Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

Volunteering with Zheni at her hotel was an amazing experience. Herself and Max have created such a special space in El transito and we feel very privileged to have been a part of it. We spent our days leading Yoga sessions for the wonderful guests and taking Kaya (Zheni's gorgeous dog) for her sunset walks. The sunsets at El transito are remarkable! Outside of this we enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of the surroundings and surfed on the amazing break on the beach right in front. Zheni, Max, and the whole team were beyond welcoming, great communicators and all around fantastic people. Thank you for making our time in Nicaragua so memorable. We will miss you all.

I stayed at Ezekiel's pausada for a month. Everything was great. We had a very pristine and clean beach and a mirante to watch the sunset. I found amazing scenes and good friends. I created 16 works for the pausada's rooms and helped prepare breakfast.

We were so happy to have Lily with us for a short week and can only highly recommend her to anyone. She is an absolutely delightful person and such a pleasure to spend time with. In addition to that she is an extremely hard worker; diligent and thorough. She is very thoughtful, intuitive and kind and we would welcome her back any time. Good luck and have fun with your travels Lily!

Eleanor stayed with us for two weeks and helped out with gardening and painting projects. She happily took on what we asked of her. She was lovely to have around the place — easy to get along with and respectful of our space. We really enjoyed having her stay and would happily recommend her to other hosts.

Sarah and Mona are both lovely girls with good English and we had no problems communicating with each other. They followed instructions perfectly and made a great job of cleaning, prepping, sanding and painting around our house. They were respectful and also helpful in the house and our two dogs enjoyed playing with them. They got to go on a few walks in the bush and at the river and also enjoyed swimming at our local beach. They even experienced deep sea fishing out in our boat and caught fish for our dinner. Good luck in your travels around New Zealand girls.

Hugues and Louis are nice young men, who fit into our lifestyle very easily. They were polite and engaging and we enjoyed our chats over dinner!! They worked hard and were always punctual for agreed start times, as well as being respectful of our property and privacy. They were quite motivated to take advantage of the beautiful Nelson Tasman area in their free time and we were impressed that Hugues had the skills to replace their car's brake pads on their last day - perhaps we missed an opportunity for some mechanical work while they were here?! We would thoroughly recommend Hugues and Louis for any future Workaway opportunities.

We were so lucky that Breno from Michigan USA, stayed with us for one week, at the beginning of December 2025. That was NOT long enough! I read his previous Hosts review and she said "If Breno asks to stay with you, just say yes!". So I did and he was amazing! Breno ticks all the boxes of a perfect Workawayer. He is hard working, eager, tidy, polite, considerate, quick learner and a dedicated Workawayer. He is so appreciative of any small thing you can do to make his stay enjoyable. He was up early every morning to check on the traps and move stock with Martin. Breno was such a big help clearing gutters around our house. He made space in one of the raised garden areas and planted many daisy plants. He watered these plants every day to ensure they got a good start to life. He was very capable at Halter Training the 6 Highland calves. And Breno nearly completed "release weeding" the plants in the fenced off septic tank area. That is a big job and Brenos time was limited with us. It was our pleasure to share a Whitebait Fritter with Breno at a "picnic by the pond", on the recently completed little house and deck. We 100% recommend Breno to further Hosts. His time in NZ was short but fingers crossed he will return.

Namaste Bro It's my pleasure to host like this unforgetable friend on my small organic project where he give me his helping hand in every types of farm work e.g cuting grass for animals, taking care of animals, gardening, harvesting, carrying compost for coffee plantation and fruit plantation where ever i need help he is always willing to help so if u are in need of any types of help don't hesitate to host him. Me & my family will never forget u. U are always in our heart. We are in hurry to welcome u in your Nepali house soon. Thanks with best regards See u ASAP

Lydia (& Ed but he was working) was my first work-away experience, and it was wonderful! I was there for three and a half weeks, and she even let me manage the farm alone for a week since she had planned to visit friends. During that time, I looked after her beloved dog and her chickens. I learned how to harvest potatoes, elderberries, chamomile, and beans. I weeded and decorated her flowerbed with stones. Lydia and Ed have an adorable two-year-old son, whom I sometimes looked after for a few hours while Lydia was out shopping or working. Lydia cooked delicious meals twice a day. She also took me to visit friends and family, and I was even allowed to participate in her yoga classes (which I really enjoyed). Lydia also taught me a lot about different bird species, and you can watch kangaroos from her kitchen window! There's also a lake nearby where we went swimming together. We also took other trips together. Oh, and I didn't have a car, so I was kindly picked up from the train station. The cabin I stayed in was incredibly cozy, offering plenty of privacy and even having its own kitchen! I highly recommend a stay with Lydia and Ed to anyone who needs a break from the city. It was very welcoming, and I felt very comfortable. Thank you, Lydia, for everything. I wish you and your family all the best.💖

It truly was a wonderful week. She actively played with the children, who took to her in no time at all. Since she left home, the children have been looking very lonely. She was incredibly patient with family members who aren't very confident in English, communicating clearly using both English and Japanese. I was delighted that you showed such deep interest in Japanese culture and asked so many questions. We were able to share our respective cultures and perspectives, and to respect each other. Though it was only a week, she somehow became like family. She was also an excellent cook, and mealtimes were always filled with enjoyable conversation. It was a truly memorable experience. Thank you very much indeed.

