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Volunteering here was my first ever workaway and what a great one it was! The days started with different tasks between the team. There wasn’t a lot of planting or harvesting work at the time due to the season I visited in, but there were so many other tasks to do. These included moving soil to level the beds, garlic planting, sanding, bamboo fencing and plastering the walls. There was always laughter and music, and the days often finished with sweet tea at a cafe. Bishwo has so many ideas for the site, and his brain works 100 miles an hour. His passion and sense of humour was a joy to be around. Lena brings ideas to life, pouring so much energy into the project. It’s incredible to see how much progress has been made already. It was a pleasure to meet and work alongside them both for 2 weeks! 🌼 P.s. thank you to Bishwo for taking me to the local hospital when my asthma got bad. Air quality in the Kathmandu valley is in the unhealthy category so even if you have mild asthma like me I would recommend wearing an N95 mask. Pokhara is the same so it is worth preparing (I wish I had!)

Hosting Sandra was nothing short of a true blessing to our home, school, and entire community on Rusinga Island. From the very first day, Sandra brought with her a beautiful energy, warm, open hearted, and genuinely kind. She connected effortlessly with everyone around her. With Mama Jane, she became family almost instantly, sharing laughter, stories, and moments that we will always cherish. Her presence in the home created a joyful and peaceful atmosphere that we deeply miss. At the school, Sandra was exceptional. She engaged with the children in such a natural and loving way that they immediately adored her. She did not just participate, she gave herself fully. Whether in class, during playtime, or in simple interactions, she made every child feel seen, valued, and happy. Her positive spirit and enthusiasm were contagious, and she left a lasting impact on both the learners and the teachers. Sandra is also very adaptable and understanding. She embraced the realities of rural life with grace and positivity, never complaining but instead appreciating the experience for what it truly is. That kind of mindset is rare and admirable. Beyond her contributions, Sandra is simply a wonderful human being, respectful, responsible, easy to live with, and full of life. She blended perfectly into our environment and became part of our story here. We are incredibly grateful for the time we shared with her. Sandra will always have a home on Rusinga Island, and we highly highly recommend her to any future host. Anyone who gets the chance to host her is truly lucky. Thank you Sandra for the love, joy, and memories. You are deeply missed and always welcome back. 💛

Très bonne semaine passée avec tania.douce et discrète mais ayant son caractère, elle m'a bien aidé dans toute les tâches demandées, nous avons bien échangé et ou aborder divers sujets en profondeur, ce fut bien agréable. Je recommande fortement.

Kayla stayed with us for several months and honestly became part of the family here. From the beginning she brought an amazing energy to the hostel. She is fun, positive, and very easy to be around, and guests loved her. She taught yoga at the hostel almost every day for about an hour, which quickly became one of our favorite activities. Many guests joined regularly and it created a really nice community feeling in the mornings. Kayla is also great with social media and helped bring good vibes online as well as in the hostel. She connects naturally with people and makes everyone feel welcome. She also has a wonderful way with animals. Our hostel cats absolutely loved her and she quickly became one of their favorite humans. After such a long stay she is not just a volunteer anymore but a close friend to us. We would welcome her back anytime and can highly recommend her to any host.

Muchísimas gracias por tus palabras;) Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaste el surf, el ambiente y la magia de Lobitos. Además, fuiste un excelente voluntario,responsable, comprometido y siempre con muy buena energía para ayudar en todo lo que se necesitaba. Da gusto recibir personas así totalmente recomendado para cualquier experiencia Workaway

Thank you dear Lena for your great help on our farm, during our preparations for spring 🌼. It was a pleasure hosting you and we really appreciated your curiousity and those amazing buckwheat pancakes 🥞 . It was a joy hosting you, thank you for the positivity, the long talks & going on a women‘s strike with Freya 💪. We and the chickens and Mila will miss you and who knows, maybe one day we will see each other again. You definitely have a place to stay if you ever come back to the region. Kind regards Freya & David

