Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

Joan est une hôte très douce et bienveillante. Trois semaines de workaway se sont écoulées bien vite. J'ai pu loger dans une chambre dans la maison de Joan, et ai pu bénéficier d'une intimité. Je me suis senti bien accueilli dès le début. Joan a une belle collection de dvd et de livres, nous en avons vu quelques-uns ce qui m'a permis de partager des moments conviviaux et de découvrir quelques films. Il y a de belles ballades à faire pour les amoureux de la randonnée, et de quoi faire aussi pour filer un bon coup de mains. J'ai apprécié mettre la main à la pâte chez elle. Une belle rencontre !! Encore merci, Laurent

Zora came to house-sit for us, we had a lovely experience hosting her. She looked after our animals beautifully and we came home to a warm and tidy house. We're in discussion with her to come back again.

My stay at this farm has been amazing. I felt at home in 3 days with a lovely and very funny family. The work was amazing, I was lucky enough to name and to give the bottle to two adorable lambs. The communication was very good. I loved the food. Met an amazing workawayer there. Only brilliant memories, highly recommend it.

Berta was with us for 3 weeks with her cousin Marta. They were a great help throughout. They were busy growing young plants, caring for the animals, cleaning the stables, renovating in the house and caring for the garden. They also cooked regularly and organized the household. We are very happy that they stayed with us and would be happy if they came back one day.

Hoy se fue Natalia de casa. Realmente fue un verdadero privilegio ser visitados por ella. Siempré cumplió con todo lo acordado y se adaptó a los ritmos de la casa. Hizo su primera tortilla española y cocinó platos que me hija disfrutó encantada. Mi perro, Guardián, se encariñó mucho con ella y extraña sus paseos. Gracias Nati por haber compartido con nosotros estos días y recuerda... "ya es tiempo". Abrazo gigante!

I stayed in Assa for a month, this was my first time doing a workaway and i couldn't have picked a better host. The atmosphere there is amazing, people are really nice including the staff and volunteers. I didnt have teaching experience before but if you can make it work. Lahcen is an amazing person and great host, he was helpful with everything, caring and really generous. I would really recommend this to everyone.

My time in this Workaway project was great. Vicky and Jackie were the best hosts. I enjoyed everything — the time at the school with the sweet kids, playing volleyball in the afternoons, and the weekends. Everything was just great:) I would recommend this to everyone who is thinking about doing a Workaway project. I can’t thank you enough for your time and for taking such good care of us during all those weeks. Hopefully, see you again soon!

English: I had a great time volunteering at this hostel in Villa de Leyva. I arrived toward the end of high season, so it was super chill and relaxed. María and Sebastián are such a cool, kind young couple—very helpful, easygoing, and they really didn’t ask for much. They manage some beautiful properties and create a welcoming, laid-back vibe. I’d definitely recommend this Workaway if you’re looking to spend some quality time in Villa de Leyva and connect with good people. ESP: La pasé increíble haciendo voluntariado en este hostel en Villa de Leyva. Llegué al final de la temporada alta, así que todo estaba súper tranquilo y relajado. María y Sebastián son una pareja joven muy buena onda, amables y siempre dispuestos a ayudar; además, no piden demasiado. Administran propiedades muy lindas y crean un ambiente acogedor y relajado. Sin duda lo recomiendo si quieres pasar un tiempo de calidad en Villa de Leyva y compartir con gente chévere.

Marvin and Justus stayed with us for a little over a month and we enjoyed there stay. They're very handy. They're excellent DIYers. They did carpentry, tiling, and electrical work for us. They're also very pleasant to have around. They're cheerful, easy to talk to, and adapt easily.

Marta was with us for 3 weeks with her cousin Berta. They were a great help throughout. They were busy growing young plants, caring for the animals, cleaning the stables, renovating in the house and caring for the garden. They also cooked regularly and organized the household. We are very happy that they stayed with us and would be happy if they came back one day.

