Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

Ali and Bronwen are two very kind women who took us in over Christmas when we were in a difficult situation. From the very beginning, we felt very comfortable and welcome in their home. Thanks to them, we were able to experience Christmas with a New Zealand family and we even ended up staying three days longer than originally planned. The tasks we had to do were not too difficult, and Ali and Bronwen always made sure that the work was never too exhausting. They also gave us great tips for excursions in the region and provided us with delicious, home-cooked meals. We will always look back on the time we spent with them with great joy. If you have the chance to stay with them, you should definitly do it.

Our impression of Tohar is that her ability to carry out tasks is beyond question. She always completes her work with a gentle smile, doing it very well—even when it is her first time. She is also highly skilled at reading her own inner state and responding with wisdom in how she cooperates with others. She never hesitates over the nature of a task, because she understands that each experience is part of cultivating greater health and balance, both physically and mentally. She is without doubt a deeply trustworthy and reliable companion.

What a bright and radiant young woman she is—even when covered in mud and dressed in work clothes. She is able to enjoy every moment, just like the sun shining upon the earth, never showing favoritism or distinction. We always call out her name, knowing she will respond with a smile, without hesitation. Tell us—how could being in the presence of such a person not be something truly beautiful?

We feel deeply honored to have met Angela. Every task we entrusted to her was completed with such grace, care, and charm that we could not help but praise her again and again. She is truly a wonderful companion to work and live alongside. She has a remarkable sensitivity to what is appropriate and what is not, and she carries this understanding naturally, without force or rigidity. Her presence reflects a quiet wisdom that brings ease, balance, and clarity to those around her. Having someone with this kind of wisdom among us creates an atmosphere of comfort, trust, and genuine happiness. Thank you, Angela.

Stefano, in our community you are synonymous with an angel. Your sincerity, warmth, and your readiness to give of yourself for others without hesitation have deeply moved everyone. Why do we call you an angel? Because of your kindness, your genuineness, and the way you instinctively reach out a helping hand whenever someone is in need. We have always been blessed by your beautiful character

Dear Elisabetta, What we wish to say to you most of all is that we truly look forward to your returning again.We always speak of you with joy, sharing what we have come to know of you, because you are consistently diligent and graceful, reserved yet always ready to open your heart. Even though you carry many stories within you, you remain so steady and mature. Your presence is like a flower—adorning our lives and allowing us to breathe in its fragrance. Thank you.

Glenn is a young man with both strong physical endurance and inner resilience. Although he is not very talkative, he is highly perceptive and has excellent hands-on skills. Coming from a city environment, he shows a strong ability to adapt. Whenever we entrusted him with a task, we could immediately feel his full commitment and determination to carry it through. Even without many words, his perseverance was clearly felt by those who worked alongside him. We are deeply grateful to him.

The honesty and attentiveness of Bautista greatly encouraged us. Even when the workload was heavy, his careful and considerate nature meant that he never overlooked any details. The Sangha is deeply grateful to him, as he is a presence that naturally encourages and uplifts others. What also left a strong impression on us was that, even when faced with unfamiliar tasks, he would step forward without hesitation and make every effort to learn them. Because of this, he was often able to become proficient in many tasks very quickly.

We had a fantastic time petsitting at this beautiful home. The location was very gorgeous and right by the kite surfing lagoon. It is in the middle of a small Muslim community where we got to really experience the culture and traditions of the area - meeting lots of the friendly local people and trying their food! The 4 dogs and 3 cats were a pleasure and very well behaved, we fell in love with each and every one of them! The hosts were also great - very helpful and quick to communicate whenever we had a question. Thank you so much for such a wonderful month!

Ezequiel is very active and supportive volunteer in Cambodia. He is very friendly with people. The students love him so much. He taught me how to cook Mexican food. He is the best volunteer ever!

Gracias Philipp por tu ayuda en El Jardín 🌺 nos gusto compartir contigo, acá tienes casa y familia para cuando quieras volver 🧡

Estuvo bellísimo compartir con Giulio. Nos ayudó un montón con el trabajo físico, jardinar y limpiar el espacio. Nos cocinó delicioso muchas veces y ya extrañamos su buena onda y su sentido del humor. Gracias por todo hermano, acá tienes casa y familia ❤️‍🔥🌴🌺

What a cool family and property. I had my partner join me here to do her first workaway and we both loved the experience. Frank and Asli are such interesting and friendly people, there kids are absolute delights to be around. Highly recommend a stay here for a real cultural immersion. Learning about different fruits, vegetables, timbers and building methods was stimulating. John and Jan

We were amazed at the amount of excellent, quality work accomplished on our olive and ponds estate during a much shortened stay by Louise and Chris. 750m of tricky edges trimmed neatly, low hanging olive branches pruned up, three hedges trimmed neatly, firewood stacked, windows sparkling. Louise is strong and steady. Chris is the fastest person I have ever seen working the outdoors expanses of the property. He achieved a great deal. We are very pleased they both came to help us at a time when some chores were a bit overdue. We wish them well in their travels.

Annissa and Colibry are amazing! It was a lovely experience sharing these days with them. They’re kind, cheerful, always helping with a smile, great with our dogs, and they cook delicious food.

Dylan came to us for 2 weeks and just fitted right into the family life as if he had always been there. He is super respectful and responsible and fun to have around. He bonded with our dog Disco so easily and due to his expat upbringing, found it very easy to integrate culturally and get along with the other Workawayers living in Vancouver who are still part of our broad Workaway family. Dylan is really great company and we love having him stay.

I am very grateful to Merrilee, Pamela (and Marco :)) for welcoming me into their home for a week, I had a wonderful time! Even during busier moments, Merrilee always checked in with me and made sure I felt comfortable and supported, which is why I felt truly welcome and well taken care of from the beginning. I slept in the bus, which was very cozy and comfortable. The food was delicious, and there was a great balance between work and free time. Painting the bus was a fun project, and I really appreciated the trust and independence I was given while working. I also learned a lot about ecological living and environmentally conscious practices, which was very interesting! Overall, it was an amazing first Workaway experience in Esperance. Thank you so much, Merrilee and Pamela! I would definitely recommend staying here. Isabelle

It was my first time doing volunteer work and it has been one of the most rewarding experience of my life ! All the teachers are always willing to support you. The director Sophan, is very kind and supportive, and the best chef of Cambodia ! He always was attentive if the volunteers need anything. Dont hesitate to come to this school and support the proyect !

I was lucky enough to spend 5 weeks with Giulia, Luigi and their family, and it is an experience I will never forget. I met so many amazing people and made amazing memories. Firstly the food alone is worth staying at the farm, Giulia and the kitchen team treated us to amazing meals and more everyday. Luigi made sure to call me shortly before I arrived to outline the work and what was expected, so there was no surprises. The work was sometimes tough but very rewarding; I stayed from September into October 2025 so took part in the grape harvest and wine making which felt like a once in a lifetime event. The farm itself is in the beautiful Tuscan hills and we all had plenty of free time to explore nearby towns, and Florence is easily accessible by train. I could not recommend the farm enough, and I would love to return in the future

We had a great time at Damon’s. He created such an inspiring space, both nature and community wise. It was the perfect start of our adventures in NZ . We had a lot of fun, interesting conversations, nature, good food. Hope to see you again!