George

Ireland

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?”

George's Trip Date:

8th Mar - 20th Mar 2023

George's Ship:

Plancius

What was your most memorable moment?

The overnight camp out was special , we had a beautiful starry night and we’re lucky . Mountaineering came a close second !

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?

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10 out of 10

On a scale of 0 to 10, how would you rate your trip: Antarctic Basecamp Adventure?

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9 out of 10

Were Swoop right to recommend Oceanwide Expeditions?

Yes

Tell us about Zodiac excursions

Yes ,big time . I own a rib so home from home !

Tell us about the expedition team

Very helpful and professional

Tell us about the Plancius

Excellent choice as ship . Allowed access to places like Deception island . Very flexible . Limited group of passengers a definite plus

Tell us about Ushuaia

Still has a frontier town feel , perfect launch location

Something Else?

Lectures on Plancius from the expedition team were first class , very informative, provided real appreciation of the environment

Do you have any tips or advice for other people planning a trip to Antarctica?

Go the expedition route , not the big cruise liner , if you want to really see Antartica . Don’t forget your togs for the polar plunge !

Has your experience changed your perspective in any way?

I’ve been to Kilimanjaro, Everest Base Camp , Iceland , etc and this trip was right up there with EBC in terms of wow factor and a definite bucket list trip for any serious traveller

Do you have any recommendations for Swoop, or feedback about the team?

Maybe try and grade the mountaineers so that those who really don’t mind bad weather and are fit enough , can be allowed a more adventurous outing . I recognise safety is paramount as are sea conditions but at least the ones who are familiar with this type of trek get to go out . Not a complaint, just an observation

How prepared and excited for Antarctica did you feel?

After waiting 3 years because of Covid I was defo prepared and very excited, you are going to Antarctica after all , not Brighton pier .

Would you consider another trip to Antarctica with Swoop?

Yes

Would you be interested in travelling to Patagonia with Swoop?

Yes

Would you be interested in travelling to The Arctic with Swoop?

Yes

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