I really enjoyed my four-week stay with Miguel and the rest of the staff in the delightful city of Popayan. This is a very well-run organization, which provides English classes, conversation evenings, and listening clubs in a way that is fun and engaging for everyone involved. While there, the attendees can order a range of snacks and drinks from the café. It is very well attended in the evenings, with different levels of English learners in separate groups. As most of the program does not begin until after 4 pm, the volunteers have a lot of free time; the “working” hours are perhaps 2–3 hours per day at most – mainly engaging in conversational English – with Sundays off. The on-site accommodation for the volunteers is small, ensuite, and adequate. There is a small kitchen area to use for cooking, with some fridge space. You have a door key, so you can come and go as you please outside café opening hours. The colonial center of Popayan is very nice and is certainly safe, at least in daylight hours. There are loads of great cafes, restaurants, and bars to try out. A great volunteering experience – thank you to all!

Charlie arrived the day before I left and quickly settled in. I felt at ease with her right away, and the dogs clearly did too—especially Pixie, who instantly took to her and wouldn’t stop giving her kisses. We went over the dogs’ routine and had a relaxed chat, which made me feel confident leaving everything in her care. She came across as calm, capable, and very trustworthy. I’m incredibly grateful to Charlie for looking after my three dogs and my home so well. Everything was spotless when I returned, and the dogs were happy, content, and clearly well exercised. I would happily recommend her to anyone.

Amelia is very young but mature for her age, she has good humour, we enjoyed playing rummi together. She got along pretty well with the other workaway. She was very respectful. It was nice having her around.

Danke für die sehr bereichernden, gemütlichen und inspirierenden fünf Wochen. Mit Sehnsucht nach Natur, Ruhe und Lernen sind wir gekommen - aufgetankt, entschleunigt und gefüllt mit schönen, berührenden Eindrücken gegangen. Die Arbeit mit Christian (mit dem wir hauptsächlich arbeiteten, da Beate im Winter bewusst etwas kürzer tritt) empfanden wir als sehr angenehm. Wir nahmen ihn überaus aufmerksam, zugewandt, rücksichtsvoll und wertschätzend wahr. Als wir das rückmeldeten, erklärte er uns, dass er wohl alle Anwesenden ein bisschen wie seine Familie/Kinder betrachte. Das spiegelt wieder, wie sich die Atmosphäre für uns anfühlte. :) Wer traditionelle christliche Werte und Normen schätzt, wird sich hier schnell Zuhause fühlen. Wir hätten uns an manchen Stellen etwas mehr Austausch auf Augenhöhe und Offenheit für andere Perspektiven gewünscht. Unglücklicherweise haben wir einen außergewöhnlich kalten, regnerischen, stürmischen Winter erwischt, hatten es aber dank Ofen, Spielen, kuscheligen Kätzchen und netter Gesellschaft immer muckelig und warm. Also können wir auch im Winter wärmstens empfehlen und kommen gerne wieder!

​It was such a joy having Amy and Lauren stay with us! From the moment they arrived, they felt like a natural extension of our family—like having two extra daughters around the house. ​They brought so much life and laughter to our home with their constant jokes and great spirits. One of the highlights was during my husband’s birthday; they were so playful and thoughtful, even holding up a lighter for him to blow out as a "candle." ​Beyond their wonderful personalities, they were incredibly helpful and proactive, always jumping in to help wash the dishes every single evening without being asked. We truly enjoyed every moment of their company and would welcome them back in a heartbeat. Any host would be lucky to have such kind, funny, and helpful guests.

I stayed for just over a month from January to mid February 2026. I arrived feeling quite unwell and experiencing chronic fatigue, and I was met with such kindness, patience, and understanding. Julia, Angela, and Johannas were all incredibly warm and supportive, which made a huge difference to my experience. Although it was quite cold during my stay, I loved seeing the beautiful snow. I deeply appreciated the many meaningful conversations and the strong sense of connection. Visiting the community centre Julia works was a lovely highlight, and spending time with the beautiful horses, especially Bilbo, was very special. I also got to go sledding! which was such a fun experience for me. I also loved being surrounded by nature, enjoying cosy movie nights, and witnessing the beauty of the snow. It was a nurturing and memorable experience that I am very grateful for.

