Back

Santa Cruz Lodge

0 1 2

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

Berner was an absolutely excellent guide. I couldn't fault him in the slightest His in depth knowledge, his passion for everything he talked about was infectious and really…
JB, London Nov 2018
The whole experience was amazing, from the discussions with Adam while planning the trip, Antonio’s handling of my flight changes at the start and the tour itself. You have some…
MF London Dec 2014
Bolivia Highlights? Impossible to single out any one aspect. We had visited the salt flats before and thought that this might be exactly the same, but as the road and…
DJ, Cardiff Aug 2011
"Fantastic innovative architecture, we loved this place when we arrived. However: the swimming pool should be heated at this altitude - it was cold."
CC, Carnforth Feb 2014
Very useful and cheap laundry service!
AS, Frome Feb 2018
Our guide, German, was fun and informative, including telling us about Argentinian life and customs and we enjoyed the tour very much.
MM, Holt Apr 2017

0 1 2 3 4 5

Our Expert's Opinion

Hannah Waterhouse - Travel Expert

Hannah had an early introduction to Latin America when her family moved to Ecuador and she returned to study in Buenos Aires for a year before backpacking across the continent.

Get in touch Meet our experts

Papagaio

Your edit for Latin American inspiration

Our exciting range of articles on Latin America explore everything from iconic destinations and lesser-known cultural gems to delicious traditional recipes. You’ll also find exclusive travel tips, first-hand client reviews and the chance to get your personal questions answered by our travel experts.

View Extraordinary Inspiration

View Extraordinary Inspiration
Food and Drink

Belizean Stuffed Lobster
Learn more
View Extraordinary Inspiration
Food and Drink

Fanesca: Ecuadorian Soup
Learn more
View Extraordinary Inspiration
Tales from the Road

Just Back From… Mexico With Paul Winrow-Giffin
Learn more

Wildlife and Nature

Latin America’s top-flight birds

Learn more

Culture, Music, Sport and Festivals

Quirky festivals

Learn more

Meet our team

Real Latin american experts

Get in touch Meet our experts

Kathryn Rhodes - Travel Expert

Kathryn backpacked across Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru before joining us. She has a degree in Philosophy and French and is a keen netball player.
Ben Line - Travel Expert

Ben fell in love with Latin America on a six month backpacking trip from Colombia to Mexico in 1995. Since then he has explored most of South America, including living in Peru for a year. He is now Head of Sales.
Lina Fuller - Travel Expert

Lina's passion for the continent where she was born really took off when she moved to Córdoba (Argentina) to study, spending the holidays travelling between Argentina and her native Colombia.
Finn Clennett - Travel Expert
Sophie Barber - Travel Expert

Sophie lived in Chile before joining us and has travelled extensively across Latin America, from Mexico to the furthest tip of Patagonia and beyond to Antarctica.
Hannah Waterhouse - Travel Expert

Hannah had an early introduction to Latin America when her family moved to Ecuador and she returned to study in Buenos Aires for a year before backpacking across the continent.