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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

Wonderful old building with a history and great location. Some practical aspects on the restoration, our room was small, the cutlery was not entirely practical in the restaurant(too much emphasis…
JW, London Dec 2016
"The Sanctuary Lodge was wonderful with very attentive service and we had our best night’s sleep there....lovely big bed..........or maybe that’s because we spent 3 hours clambering over the ruins…
JR Truro May 2013
Alexandra was very helpful throughout. When we asked to do the one day walk to Macchu Pichu which wasn't a JLA option at the time she made it possible for…
JH, Radstock Jun 2018
Many thanks to JLA for their excellent service and care right up to the last minute.
RS, Northwood Mar 2017
Excellent hotel, good service, good restaurant.
JDL, St Neots Apr 2016
Costa Rica is too beautiful to miss!
PC, Moreton-in-Marsh Jan 2012

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After graduating in Computer Science, Paul spent seven months travelling from Colombia to Argentina and came home hooked on Latin America.

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