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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

Most memorable aspect: “All aspects of the Coffee Zone trip and the hike into the Valle de Cocora”
GG, Banff Jul 2012
A beautiful hotel and grounds. We felt very spoilt in our deluxe casita very plush, spacious, clean and comfortable. The nights were quite chilly so we appreciated the log fire…
VH, Bristol Jul 2019
"Despite being caught in a torrential rainstorm, our guide for the Brazilian side was charming and well-humoured. Our tour of the Argentinian side was a hugely memorable experience."
SC, Ashford Jun 2014
"Excellent - and very cheap - food."
DK, Richmond Jan 2014
Most memorable experience: "The museum with the treasures from the Lord of Sipan tomb, and then seeing the actual site. Breathtaking, and amazingly unpublicised."
PY, Stanley Aug 2014
"Surpassed expectations - we hadn't been expecting much but the view was stunning, the rooms clean and the beds ok. Breakfast was fine, staff a little off-hand and the pool…
SW, Romsey Mar 2014

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Charlotte Daubeney - Travel Expert

Charlotte's fascination with Latin America began with a family holiday to Belize. She went on to study Spanish in school and at university before spending a year living in Santiago, Chile.

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