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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

The town of Trinidad which we just loved. We thought it was really good to stay at a Casa and would recommend that experience for at least one section of…
PD, Dublin Apr 2012
Highlights “With the exception of Coban which has very little to offer, everyday offered a new, memorable and in many cases totally unexpected experience. We were so fortunate to see…
DA, Waterloo Apr 2013
Nice garden area and trails. Excellent in house guides. Good food and service in the restaurant. Everything was well organised.
GW, Winchester Dec 2015
Upgraded to a Junior Suite on arrival which was appreciated. Great views of the lake.
CS, London Jan 2016
Highlight?: Santa Clara - fantastic accommodation and very memorable tour of city, Che mausoleum etc. The tour of Cienfuegos thanks to a wonderful guide (Sara(h?)).
JM, Dorking Apr 2018
"Very clean, large bedrooms and excellent staff."
AD, Chalfont St. Giles Jun 2015

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