Many, many thanks for the wonderful time with you, Jonathan, Teresa, Alicia, and your friends on the Finca, and for the consistently good vibes! Even though I spent almost half of the time sick in bed with a cold and unfortunately didn’t get to do everything I would have liked, I was still able to gather many beautiful experiences. From countless evenings around the campfire, the delicious Moroccan food Jonathan’s friends regularly invited me to, to the many great conversations about life. The tasks are really not challenging, and if you don’t have much energy, it’s taken very lightly. I was able to help with the olive harvest for the first time, on a mountainside with a beautiful view! This was a bit more physically demanding and took the whole day, which made the following days very relaxed, apart from feeding and taking care of the animals. I also got insights into the process of turning olives into finished olive oil. Of course, a tasting was a must :D Life on the farm and in the camper is very rustic and might take some time getting used to for city people, but you adapt quickly. In winter it can get quite cold, so you should come prepared. If you arrive with your own car, it’s definitely easier to get around, but it’s also possible without one, as there is a bus in the village just around the corner. All in all, I am simply very grateful for the four weeks I was able to spend on the Finca and I’m already looking forward to coming back in the future! Muchas gracias!

On a little driving tour around WA state, Ollie and Hannah stopped to stay for a few days, but when the opportunity arose for them to stay longer, we were thrilled and they ended up staying ten days. These two are intelligent, kind, easy going, and genuine—just the kind of people we love to get to know! This beautiful couple were so pleasant to have around, and from the start they both jumped in to help with various projects around the house. Among other things, they harvested a wheelbarrow full of beets and carrots, dismantled our garden irrigation and fencing (Ollie did most of that single-handedly), and prepped the garden beds for winter. A lot of that involved muscles and tenacity (getting weeds out of the strawberry bed is no easy task), yet they wanted to help and did so with gusto. They helped in the house, too, and cleaned out our car—I still think of them with appreciation every morning when I drive to school, into the sun, and can see through a clean windshield! They were up for all of it: the projects as well as the fun, such as hikes, playing games, going to a couple concerts, and even coming to my school to see an assembly and get a tour. They explored the great outdoors and chilled out at home—and it was a pleasure for me to return home, after long days as school, and be greeted by them. Their timing was perfect, too, as we had another guest at the time and they all seemed to click instantly (in great part because Ollie and Hannah are simply comfortable to be around!). We treasured our time getting to know these two with their bright yet gentle personalities. Trustworthy, capable, hardworking, independent thinkers, they are enjoyable to have around and we recommend them to you! Hannah and Ollie, we look forward to seeing you again and welcome you back anytime!

Thank you so much for everything you did for me. Your family was incredibly kind and caring, and you always asked if there was anything I needed. Whenever I had a problem, you helped me right away, which made me feel safe and comfortable every single day. Thanks to you, I was able to have so many wonderful experiences. I learned not only about working with animals, but also about life and English, and I will carry those lessons with me. I truly hope to come back someday — that’s how special this experience and your family were to me. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart.

Mi estancia con Coline, Pablo, Abel, Lynette y Ambar fue muy lindo! El lugar es precioso con un montón de bichos, aves, mariposas y plantas para observar. Y la comida es increíble. Todo muy fresco y ellos saben cocinar super bien. Gracias por toda la chocolate Coline! Se nota mucho que Pablo y Coline quieren que aprendes algo del trabajo. Hay pocas tareas repetitivas y siempre te explican mucho, por qué hay que hacer una cosa. Hay tareas duras y tareas ligeras, pero siempre vas a aprender algo. Si vas a quedarte en esta Finca prepárate que vas a pasar bastante tiempo solo por la tarde, porque todos que viven allá son bastantes ocupados con su vida y por qué es en la selva, no hay mucha gente o muchas cosas que hacer. Eso también es algo que aprendí de disfrutar. Hay que pagar un poquito de dinero para la comida, pero no es mucho. En general, recomiendo mucho quedarse en esta Finca, porque vas a tener mucho tiempo para pensar, disfrutar la naturaleza y vas a aprender mucho!! Muchísimas gracias por esa experiencia.