Having Ingelin with us for three weeks was a positive experience. She is mature and responsible, silent and respectful, and open and ready to help with everything. We were happy to have we with us and we would recommend the experience.

We are very grateful for the time we shared together with Lisa Aka Lisa (Sugar-Erdene) The children really enjoyed the snowflake activities and especially loved learning how to make a snowman with her ☃️ It was such a unique and fun experience for them, and they were all so engaged and excited. She also prepared Mongolian food for our family, and it was absolutely delicious—we truly enjoyed experiencing her culture through her cooking. It was also such a lovely coincidence that Layla and Aidan could celebrate their birthdays together 🎉, creating a very special and memorable moment for everyone. Her presence brought so much positivity, care, and cultural richness into our home and school. We will always remember the beautiful memories we created together and truly appreciate everything she shared with us.

Dan and Lara stayed with us for 2 weeks, but it felt like a whole month. They helped us out so much. They work very independently, find jobs to do, listen to instructions and execute till the tinniest detail. They stayed on our sailboat and kept it really tidy. We loved to see them rowing around on the tiny dinghy, going on adventures. Can definitely recommend having them as guests! Very fun to be around and good stories to tell :)

Erika was a truly wonderful addition to our nursery and family. She has a personality that is always energetic, generous, and positive, bringing great warmth and enthusiasm to everything she does. The children absolutely loved her pizza-making class 🍕—it was such a fun and memorable experience for them! Her interactions with the children were always genuine, caring, and full of love. She engages with them in such a fun and passionate way, making learning enjoyable and meaningful. It was clear how comfortable and happy the children felt around her. Aidan and Arrietty especially enjoyed their time with Erika and still miss the moments they shared together. She created a strong and special bond with them that we truly appreciate. We are very grateful for the care, joy, and positivity Erika brought to our children. She will always be warmly remembered by all of us. You will always have a home with us in Malaysia. Ciao e grazie, and we hope to see you again someday! ❤️

The atmosphere at this hostel is truly unique — it’s one of those rare places where people still genuinely connect and spend time together. We had an amazing time, not only with Nico and the other volunteers, but also with the guests. There were many memorable evenings, including lots of fun Catan games. The structured work schedule made it easy to plan excursions and explore the surroundings. Nico’s recommendations for the area were incredibly valuable and made our stay even better. Thank you for all the delicious food, your patience with our Spanish, and for creating such a special experience. We are truly grateful for the time we spent here — it’s something we will never forget. All the best for the future!

With her pleasant, attentive, genuinely friendly, calm, humorous and extremely energetic manner, Nadja filled us with a deep sense of gratitude and optimism. We had picked her up from her previous host and arrived at our property together with her. When we realised that the storm had knocked over a huge tree, we couldn’t believe it when she simply remarked: “I’ve done a chainsaw course”. One doubt remains... do mythical creatures like fairies, good elves or dwarves really exist??? :) THANK YOU, Nadja, for everything!!! We wish you all the love and happiness in the world for your ambitious future plans! And should you ever want to come back, please let us know in good time so we can get hold of a French horn. THANKS to Workaway!

I stayed for about a week in early October 2025 and had a beautiful time, even in such a short stay. Catherine and Wouter are both lovely, family centred people who made me feel very welcome. I learned so much about straw house building, which was incredibly interesting and hands on. Getting to use a saw was a highlight. I also really appreciated being treated the same as the boys I was working alongside, which created a very inclusive and respectful environment. I loved looking through the Workaway book and hearing that their favourite part of building their home was meeting people from all around the world. There is so much heart in what they have created. My gluten free vegetarian diet was accommodated without any fuss, which I really appreciated. Instructions and communication were always clear, making everything feel easy and well organised.

Yeny y Conchi me han cuidado como su propio hijo. Tienen corazones del oro, son graciosos, y Yeny cocinas ricisimo. No debería haber esperado una experiencia mejor que esta. Muchas gracias!