Karen

South Africa

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?”

Karen's Trip Date:

28th Dec - 10th Jan 2026

What was your most memorable moment?

Reaching the Southern Peninsula. Felt like we had arrived in another planet!

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?

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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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10 out of 10

Were Swoop right to recommend Oceanwide Expeditions?

Yes

Tell us about the expedition team

Exceptional knowledgeable, qualified, entertaining, friendly, hospitable, passionate expedition team! Stand outs: Chloe was incredible! Get all teary just thinking of this exceptional leader! Also loved Joyce & Koen. Sid & Werner. You could see & feel the entire team had a fantastic energy & bond amongst each other. The Captain & bridge crew were brilliant too!! All 20 out of 10. Amazing amazing team

Tell us about the Ortelius

Over delivered on our expectation. Brochure showed much older, less attractive pics so we were thrilled! Food was great! Dietary requirements well taken care of. Hotel & restaurant staff brilliant. Ingrid and her team were first class! Again ready to think of how special they all made us feel. Two waitrons were delightful- Mel &

Something Else?

A proper coffee machine to make Flat White, Cortado, etc. Even if one had to pay for this.

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

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

Yes

Would you be interested in travelling to Patagonia with Swoop?

No

Would you consider another trip to Antarctica with Swoop?

No

Tell us about Zodiac excursions

Loved them and felt safe. I would possibly suggest a max of 2.5hrs per cruise. It gets uncomfortable and can get cold

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