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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

Eagle was an epic trip within all of its parameters; geographic, cultural, historic and culinary. I would not hesitate to recommend it.
RB, Henley-on-Thames Jan 2017
"This was the highlight of our trip. Our naturalist guide, Esteban Chavez Garcia, was outstanding. He was so knowledgeable about the wildlife as well as being involved. The crew were…
HS, Chiswick May 2014
Everything from start to finish was done with accuracy. Jamie replied quickly to any questions.All flight /hotel vouchers/excursion vouchers were correct and given to us at the correct time.All guides…
DC, Northallerton Jun 2017
Loved it! Reasons: Food and service Grounds Natural pools Tours Our room
MO, Woodbridge Oct 2016
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KL, Aylesbury Aug 2014
Most memorable aspect: “Many. I liked the arrangement which was a good mix of independent trip and organised travel, I was able to make more out of it than in…
AV, Brockwell Mar 2012

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A globetrotter since her childhood, Alex spent a year studying abroad in Guadalajara and has returned to Latin America countless times since then.

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