with education and technology cornerstones of its attempts at having a positive social impact.

What our clients say

A really neat idea this, great fun and we really enjoyed the guide, the food and the other members of the party.
HB, Bristol Apr 2017
Comfortable room with stunning view of the mountain. Very clean. At breakfast a big choice with lots of fruit and nuts. the food in both restaurants was very good. A…
AD, Cambridge Mar 2016
Staff here were very helpful and the friendliest of all the hotels. The hotel could possibly do with some modernising but would recommend due to the staff and proximity to…
HT, Cardiff Aug 2019
Well worth seeing.
JB, Mansfield Jan 2018
“From the first pick-up we were treated to impassioned talks by enthusiasts, and one certainly appreciated the fact that Yacutinga does research and these people are serious scientists. Like all…
MP, Bristol Apr 2014

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