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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

"Duncan was great, just the right mix of local knowledge, language and terrific organizational skills. Took any stress out of the trip for us...Brilliant."
GH, Morpeth Jul 2015
Enrique the guide was incredibly well informed and spoke wonderful English. It was a real privilege to spend 2 days with him
MW, Oldham Dec 2015
“Hacienda Chichen Resort - a notable advantage of staying here is the option of walking into Chichén Itzá early in the morning and avoiding the crowds. The website of Hacienda…
AL, Wilmslow Aug 2013
What a fabulous trip - we were very well looked after all the way and our guide was wonderful - we could not praise him more highly. He made sure…
CW, Ilkley Mar 2016
A great all round trip organised and led by a great bunch of professional people.
CA, Brighton May 2016

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