Virginia
Canada
Customer
Rating
10
Customer Rating On return from their adventure we ask customers: “On a scale of 0-10, with 10 being the highest, how likely is it that you would recommend Swoop to a friend or colleague?”
Virginia's Trip Date:
19th Jan - 23rd Jan 2025
What was your most memorable moment?
Watching carvings come down in the French valley.
Which of the following best describes your adventure?
Great holiday
On a scale of 0 to 10, how likely is it that you would recommend Swoop to a friend or colleague?
10 out of 10
On a scale of 0 to 10, how would you rate your trip: The Original Torres del Paine W Trek?
10 out of 10
Tell us about Torres del Paine
The best of nature, remote beauty and a few little luxuries along the way.
Tell us about the Trekking
Yes - loved it. But you need to train to make it enjoyable. Pack light.
Something Else?
A few things that would have been helpful to know ahead of time - USD are not commonly accepted. Bring Peso in cash. Wifi could be purchased at the Refugio’s. didn’t need a pillow case. They provided clean ones.
Do you have any tips or advice for other people planning a trip to Patagonia?
Train - run uphill, practice carrying a pack. Bring poles. Pack light. Only need to bring a small water bottle - refills available all along the trail. It’s popular - rather crowded at the towers, lower your expectations about being with only a few people. Bring ear plugs to sleep - Refugio’s can be noisy.
Do you have any recommendations for Swoop, or feedback about the team?
Chile Nativo - particularly our guides Pepa and Mati were amazing - so good at their jobs. The ratio of client to guide was also very good - handy to be able to split by ability when we needed too. They also went above and beyond to help clients that needed it, whether it was sickness, injury or a lost item. The extras of coffee, tea, and avocados were a much appreciated touch.
How prepared and excited for Patagonia did you feel?
I had been before - reasonably prepared.
Would you consider another trip to Patagonia with Swoop?
Yes
Would you be interested in travelling to Antarctica with Swoop?
Yes
Would you be interested in travelling to the Arctic with Swoop?
Yes