Ali returned at the end of January from a trek in Los Glaciares National Park, where he hiked in and around El Chalten, exploring the many mountains, glaciers, lakes and valleys around the dramatic Mount Fitz Roy. Here he tells us about his trip and his experience of booking with Swoop and our partners, and shares some fantastic photos and videos!
What was the highlight of your trip?
The highlight of my ‘Complete Chalten’ trip was seeing the Continental Ice Field and trekking between Paso del Viento and Paso Huemul with very few people and amazing scenery.
Video: Viedma Glacier & the Continental Ice Field
Did you manage to visit anywhere else in Chile or Argentina on your trip?
Not this time, but hopefully next time.
How well did Swoop Patagonia do helping you plan your holiday, and finding the best trip or operator for you?
Swoop did an excellent job, the flexibility in trying to meet my schedule was great and the operator recommendations were fantastic.
Were you well looked after by the operator in El Chalten & their guides on the trip?
Zoe and the crew did an outstanding job in terms of adjusting the trek to get maximum benefit, it helped that I was a one-man group 🙂
The equipment and food provided was great, the hotels recommended and booked were excellent, and the guide, Gaston did an outstanding job- very professional, knowledgeable, and fun to trek with.
Was there anything that you wish had happened differently/or not happened at all?
Hopefully next time I’ll be able to plan further in advance without many changes.
Do you have any tips for other people who are planning a trip?
Be ready physically and mentally, and enjoy nature at its best.