Ho conosciuto Boaz ad agosto 2024 e da subito è stato super disponibile ad aiutarmi ad organizzare al meglio il mio arrivo e permanenza. È stato cosí gentile da venirmi a prendere all’aeroporto di Dar es Salaam e mi è stato di aiuto nell’orientarmi durante i primi giorni, come una guida. Ancora oggi, dopo tanti mesi, siamo in contatto. Consiglio a chiunque in cerca di un’autentica esperienza di non esitare a prender parte al suo progetto. Nonostante possa esser difficile immergersi in una cultura cosí diversa dalla quella europea, la ricordo come una delle esperienze piú arricchenti della mia vita. Se avete spirito di adattamento, non ve ne pentirete! Asante sana 🫶

I spent a month with Terri and her family in November 2025, and it was my second experience as a Workawayer, it was fantastic! Let’s start with the kids: I had the chance to spend time with them on my own as well as share moments all together as a family, and they are absolutely adorable. We painted, played games, chatted, and went to the skatepark together; it was so lovely to be part of their family life like that. I’ve been back in Belgium for a few months now and I think of them regularly. I really hope I can come back to Australia to visit them again soon <3 After taking an hour of driving lessons to feel more confident, I was able to drive the family car, and I was so lucky, because it allowed me to discover some beautiful places around Coolum Beach. For one week specially, I shared many dinners with Ryan and had the chance to talk about lots of different things with him; that was really great as well. And what can I say about Terri? She is amazing. I had many opportunities to talk with her, share a small glass of wine with a cheese platter, and help her with some household tasks. When she came to pick me up in Noosa to take me to Coolum, I immediately knew everything was going to go wonderfully, because within just a few minutes I already felt so comfortable with her. When I arrived, there were little thoughtful gifts waiting for me on my bed in my beautiful room. In such a short time, I felt like I had truly found a second family. It was very hard for me to leave, because she really has become a friend. Since I came back, we have continued to keep in touch, and I still receive photos of the kids from time to time. Thank you for everything during this month, I miss you so much.

¡Susana, Tom, Nila e Ilay, los extrañamos muchísimo!!! Tuvimos la suerte de conocer a esta maravillosa familia durante nuestro voluntariado, en su encantador rincón de paraíso, donde la naturaleza es la verdadera protagonista. El río Ñuble atraviesa su terreno y cada tarde nos regalaba un espectáculo impresionante al atardecer. Rodeados de montañas, bosques nativos y una paz absoluta, fue el lugar perfecto para recargar energías mientras viajamos haciendo autostop por América Latina. ¡Un lugar que nos llenó el corazón! Cada comida en la casa de ellos era un verdadero regalo, hecha con ingredientes frescos, locales y de calidad. El desayuno preparado con el yogurt casero de Tom y la granola preparada con tanto cariño por Susana se convirtió en nuestro ritual favorito... ¡qué lo extrañamos! Tom es un verdadero maestro en la elaboración de quesos, y cuando supimos que hacía mozzarella, no pudimos evitar proponerle hacer una pizza juntos. Estaba tan deliciosa que la "jornada de pizza" se convirtió en una cita que repetimos con mucho gusto. Los trabajos que realizamos siempre fueron estimulantes y variados: limpiamos los senderos en el bosque, hecho el huerto, construimos una mesa con palets y, sin duda, nuestra actividad favorita fue construir el fogón para las noches alrededor del fuego. Susana y Tom nos dieron mucha libertad y confianza, haciendo que cada tarea fuera aún más gratificante. Nos sentimos realmente como en casa de amigos. Además , su conocimiento sobre alimentos y plantas es realmente impresionante, y nos enseñaron muchísimo. Nuestra estancia fue una experiencia única y enriquecedora: Susana y Tom viajaron mucho antes de instalarse en la que ahora es su casa. Con mucha generosidad compartieron con nosotros sus experiencias de vida, que se convirtieron en una fuente de inspiración constante. Fueron una parte fundamental de nuestro viaje y siempre los llevaremos en el corazón. ¡No vemos la hora de regresar para verlos de nuevo y jugar con Nila y Ilay! ¡Un enorme gracias por todo lo que vivimos juntos! Siempre los llevaremos en el corazón.

