Richard
United States Of America
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?”
Richard's Trip Date:
16th Feb - 23rd Feb 2025
What was your most memorable moment?
Difficult to pick any one specific moment - perhaps just seeing the smile on my wife's face as this trip was a longtime dream of hers. Additionally, I loved seeing my 17 year olds interacting with other travelers and expanding their perspective on the world.
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: Safari in Southern Patagonia?
8 out of 10
Tell us about EcoCamp
A very special place. Difficult to truly describe.
Something Else?
There were a few communication glitches. Nothing that caused an impact, just some anxiety. In multiple places our reservations were under "Rick for 4" - hotel in Punta Arenas, car service, bus tickets, maybe a few other spots. Also, did not receive an update on timing to leave for Magdelena Island the night before, so we were at breakfast with our fingers crossed hoping for a pickup, which dd come. Lastly, I think Swoop could provide some better recommendations on tipping expectations for guides and attractions (restraunts/activities) in Arenas/Natales. For instance, we found a GREAT coffee shop in Arenas, but the hotel was useless with recommendations for dining.
Do you have any tips or advice for other people planning a trip to Patagonia?
Go for as long as you can! If you ae a US Citizen, be prepared for political discourse regarding the current President and his approach to the world. Literally has a group from the UK tell us that my family had restored their faith in Americans.
Would you consider another trip to Patagonia with Swoop?
Yes
Would you be interested in travelling to Antarctica with Swoop?
No
Would you be interested in travelling to the Arctic with Swoop?
Yes
Do you have any recommendations for Swoop, or feedback about the team?
You guys were great - we talked to other travellers that had booked through Swoop and they all felt the same way.
How prepared and excited for Patagonia did you feel?
You did a good job of building communication and excitement ahead of the trip.
Has your experience changed your perspective in any way?
I've travelled pretty widely, so not a change in perspective as much as just reinforcing my belief that travel is educational, transformative and incredibly important.