Mamiyo was a lovely punctual tidy visitor to our home. She did tremendous amounts of weeding and cleaning- thank you, Mamiyo She greatly enjoyed the wildlife.

Hui Ying and Brandon are the very best of Workawayers. They are both adaptable, equable, pleasant, punctual, hard-working, tidy, well-read and informed. They impressed me with their adaptability & acceptance of different ways. Two terrific people.

We stayed with Marquita for one week and it was a fabulous stay. Marquita is a lovely woman, was very welcoming and always cared about our well being. We did some gardening and cleaning jobs and got provided with a nice and clean room and the most delicious dinners. Orewa is a little and pretty town with beautiful beaches and little shops and really good for exploring by foot.

You could not wish for a better Workaway host, or experience. Hugh and Jane are a genuine couple who have dedicated 20 years developing their home and property - and it is stunning. I have the greatest admiration for what they have achieved and the lifestyle they lead. With them, you are not just a 'worker', rather you are invited into this lifestyle, their circle of friends, and their community. I arrived for the olive harvest, but ended up staying 2 months! Apart from a record harvest, I left with experience in bread making, smoking salmon, cheese and quail eggs, curing ham, wine making, tractor work, tree clearance, to making homemade marmalade, chutney, chestnut puree and even tallow.....the list goes on. And these skills are on top of my improved knowledge of, and appreciation for, good wine and olive oil. Hugh and Jane were always happy to pass on their knowledge and experience, which I greatly appreciated. My accommodation was more than comfortable and full of character. I always looked forward to meals (Jane is an excellent cook!) with each evening meal being accompanied with wines from their vineyard.....with port to follow. The work was varied, always interesting, and in some cases a learning experience. The day's work objectives were clearly communicated. We worked as a team, and as they say, 'many hands make light work'. The arrival of two French Workawayers (Hugo and Tanguy) added to my enjoyment (the canasta aside!) and our productivity! The videos the we produced are worthy of an Oscar nomination. Evenings were spent relaxing in front of the fire, sipping port, playing fiercely competitive canasta, or engaging in discussions on an array of topics - with all views welcome. On days off Hugh and Jane took us sightseeing with the stunning Douro Valley being a highlight.  The camaraderie is something I will never forget, but above all, this Workaway experience was fun, educational and rewarding - you can't ask for more than that. I can highly recommend this host.

Volunteering at the hostel for 3 weeks was easily the best part of my trip and an incredible experience I'll cherish forever. It was the first hostel workaway I did and loved every second. The hostel is nestled in the jungle and you see monkeys and parrots just about everyday. I didn't work here because I went during the off season but I used the pool very often. Do not be hesitant to come to Costa Rica during the rainy season! It doesn't rain all day and is very relaxing and chill due to the lack of tourists. My main duties were reception, making breakfast for guests, and laundry. I do not speak fluent Spanish but I was still able to perform all my duties. If you are trying to learn Spanish I highly recommend this place. Some of the staff only speak Spanish so it is the perfect place to learn. My Spanish improved significantly from my time here. The staff were so sweet and welcoming. They were the best part of the experience for me:) The area was so lovely with lots of things to do! It is easy to get around Manuel Antonio because there is a bus that comes every 10 minutes or so. There are several beaches nearby and exciting hikes. Manuel Anontio is pretty touristy but Quepos is more chill and has some good local spots. Everywhere is accessible by bus. The only con I have for this workaway is the lack of food. The other volunteer and I had to remind the manager multiple times to get us more food. We finally got it ourselves but were reimbursed, so everything turned out alright. The kitchen is fully stocked with whatever you need! I really hope you get to experience this place !! I hope to return some day:)

The time we shared with PJ was a beautiful experience. Truly beautiful. Not just something to say for a Workaway review. From the moment we arrived at her home, we were welcomed with so much love. On the first day, we learned how to build a clay oven together with other volunteers who were already there, and thanks to PJ’s energy we quickly created a small community where we cooked together, shared, had fun, and above all learned so much about her culture. She taught us how to build a clay house, how to cook her traditional food, and she generously showed us her city. Her parents also cooked delicious meals for us and treated us with so much love. During the time we spent with PJ, we did everything: we made the bricks for her clay house, cooked a lot, went to visit a waterfall, went to a bar to play pool, danced, and shared mate together. And at the end of the journey, we hugged each other as friends. Now we know that if we ever return to Thailand, we have a friend who will welcome us with an open heart. And PJ knows that if she comes to Patagonia, she has a place where we will welcome her with all our love and joy. Without a doubt, the time we spent in Chom Thong were the best days of our time in Thailand. Thank you forever, PJ 🤍 Santi y Jaime