Category: Stories & Inspiration

Paola and Rosario recently returned from their trip to Torres del Paine where they spent 4 days hiking and cycling around the park on some wonderful trails. Here they tell us about their Bike and Hike Adventure as well as their feedback on the operator and Swoop! Here we are: back from our fantastic trip […]

In December 2012 Sue travelled to Patagonia in December 2012, to do the Torres del Paine Full Circuit with a twist, hiking and mountain biking around some of the most beautiful and wildlife-filled spots in the park including Laguna Azul (where it’s possible to see pumas if you’re lucky), and across the northern part of […]

As it’s our favourite place to stop off on the way to Patagonia, we thought we’d recommend a couple of hotels and a couple of things to do if you’re planning to visit Buenos Aires on your way down south. Luke and I have stayed at several hotels such as this tango-themed Mansion Dandi Royal […]

Julie, Wendy and Diana visited Torres del Paine in January 2012 as part of a small group of friends. Together they hiked the W Circuit and they tell us about their experience with local operator, Chile Nativo. Julie says: I had a slight accident, but Chile Nativo’s care and action was impeccable, and I am […]

Alex visited Patagonia during May and trekked in both Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Parks, with a local operator. He visited some of the top highlights such as Fitz  Roy and Last Torres and camped along the way. Here Alex shares some great photos with us and we find out how his trip […]

Paul hiked the 5-day W Circuit in December 2011 and has been kind enough to answer our questions about the guide, highlights, logistics and Swoop’s service. Where abouts did you go and what did you do whilst in Patagonia? I was in Patagonia for less than a week for the purpose of doing the 5 […]

Alain volunteered with Conservacion Patagonia from 8th October 2011 til 6th November 2011, which is the beginning of spring in Patagonia. We asked him about his experience of volunteering and what he did to help make a difference. If volunteering is something you’d like to do, find out more about Volunteering in Patagonia.    Volunteers […]