Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

I had the chance to volunteer aboard André’s boat with Diana and Aria, and it was such an intense adventure ! I learned a lot about sailing during our journey through the San Blas Islands. This experience let me discover incredible scenery, remote islands, and I’m grateful to have seen Cartagena through the eyes of a local !! André was patient, understanding, and always ready to share a good time with everyone on board. Thank you once again for everything and for the warm welcome to Colombia ! À une prochaine fois :)

This was my first Workaway-experience, and it was AMAZING. This place is beautiful. I felt a sense of calm that I haven’t experienced in a long time. The tasks were both indoors and mostly outdoors (which I loved), offering good variety. The workday passed quickly, and I had plenty of time to do whatever I wanted for the rest of the day. I felt very comfortable and safe while staying with Marika and Stefan; they are two wonderful people. They gave great suggestions for places I could visit and explore, and they were very helpful with all the logistics, and taking me places. Beautiful villages are close by. They also make very good food :) The camper I stayed in was great and had everything I needed. There were no other Workawayers there during my stay, as it was close to the end of the season, but that didn’t matter because Marika and Stefan’s company was more than enough:) I would be happy to come back! Merci beaucoup! - Lotte

I spent almost 2 months in this hostel and it was my first experience like a volunteer. Hostel's staff is very friendly specially housekeeping team I have to say they are the best !!!!!!!!. I was helping with cleaning . Location is just the right only 30 minutes from the center by walking and very near to the bus stop, it is a very safe place and I enjoyed the most beautiful sunsents there. I have to thank also Ivan who accepted me during the autumn. Definitely this is a place I will come back soon. Thank you Hostel for this wonderful time!

Athir is a fantastic host who is really committed to ensuring his workawayers have a great time and experience lots of fun activities and Tunisian food! We had many interesting conversations and I learned a lot. He was also very understanding when I got sick and wasn't able to work as hard. I helped out with the olive harvesting and the work was enjoyable and not too strenuous. Note that you are camping on the farm and the facilities are rustic without much nearby. This is perfect for people who want to escape the city and disconnect.

I spent a little over two weeks with Jorge (a.k.a. Jörk). I felt at home and a part of the community probably from day two. He's a very pleasant host, highly knowledgeable, kind, and calm. Most of the work consists of gardening and cooking. You have to be proactive and creative in both. Working hours and days off are flexible. The island is beautiful and the landscape changes according to the altitude. I'd recommend bringing a vehicle to explore it freely. Although hitchhiking is also an option - it's completely safe, and fun. Buses would also bring you to all the major places but they don't run very frequently. Overall I really enjoyed this experience and it felt as if I stayd much longer than just two weeks...probably because I felt so comfortable at Jorge's place. I do hope to be back some day.

Thank you very much for your great help, for all walking with our dogs. They love it soo much. We hope that we will see you again! Big recomendation for your work!

Staying on Carolina's finca gave us unforgettable memories; she is a very kind and helpful person. The beauty of this wonderful experience was not only fully enjoying the island but also allowing us to meet wonderful people and work in close contact with nature. If you are looking for a true Canarian adventure this is the right place !!

Sarah and Greg are wonderful people who let me join their family and enjoy New Zealand for some time. Jack and Luke are two amazing boys who made this trip even better. They showed me everything around and made sure I had a great time. The whole stay was much better experience as I expected for my first time visit. I would definitely recommend them to anybody seeking family farmstay and entertaining and engaging family. 11/10 I will definitely come back again:)

Peter war super! Kommunikation easy, Arbeit top. Zusammenarbeit total entspannt . Klare Empfehlung!

We are grateful to have had the opportunity to meet Chris, to host him, and to get to know him. Chris shares many values with us and there were many moments that we enjoyed the opportunity to share collaboration and experiences with him. Chris is courageous and has followed his heart in traveling and in living the life that calls to him. We consider Chris a friend and are grateful that he may be in our area long-term now. Looking forward to many opportunities to connect and collaborate going forward Chris.

This workaway was my introduction to Colombia, it's culture and it's people, and I couldn't have asked for anything better! I stayed with Nazareth and Rodrigo for 2 weeks and had a wonderful time, met more amazing people, while also really improving my Spanish! The work was nice and varied and the overall atmosphere was very beautiful to be part of, not to mention the beautiful nature. I was really sad to go but I know it will not be the last time we meet. I will definitely visit them again when I return to Colombia! Much much love!!!

