Category: Planning & Tips

Patagonia boasts countless treasures, including the granite spires of Torres del Paine National Park and the spectacular Fitz Roy Massif. The region’s trails are renowned among wide-eyed hikers the world over, and it’s easy to see why. Deep forested valleys are carved by giant glaciers that crumble into powder-blue lakes and ice fields sparkle high […]

If you’re a wildlife fanatic like me, the variety of magnificent creatures to be found in Patagonia makes it the ideal place for an outdoor adventure. From the apex predator: the Andean puma, to the gargantuan humpback whale, with a whole plethora of weird and wonderful birds and mammals in between. During my trip to […]

After many years working as a tour leader wining and dining clients night after night, Sally has had the chance of discovering, eating and thoroughly enjoying the very best that Patagonia has to offer. Below are just a few of her recommendations.

A half day of kayaking, ice hiking or both is a real compliment to any hike in Torres del Paine. Both these excursions leave from Refugio Grey and run from October – March twice daily. Speak to the Swoop team to include these exciting excursions in your itinerary.  

Amber and Mark give us detailed feedback from their recent trip to Chiloe Island and Torres del Paine, some great tips for people planning on a similar itinerary.

Charles and Eva talk about their recent trip to Patagonia and give their tips for other people planning a trip.

Steve and Annie recently came back from Patagonia where they did a hike called Dagostino among other activities. Read their advice for other travellers planning on doing a similar kind of trip.

Eddie returned from Patagonia where he was fortunate enough to see 45 whales on a cruise, here he talks about his experience booking with swoop and Patagonia’s sights.