Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 7

Great time and fun jobs, especially building a Christmas tree :) As i dont speak French dictionary was good to have available. Thank you for hosting and having room for Shana as well!

Jordany is a fantastic individual — smart, talented in many areas, kind, thoughtful, clean, and well-mannered. He is computer-savvy, a great cook, and a genuinely lovely person. It was an absolute pleasure to host him. While he was with us, Jordany helped with an incredible variety of tasks. He assisted with cooking, sculpted beautiful rice kittens, and even built and decorated a gingerbread house. He varnished, picked up various items we needed around the city, and was wonderful with our hyperactive dog, Isabel. Jordany is a joy to be around — always kind, thoughtful, light-hearted, and positive. He also helped translate a house guide for our household appliances for future guests and got along exceptionally well with people from many different backgrounds. At one point, he even chopped down a banana tree! We truly miss Jordany and hope to see him again one day. We are very appreciative of all the work he did while here and would highly recommend him to other hosts. We wish you all the very best, Jordany.

I volunteered here for six weeks. I came with the goals of improving my English, enjoying summer while it was cold, dark and wet at home, hopefully having a cool time and broadening my horizons. I was more than satisfied in every way; it was a super great experience. First of all, from day one you feel very welcome, the whole staff are very interested and always friendly. The volunteer supervisor trains you very well, you are never overwhelmed and can always ask questions. You quickly notice that the hostel has a lot of experience with volunteers, which was perfect for me as my first volunteer work with Workaway. The clear requirements and fixed structures ensure a good overview and transparency with the requirements for volunteers; you are never surprised by unagreed things. The tasks at the hostel provide a good structure to the day and allow you to meet open-minded travellers, so the evening or weekly programme often takes care of itself because you get to know lots of like-minded people. Any problems can be addressed at weekly meetings and in general, but these are usually very brief as there is nothing to criticise. Thank you very much for the great time at the hostel, which I will certainly remember for a long time to come!

Though I wasn't there very long (under 2 weeks) I felt very welcome there. An interesting and diverse group in Nalangil, I enjoyed building the stairs and shelving, and rebuilding and completing the laundry/shower block. I hope to return in February or March, 2026. A very different experience from most of my many Workaways, similar to Mullumbimby in NSW. There are no llamas.

My experience here was mixed. I stayed for three weeks and left very unexpectedly. Positive: The house is beautiful, and you will meet a lot of new people, as one of the tasks is to prepare the booked rooms for guests. The other task is housekeeping. After a few days I began to enjoy the work a lot and was looking forward to the tasks. In exchange, you have your own room and can eat with the family or use everything from the kitchen. Alicia is a great cook, loving mom, and an inspiring person. Álvaro, her husband, is very kind and always open to sharing his knowledge. You can dive into long conversations with him. He will also take you by car to the next city if needed. Their two boys are probably the coolest kids I’ve ever met!! Both have great characters, are intelligent, funny, and in general fun to be around. Negative: While you are required to give one month’s notice if you want to leave, a single mistake is enough to get you replaced. I was kicked out immediately after I asked Alicia to speak a bit more kindly to me. This part of my experience was particularly rough and sad, especially because I had just started to feel truly at home. Overall, I’m grateful I met this family and believe our paths were meant to cross.

It was a pleasure to welcome Clement home, and his presence was a delight. He easily adapted upon arrival and immediately brought a positive energy that made the home feel very welcoming. He was incredibly helpful in the garden, and even the most physical tasks never deterred him; on the contrary, he excelled at them. He never gave up, whether tired or inclement weather, maintaining his motivation and determination throughout. His ability to adapt to all kinds of people and situations, whether interacting with Workaway participants or residents, his constant concern for others, and his incredibly communicative smile made everyone feel very comfortable around him. We will cherish this as a wonderful memory of our time with him and look forward to seeing him again someday. Nuri