Tino is a really great person. He has a great personality as well. The number of days he stayed with us, we enjoyed a lot. He is also active and has many ability. He even went to school where I teaches and everybody in my school also liked him. He has friendly nature. He helped us in our farm work, gardening, and enjoyed a lot. He can show card magic as well . We really enjoyed spending time with tino. He can adjust in any kind of environment. Being with tino for 11 days doesn't even feel that long. He loves working . It was nice spending time with Tino.

J'ai vécu de très beaux moments. Ce fut un séjour très enrichissant. Les hôtes sont fantastiques. L'endroit est paradisiaque. Ricardo traite ses invités comme sa famille. Jackie cuisine de très bons repas pour tous. Vous apprendrez la culture du cacao de A à Z. Vous pourrez même faire votre propre chocolat. Je recommande fortement cet endroit pour ceux qui désirent vivre une vraie expérience Workaway. Vous ne serez pas déçus. Je m'ennuie déjà. Merci pour tout. Samuel

Lea volunteered here for about a month. She is a very kind thoughtful person, and is aware of what I needed help with. Every task was completed with excellence. She wasn’t afraid of wet weather and had physical strength. She is the most fantastic cook! - a natural in the kitchen. We also had fun doing art, and she used her free time very productively, hiking and making the most of enjoying the countryside. She came in her own car and is independent and mature. I would recommend Lea to all hosts.

It’s hard to put into words how wonderful my experience was with Maria, Alberte, and their wonderful family. From start to finish, they welcomed me into their home and shared knowledge of Santiago and wider Galicia with me. My three weeks with them flew by, attending Spanish school in the mornings, and spending the evenings with the family - alternating between English and Spanish each day. They were the most incredible hosts and any Workawayer would be lucky to stay with them. Thank you for everything, family. I’ll truly treasure this experience for a long time to come ❤️

I highly recommend this experience. Athweltota is a rural and beautiful place nestled in the pulsing heart of Sri Lanka. A lovely community lives here, ready to share their traditions, customs, and culture, making you feel part of the village from the moment you arrive. Thilina and his team will become your SriLankan family. They are starting a special project that embraces different aspects and definitely need and deserve all the possible support. The projects are amazing, and if you love natural building or renovations with natural materials, this is the right place for you. Be prepared to embrace the jungle and its entire ecosystem, as well as the philosophy of life and work that comes with it. You will leave behind modern comforts and live surrounded by nature, respecting it along with its entire ecosystem and biodiversity. During this process of letting go of unnecessary things, you will reconnect with your inner self and then start to go with the Sri Lankan flow. What you learn here will stay with you forever.

Arlo is a great guy and a great worker! He is one of the best workawayer's you can get. Respectfull, friendly, honest, hard and good working. He is able to manage himself and every task what you give him. Also he have good chainsaw skills. He is a very positive guy who brings good mood and good energy to your project. I am very happy to had his suport and wish him all the best on his way.

Jack took part in various tasks both inside the house and in the yard. He professionally repaired the garden's wooden chairs and fixed an issue with the outdoor lighting. He also worked in the workshop, sawed wood, and handled the maintenance of the main heating stove, all while keeping the work environment clean. Jack also helped keep the house clean. ​Jack is a polite, considerate, and communicative person. Beyond the work, I truly enjoyed our conversations, our outings for coffee and pizza, and the evenings we spent together watching movies and listening to music. His connection with my dog wash excellent. ​I highly recommend him as a responsible, efficient, and pleasant volunteer, and I am very happy he was part of the experience here.

Maja stayed at our home for two weeks and everything went perfectly. She took great care of our dog, cooked, did the grocery shopping, and looked after the house. She approached all her tasks with seriousness and responsibility, so I can only highly recommend her for any future stays - she is a very responsible and mature young woman for her age, someone you can rely on. She was also a very pleasant presence, and we really hope to see her again in the future :)

Thank you so much, Duarte, for your wonderful words and for the great time we spent together. You were never just a volunteer in our school; you were always a very helpful person, a good friend, and truly a member of our family. We know that we did not give you all the appreciation you deserve, and there is still so much we would like to share with you, so we are really looking forward to seeing you again and visiting the places that we did not have time to discover together. I still remember how you helped the little puppy with the broken leg; thanks to you, that dog is now enjoying a happy life. Your place with us is always reserved, and our home and school will always welcome you back anytime.