Martin
United Kingdom
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?”
Martin's Trip Date:
16th Nov - 20th Nov 2025
What was your most memorable moment?
At the top of the French valley watching the clouds clear to unveil more and more of the mountain!
Which of the following best describes your adventure?
Life changing
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 trek was challenging, requiring a high level of fitness. We took it at a rapid pace, seeing so much. It totally surpassed my expectations; I didn’t realise how remote it would be. The highlight was the grey glacier, but the near-blow-over by gusts of wind en route to Quernos was also incredible!
Do you have any tips or advice for other people planning a trip to Patagonia?
So a few training hikes before taking in this very challenging hike! You have to sleep with others so take earplugs. Pack minimally think layers. A change of underwear for every day and a different outfit for hiking and evening/ bed and a different base layer top. Evening outfit should be comfy and warm, light slippers is a great shout for cosying up the evenings!
Has your experience changed your perspective in any way?
It has made me want to do more hiking holidays as this is my first! It made us think there is more to life than the limited life we lead in cities (we live in London) nature is everything and it feeds your soul, we need more of this our guide was very nature oriented and rejected the cooperate rat race style life which was inspiring.
Do you have any recommendations for Swoop, or feedback about the team?
I was quite nervous about keeping up with the length of the hikes and worried I might get blisters. I would appreciate some more information about fitness levels needed and training required. Also, the guide could engage the group a bit on WhatsApp before the trip, which could be a nice touch, although I understand it’s hard with people who haven’t met before.
How prepared and excited for Patagonia did you feel?
We watched the preparatory videos and information from the team, which helped us prepare everything we needed. I was a little worried the hikes would be too much for me, but they weren’t.
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
Would you be interested in travelling to Scotland, Ireland, New Zealand, Tanzania, Botswana, Namibia, Kenya or The Galapagos, with one of our trusted partners?
Yes
Would you like to receive our email newsletter about our other destinations?
Yes
When are you thinking of taking your next trip?
Beyond 12 months