Hosting Loong was an absolute joy and truly one of those experiences that stays in your heart. From the very first moment, we clicked instantly, and it honestly felt like welcoming a close friend rather than just a Workawayer. Loong has such a warm, kind, and positive energy that lights up the space around him. He is incredibly motivated, enthusiastic, and always ready to help with the biggest smile. Every single day, he brought so much dedication and care into everything he did. No matter the task, he approached it with genuine interest and a wonderful can-do attitude. His help was invaluable, and having him around made daily life easier, lighter, and more fun. On a personal level, spending time with Loong was simply lovely. We had deep and meaningful talks, lots of laughter, and really special moments cooking together. He was a fantastic help in the kitchen, and seeing his joyful, appreciative reactions to my cooking was such a pleasure — it genuinely warmed my heart and made those shared meals extra special. Hosting Loong was an enriching, happy, and memorable experience. I’m incredibly grateful for the time we shared and would welcome him back anytime with open arms. I cannot recommend him enough — any host would be so lucky to have him. Thank you, Loong, for being such a beautiful soul! 🌈💫💛

Wow! If you're looking for the definition of positive energy you need to come see Andres! The happiest and kindest person you could imagine, and what an amazing place and exchange! Wonderful setup with clear tasks and creative freedom a must do on your trip through the country! I spent about 10 days here and Andres, I will see you soon again my friend.

Eszter es una voluntaria excelente, la calidad de sus trabajos nos sorprendio, porque es muy profesional en lo que hace. Su experticie en el desarrollo de contenido fotografico y videos son de alta calidad, nos ayudo mucho durante su estadia en videos turisticos. Además tiene un compromiso fuerte con las tareas que desarrolla, nos falto tiempo para poder seguir aprovechando su talento y habilidades. Recomendamos mucho su trabajo.

Juliette was our guest at our hazelnut farm for about a week, and I was extremely pleased with the experience. She possesses a very strong sense of professional ethics and approached every task with care and precision. Her attention to detail and reliability made a huge difference, and I could always count on her to complete any job thoroughly and responsibly. Communication with her was always open, honest, and straightforward; her approach made working together smooth and efficient. I am truly grateful for her presence and contribution, and I would be happy to see and host her again in the future. Nuri

Julie fue voluntaria durante un período de tres semanas, y su aporte fue sumamente valioso tanto en lo práctico como en lo humano. Colaboró activamente en tareas de pintura, mostrando compromiso, prolijidad y constancia. En la cocina, se destacó especialmente: es una gran cocinera y supo compartir con generosidad sabores y tradiciones de su cultura, enriqueciendo la experiencia cotidiana del equipo. Julie es una verdadera amante de los caballos. Se relaciona con ellos con seguridad, sensibilidad y respeto. Su vínculo con Galileo fue particularmente significativo, ayudándonos a “suavizar” su mirada y su presencia, a través de una interacción calma y consciente. Además, se encuentra en un proceso de formación como practicante de yoga. Cada mañana, a las 7:00 am, estaba lista y disponible para compartir la práctica, aportando disciplina, entusiasmo y una energía muy positiva al inicio del día. Destacamos también su actitud vital y su apertura al aprendizaje. Julie transmite una energía joven, curiosa, siendo un ejemplo de coherencia entre bienestar, presencia y estilo de vida. Agradecemos profundamente su ¨marcha¨ por aquí y recomendamos su participación en proyectos que valoren el trabajo consciente, la conexión con la naturaleza, los animales y el bienestar integral. Julie todo lo mejor en tus proyectos de vida...hasta pronto...Ben, Dani, Alana, Willy y toda la comunidad aquí :)

So much love, so much laughter, so much passion, so much eagerness to learn and improve - from the students to the management. I stayed for two and a half months at this extraordinary place, and I am so grateful. The hard work that is done by the founders, the school management, the teachers, the aunties and uncles, the drivers, and the security guards is for the best cause out there - a brighter future for the next generation. The fact that the school's focus is on the English language is so smart, since this might be the largest door opener for potential future opportunities for these wonderful kids. How volunteers are treated is exemplary. Over the whole time, they did everything to make you feel welcomed and comfortable. Therefore, I believe all privileged volunteers should, next to other activities, definitely put effort into fundraising activities, since this is so easy to do and crucially needed in order to carry out this amazing work in a future-oriented and sustainable way. Asante sana! I will come back :)

Annie and Liam stayed with us in month of November. We had nice experience with them and they both helped us in evening classes. They both are very good with children and also helped us to set up Computer classes in school. We love to meet you and host you again soon.

