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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

Patagonia for its stark beauty, stunning snow covered mountains and tranquility.
SB, Solihull Dec 2015
"Great experience, simple but exactly as described. Food simple and delicious. We were the only people staying at the lodge which we loved. Osman changed his itinerary to show us…
MC, Teddington Nov 2013
"We've marked Mine as excellent although the quality of the bath linen was poor and the breakfast was only average but the hotel staff were an absolute delight and the…
CE, Bromley Oct 2013
Excellent professional service both before and during the holiday. Would certainly recommend Journey Latin America as a company to discover South America with.
EW, Weston-Super-Mare Nov 2018
Highlight: Sorry but its several! Canaima, two moments, going behind the curtain of water in the Sapo Waterfall and the view of the whole Angel Falls from the viewpoint after…
MAC, Salford Jan 2016

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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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