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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

Nicola went above and beyond the call of duty especially with regards to my 50th birthday, she made everything easy and enjoyable. Great group as well, we all got along…
CG, Bristol Dec 2015
Having travelled with JLA before, I’m afraid I’ve run out of superlatives to describe the quality of the whole experience from tentative initial inquiry to arriving home; as ever exhausted…
DM, Nottingham Jun 2018
The salt flats was very memorable, but more generally it was our introduction to lifestyles and nature in the altiplano that was very satisfying.
TG, London Aug 2019
Cabins excellent. Busy at weekends.
GS, Taunton Dec 2015
"The w trek/Ecocamp experience was the best part off the trip for us, all the Ecocamp staff were excellent.”
LF, Brentwood Nov 2013
"Overall, the party gelled very well, the tour leader was a great guide and travelling companion we saw some wonderful sights - Machu Picchu and the other Inca sites especially.…
JT, Ashford Sep 2013

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