Lauri and Becky stayed with us almost 2 weeks in December and we had a wonderful experience with both of them. They both are very good teacher and human being. They always keen to help in english maths and evening classes even in school about some social issues. They also help us to teach basic photography skills to the girls and we love to host you guys again. Good luck for both of them😇😇

Emma and Ove are some of the kindest souls I've had the pleasure of connecting with, and I'm so grateful that my abrupt change of plans allowed me to do so. They are both incredibly understanding, gentle, compassionate, and intelligent. I stayed here for 3 weeks--though I wish I could have stayed longer--and I plan on visiting again in the future. I was given a variety of tasks to choose from based on how I was feeling that day, and also had flexibility with my hours. I always felt safe and comfortable speaking with both Emma and Ove about anything, knowing how understanding and accommodating they are and how much they genuinely care about my comfort and safety. They are both very lovely to talk to and we had some really great and interesting conversations, but at the same time there was never any pressure to be social, which I really appreciated as someone who can easily get drained socially. I would say this placement suits someone who is fairly independent, as much of the work is self-directed and the accommodation is separate from the main house, so it can get lonely if you are on your own. That being said, they give very clear guidance and communication and were always more than happy to answer any questions that came up. And the ducks, chickens, and bunnies right outside your door are great company to have. It was also very easy being vegan here and my fridge and cupboards were stocked with produce and everything I needed :)

Foi bué fixe! Adoramos a experiência! Foram o nosso primeiro host e fomos muito bem recebidos, postos à vontade. O Lúcio e a Andrea são um casal muito simpático, educado, cheios de bondade e com muito para dar. Partilharam connosco a sua casa, conhecimento agrícola, yoga e experiência de vida. Foi uma experiência muito enriquecedora e que recomendamos muito!!

They are an amazing family! I love them with all my soul. We had quality time together every day. We cooked, ate, played together, did training and excursions together. And all of those happened in a natural way, because we created everything with joy, keeping our hearts and minds open. We took care of each other. At the end, I felt that I was part of their family. They are really nice, lovely and open-minded people. We had great discussions and amazing activities. The kids are wonders. I love them like my little siblings. They all made my first experience as a workawayer unforgettable. I am so grateful for everything. Thank you that you exist. I love and appreciate you! We will meet again for sure.❤️☀️💚

I stayed with Ralph , Andrea and Maya for 2 months and I had a wonderful time. They were always kind and helpful, and I learned a lot of very useful things like chopping the wood with an axe and with the chainsaw. The house is located in the middle of a really beautiful forest and I was also able to take some lovely nature walks or go with the bike. Thanks for evrything, Ralph and Andrea and good luck Giacomo

Pure, wild, beautiful, enriching. Sharing, caring and inspiring Baba and Iason. So peaceful, especially in springtime. My favorite thing was following Baba around the garden, picking wild herbs she'd turn into creative, delicious meals for the group and learning about their specific properties. And generally hearing about Baba and Iason's experience of bringing the land back to life. I could write so much about this place but a lot has already been said in the previous comments and a lot could never be captured with words. So I'll make it short: Thank you for this experience and I hope to visit you again one day and to see all the amazing progress. :)

by far the best workaway experience i could dream off. it was a blessing to be in such an inspiring environment, i absolutely loved taking up tasks helping materialize the beautiful dreams of her place Laurence shared with us. very diverse were the things we could do as volunteers, according to our abilities and skills, which is find very cool. AND the place is an absolute gem, right on the beach, with 3 wonderful dogs for company.