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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

Perito Merino and Iguazú Falls were undoubtedly the high points - unforgettable experiences.
TW, Prenton Jul 2019
"The yurt bedrooms were great, with stunning views. Good food and excellent wine again (from the Matetic vineyard). The guides were all terrific, hugely enthusiastic and well-informed about the park,…
MT, Henley on Thames Feb 2014
"Wonderful hotel in a fantastic position. Staff excellent."
DC, Worthing Feb 2014
“The Eco-Habs are brilliant.”
JK, Basingstoke Feb 2014
The Iguazu Falls - even better than we hoped.
CF Nov 2010
Vinales: Very simple but spotlessly clean and very helpful hosts who arranged riding tour for us. Good cooking and great value food and drink- we bought our second dinner there.
SP, Cirencester Feb 2015

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Charlotte Daubeney - Travel Expert

Charlotte's fascination with Latin America began with a family holiday to Belize. She went on to study Spanish in school and at university before spending a year living in Santiago, Chile.

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