Phil stayed with me for seven weeks, from the beginning of January until now, and it has been a real pleasure to host him. During the stay, we worked on a variety of projects including painting, interior finishing, and building a movable sauna from scratch. Phil approached every task with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Whether it was detailed indoor work or more physically demanding construction tasks, he showed both skill and dedication. Phil is practical, reliable, and able to work independently when needed. At the same time, he is easy to communicate with and open to feedback. The quality of the work was consistently good, and I could trust him/her with responsibility. Beyond the work itself, Phil was respectful, tidy, and pleasant to have around. Hosting him for these seven weeks has been a very positive experience, and I would gladly recommend Phil to other hosts. You are always welcome back!

Our stay with Gabriel was truly amazing. We felt right at home, and it was such a wonderful experience helping him with his garden and house. The location is fantastic, with easy access to public transport and the tranquility of the mountains. Gabriel was incredibly attentive and helpful. He's such a cheerful and energetic person. We loved spending these weeks with him and would definitely do it again! Thank you! 🥰

We had a wonderful week with Jean and his family! Most of our work was in the lavender fields, helping with the harvest and the oil extraction. It was a very pleasant job. The rest of the time, we helped Jean with different tasks related to his main activity, which is renting cabins. We also spent some time playing with his son Raphaël, which was a real pleasure for us. The working hours are very nice and flexible. Jean is always kind and caring, and he really wants to help you discover the region. Thanks to this, we shared many great moments with the family. The place is beautiful. The property is located near the ocean, in a very touristic area during summer. Regarding accommodation, we stayed in a lovely small house with our own kitchen and private bathroom, which offered a very high level of comfort. Jean also paid for our food, which made the experience even better. Overall, it was an excellent experience. We would have loved to stay longer, as we felt very welcome and truly part of their small ecosystem. We can only recommend this place! Our only regret is that our level of Spanish was not good enough to talk more with Carla, Jean’s wife, and their friends. Jean, of course, speaks French, which made communication very easy 🙂

We really loved our experience with Pablo. It was a great pleasure to help him with the different projects on his large property. The tasks we did were varied and interesting, and Pablo is very attentive and always tries to propose work that matches your interests and skills. During our stay, the working rhythm was very relaxed, which gave us plenty of time to enjoy the surroundings. The lakes, volcanoes, and the wild nature of the national park create a very peaceful and beautiful atmosphere, perfect for anyone looking for nature and tranquility. We also discovered amazing places thanks to Pablo. Regarding the accommodation, it was extremely comfortable. We had our own private place with a kitchen and a bathroom, which gave us real independence and privacy. In short, we can only recommend helping Pablo. On top of everything, he speaks excellent English, which makes communication very easy.

Even in the short time Anaïs was here, her independence, knowledge and experience was a great help to me. It's worth emphasizing that she took very good care of the accommodation; not many volunteers leave a place cleaner than they found it. Thank you so much! In summary I can highly recommend Marina to any future host and would gladly welcome her back anytime.

The last three weeks have been an absolutely fantastic experience in Pisa. Colin and Luisa were incredibly kind and gracious hosts. I learned so much about Italian culture, history, and even some of the language from them. They provided a lovely house and an abundance of food, which made me feel very comfortable and welcome. Pruning the olive trees was hard work, but very rewarding. During the rainy days, we created a beautiful bamboo fence, which was such a fun and creative project. The work schedule felt fair and balanced. It was also great to meet other like-minded Workawayers from around the world and share this experience together. I appreciated our last night so much making pizza from scratch in their outdoor pizza oven and sharing stories together. This experience made me realize there is a whole world out there to explore and make everlasting memories. I’m very grateful for my time here and would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone interested in learning, working outdoors, and being part of a warm and welcoming home.

I really enjoyed my time with Angel, Valeria and baby Astor. From the first day, I felt very welcome and part of the family. I learned a lot during my stay and really appreciated the variety of tasks, which kept things interesting and allowed me to gain new experiences. The communication was always clear and kind, and expectations were well explained. The food was very good, and I also had a nice amount of free time to explore. They gave great recommendations for the area, which is absolutely lovely and worth discovering. Overall, it was a beautiful experience with a warm and welcoming family. I’m very grateful for my time there and would definitely recommend staying with them.