Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

I stayed at Mori-san and Makiko-san’s house from Nov 15 to Dec 1🥺my first Workaway, and truly the best decision I made this year. Mori-san is the fairest employer I’ve ever met: we worked three hours a day, tasks matched each person’s ability, and everything was clearly explained. Even the furniture had labels, which helped a lot. I have ADHD and need more time to remember instructions, but I always try my best, and I really felt that Mori-san noticed this (even though he’ll joke “really?”). He was patient and truly respectful. I’m very scared of bears, so for outdoor work he always put me in a team of two with my amazing roommate Laeti — I appreciated that so much.🫶🏻 And future volunteers, don’t worry: no mountains golf course behind the bamboo forest = no bears at all. Mori-san understands mental health, sees everyone’s strengths, and even makes different desserts almost every day — if you work seriously and respect the house. When I said sushi was my favorite, he and Makiko-san took me for sushi on my last night, and I still get emotional thinking about it. And Makiko-san… my heroine, my goddess, my 神様 😆🤩 Always smiling, gentle, and full of love. She takes great care of the two senior dogs (please treat them softly) and always sees the good in people. I’ll never forget when she thanked Mori-san for driving and reminded us to say thank you — such a small moment but it meant a lot. The most precious thing here is that every effort is noticed and treated fairly. You are valued as a person WHO YOU ARE not just as labor. I wish happiness and health to both of you, to Utako-san, Father-san, and the friend who brought donuts and fish… and to Stray Kids and dogs and cats, but not to bears. I left with so much gratitude. My fingers hurt so I’ll stop here 😅 and Laeti — I love you. I’m so lucky I met you. I’m so lucky I met Mori and Makiko. 🫶🏻🥰

It was a pleasure to have Lynn and her beautiful dog Mint around, that is well trained . Lynn is eager and willing to work, I recommend her.

We had the pleasure to host Wendy for about 10 days, and from the very first moment it felt like meeting someone truly special. She has this rare mix of empathy, kindness, and initiative that immediately lights up a place and the people around her. We trusted her instantly to look after our home, our dogs, and our chickens while we were away— and she cared for everything with such natural reliability and heart. Her presence brought so much warmth and beautiful energy to our projects, and our conversations with her were genuinely enriching. She touched us not only with her generosity, creativity and the delicious meals she shared, but also with the sincerity and dedication she put into everything she did. Wendy is the kind of person who leaves a mark, and we feel grateful to have crossed paths with her.

Gracias a Marcia, Eulogia, Juanita y Liz. El trabajo es muy simple. Trabajaba de 7h a 11h 6d/7. Me ocupé de los desayunos para los huéspedes, luego hice la limpieza y terminé con 30 min 1h en la recepción. El desayuno me fue ofrecido. Todo el equipo está a la escucha y muy buenos consejos si es necesario. Pasé 2 semanas geniales y os echaré de menos. ¡Hasta pronto!

Mitzi is just an absolutely lovely person. Kind, gentle, creative and a wonderful knowledgeable addition to our family. When Mitzi came I had just had major surgery, meaning I was way more out of action than normal and needed a lot of basic help- shopping, food prep, child care, cooking etc- with a gentle and calm approach, she kept everything running smoothly and was on hand to help in lots of supportive ways. Mitzi is fun, smart, warm, gentle and wise and a lovely addition to your home or team!

Julie is just amazing! The warmest hearted, generous, organised, fun and kind lady. Her expertise as a nurse meant she just whisked in and got the house running like clockwork- full of fun, she planned birthday decorations for my birthday as a surprise and was always giggling with our kid, who loved her. Always offered a listening ear and lots of good ideas, we so enjoyed having her join our family! Highly recommended!

To Gaia and Balam, two of the most humble and beautiful 😍 human beings I've ever met! And to the gorgeous cats and dogs - I will miss them. Both Gaia and Balam are laid back and very welcoming. We enjoyed great food together, laughter and with Balam many funny moments - the Tortilla Challenge, a water balloon battle (yes in December) 🥶 but it was awesome! Am already missing them greatly, but hopefully can visit for a longer stay in 2026 and help with anything they need. Please stay in touch 🍫🙏❤️

If you are looking for a motivated, intelligent, energetic, reliable and trustworthy volunteer, look no further than Lotta. She stayed with me for 2 weeks, which just flew by. At the time I had an injury & she made it so easy for me to have confidence in her looking after my very precious animals. She brings with her many skills and is a sponge for more knowledge - definitely a lifelong learner. She is great company and a wonderful cook, I enjoyed our evenings cooking, chatting & sharing knowledge. Truly a five star volunteer, who I hope to see again

It was my first workaway experience and I had a really fantastic time on Zakynthos. Antje and Pavlos always took care of everything that was needed in this five weeks. In addition, we had wonderful accommodation, great meals together and lots and lots of laughs. Thank you for the wonderful time!!!

Hugo is a fantastic young man, very polite and respectful. From the very beginning he was cheerful, proactive, and always willing to help. The whole family has been delighted with him. The children enjoyed spending time with him, and he showed great patience, creativity, and responsibility in their care. He speaks English fluently and made every effort to communicate and integrate, showing genuine interest in our culture, traditions, and daily life. Hugo adapted perfectly to all situations, always with a positive attitude and a smile. His sociable nature made it easy for him to connect with everyone, from the grandparents at lunchtime to the wider community. We are very grateful for his dedication and kindness during his stay. He leaves behind wonderful memories, and we already miss him. We wholeheartedly recommend Hugo to any family or host, he will be an asset wherever he goes.

