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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

"My husband loved the Cabanas Mirador in Puerto Guadal”
NM, Wood Green Dec 2013
Beautiful small hotel in a great location on quiet street opposite wonderful old monastery. Succession of small courtyards and gardens with small pool.
ML, Leeds Aug 2018
Most memorable experience: “All of Venezuela except Caracas and Margarita. The Delta and Los Llanos and Angel Falls were fantastic.”
AM, Woodbridge Nov 2011
We loved this place and would recommend highly . Beautiful location ,really welcoming staff and such an unusual experience staying in a yurt.
LH, Altrincham Feb 2018
A really wonderful hotel with the best trips in the Panatal morning and evening. Feeding caiman, piranha fishing, horse riding in the wetlands, kayaking, visiting a local village, bats at…
LM,London Aug 2014
Casa Basita - Basic accomodation but all clean. decent breakfast Welcoming hostess who was very helpful. Quite a character
SR, Frome Dec 2016

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