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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

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RW, Usk Apr 2012
Great location on the lake. Lovely areas for sitting and relaxing and super pool and sun deck. Good food and wonderful staff. Probably the least comfy bed of our trip.…
LM Reading Mar 2015
“Cristalino Jungle Lodge was outstanding. The ethos of care for both the forest and the guests could not have been improved. This was the highlight of our trip. The guide…
TO, Norwich Sep 2013
"The whole thing was incredible. Seeing the sunrise at Machu Picchu was just about number one, but the trek itself, particularly through the forest on the third day, was also…
AL, Basingstoke Jun 2014
"Breathtaking, take the boat trip if you do not mind getting wet."
HT, Brackley Mar 2014
In San Pedro de Atacama we were spoilt for choice for positive experiences although if we had to choose it would be the time at the puritama hot springs. Time…
CK, Trowbridge Jun 2013

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