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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.

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What our clients say

  • As expected, the music was wonderful, especially with dancing in the cultural centre in Vinales.

    JR, London Mar 2014

  • This is our 3rd trip with JLA and we look forward to our 4th. The best place to start planning holiday in South America, incredible wealth of knowledge and experience.

    LG, Richmond Jan 2020

  • The tour makes you realise how diverse Peruvian history is, and is more than just the Incas and Spanish Conquistadors.

    JDC, Sheffield Jun 2019

  • This is a decent place to stay with great views, if a little way outside the town - easier going to eat walking downhill than coming back up. The breakfast…

    RP, London Apr 2016

  • The trip to Harberton from Ushuaia to see the penguins was amazing. The weather was perfect, we saw 4 whales, a lot of other wildlife including a King penguin. The…

    DF, Malvern Jan 2019

  • The Galápagos offer amazing access to stunning wild-life and a great week living on a boat.

    PJ, London Apr 2010
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