Bonjour, j'ai passé deux semaines vraiment agréables avec Majri et son équipe. tout le monde a été très sympathique avec moi. Les élèves étaient très volontaires, gentils et très respectueux. Je reviendrai certainement l'année prochaine. Pierre

Loane came to stay on Macleay Island for a week and it was a pleasure to have her stay. I needed help in the garden and Loane completed all tasks with a smile and ease. Loane did a fantastic job setting up my garden beds and clearing bamboo. I highly recommend Loane to other hosts and look forward to potentially hosting Loane again in the future.

It was a pleasure to host Fynlay and Sam. They sent me a last minute request and I wasn’t ready to host again as the previous 2 weeks had been hectic. However, their needs were few and they set about creating a cubicle for an outdoor shower with minimal input from me. The surf rack they built made it possible to move my old boards from the shelter next to the new shower cubicle and start creating a lovely nature/utility spot. I’m sorry my little Chihuahua didn’t warm to Oakley, their beautiful furry friend. He was amazing and stayed out of sight most of the time. I enjoyed the couple of shared meals and conversation we had once I became more organised and had time to purchase fresh home grown vegetables from Mams vegies. I would welcome Fynlay and Sam back here and recommend them highly.

Tamás volunteered with us for over six months and proved to be a reliable and responsible member of our sanctuary community. His tasks ranged from driving and construction using recycled materials to daily animal care for both horses and small animals. He consistently followed our procedures, worked safely, and showed clear commitment to the wellbeing of the animals. He also took on weekend management responsibilities, a role we only assign to people we fully trust. In this position, he ensured routines were followed, animals were cared for properly, and the sanctuary operated smoothly. In addition, he contributed regularly to kitchen duties, supporting our freegan, sustainable food system and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation. Tamás respected and embraced our sustainable lifestyle, including solar energy systems, water-saving practices, and reusing materials throughout the finca. He integrated well into the community, communicated clearly, and remained dependable throughout his stay. We can confidently recommend Tamás to any host seeking a committed, trustworthy, and competent volunteer.

This was Sami's first experience with Workaway. Sami is very easygoing and lovely company. He stayed for 4 days and helped out with the olive harvest.

Me voy con una familia más! Laura y Fernando son increíbles. Desde el primer día que realmente me sentí tan cómodo como en casa, ambos son personas hermosas, con muchas historias que contar y acompañados de una linda familia. La granja es un paraíso, rápidamente me adentré en la rutina y en el disfrutar de los detalles que ella me brindaba (levantarme con los pájaros, regalar la huerta, alimentar a los animales). Gracias por abrirme las puertas y espero que no sea la última vez… Gracias.

My friend Rose and I stayed here for 5 days in September 2025. We did a variety of things including helping kids at the local school with their English. This is something we had not done before and we were a bit nervous. Things had really been thought out in advance and we needn't have worried.  The games we played with the kids were really fun. We also did some weeding and tidying in the yard in front of the bungalow where we staye and helped to develop the homestay. We learned loads about the history of the tea plantations and the local wildlife. He was extremely generous with his time, taking us to see local temples, nature walks, and meeting local people. The accommodation was simple, originally built for indentured tea plantation workers in the 1930s. We loved getting to know his parents, and his mother's food was superb. We never did quite get up Narangala Mountain - something for next time. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.

My experience with this host was truly enriching. The place is surrounded by beautiful nature, and the environment itself is very enjoyable and peaceful. The activities can be physically demanding at times, but this is completely normal for farm work — and it’s part of what makes the experience authentic. The accommodation and food are simple and modest, but with Jack and Yam everything becomes easier, lighter, and much more enjoyable. They are kind, supportive, and always willing to guide you. I learned so much from them about organic farming, beekeeping, and animal care. If you are interested in experiencing real organic farming and learning hands-on skills, I highly recommend joining their amazing team. I’m grateful for the time I spent there and for everything they taught me.

I had a fantastic first Workaway experience in Fran’s Finca and I could not have asked for better! Fran is a brilliant host, from clear written down instructions to making sure your learning objectives are taken into account. She is very caring about animals and ecology and it shows in her way of living. She loves her 2 donkeys, her cat & kittens as well as her chickens and budgies. I love sunrises and being up at dawn with a beautiful sunrise above the olive grove while taking care of the animals was such a pleasure. One of my objectives was to learn more about off-grid living. She had solar power and rainwater collection – both are used with care and still a very comfortable living. The wood stove had an oven on top of it which was used to bake in while both of us profited from a nice evening discussion in front of the heat. I also learnt about regenerative soil, how to make biochar, pruning, wicking beds, 2 methods to preserve olives and a lot more. Furthermore, I got to know the region with several outings: biking to the pebble beach in L'Ametlla de Mar, a visit to Tarragona (well worth it if you are in the surroundings) and much more! And all this in only 2 weeks. My Work-away was more like a Work-holiday, I loved it and would truly recommend it. Thanks, Fran, I'm very grateful for such a wonderful stay!

Dario and Parvati are such generous and open people. It was such a pleasure to spend time with them. Even though our stay was short, and rainy, we still feel we got to learn some of the principles behind Dario’s project. The location is stunning, nestled in a beautiful part of the island and close to some amazing natural sites.