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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

We had a forest facing cabana which was fine but a lake view would be better. Restaurant was fine and staff helpful. Swimming pool was very good and much appreciated…
GW, Winchester Dec 2015
Interesting place. Lovely sunset. Good food - more variety than most.
GN, Kingsbridge Jan 2016
Most Memorable Moment?: The obvious answer is the whole thing! If I had to choose, I'd say the experience of arriving at the top of the Prince Phillip Steps on…
DM, Nottingham Jun 2018
Beautiful hotel with fantastic rooms giving an almost private feel with the jungle just outside our balcony. Service in the bar was a little slow but the food and drinks…
MW, Oldham Dec 2015
"A lovely, relaxing few days. The weather was a bit windy on the first 2 days but seeing it at it's best with a mill pond ocean on day 3…
SW, Romsey Mar 2014
Most memorable experience: “The lake crossing from Bariloche to Peurto Varas was a great experience. The wine tour (organised through Tim Robertson) was a great success and we appreciated JLA's…
SW, Bangor Feb 2013

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