Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

Quel beau Workaway chez Roselyne à Bounou situé à 3km du village de M Hamid. Un endroit magnifique et calme ou les projets ne manquent pas! Roselyne et la famille chat sont des hôtes très attentionnés, une chambre avec terrasse séparée est à disposition ainsi qu’un vélo en très bon état pour se rendre au village ou sillonner les alentours, les repas sont excellents et copieux. Vous aurez l occasion de rencontrer Ahmet (Michaux) le jardinier ! Je recommande fortement se Workaway au porte du désert à tous ceux qui pourront apporter leur savoir à se magnifique endroit merci encore Roselyne pour ton accueil. A bientôt Olivier

Thank you very much for your kind and detailed comment. It was a real pleasure for us to welcome Olivia into our home and share these weeks with her. Although Olivia spent only three weeks with us, she fully integrated into our family and left a mark that will always remain in our hearts. We would have loved for her to stay longer, and we truly hope to have the opportunity to welcome her again in the future. The experience was very positive. The children really enjoyed the time spent with her and the activities they shared, especially practicing English in a natural and relaxed environment. We especially appreciated her positive attitude, sense of responsibility, and clear communication throughout her stay. We wish her all the best in her future travels and experiences and would not hesitate to recommend her. We would be very happy to host her again if she ever decides to return.

Loved my time here, definitely a meaningful experience! Days start and end early, so if you're not used to that definitely it might be an adjustment. Meals are very communal, I shared breakfast and dinner with the nuns, and lunch with the kids. The nuns were lovely and will always make an effort to get to know you and have meaningful conversations with you, and try to meet you at your spanish level. The better your spanish is, the more you can get out of talking to them and especially the rest of the staff, however. The classes are very independent, you choose where you want to help out and aren't strictly expected to carry out specific tasks. The teachers will try to involve you, but proposing activities is definitely welcomed and you will feel like you get more out of the experience too. Classes run from Monday to Friday but Friday is kind of a half day because kids go home for the weekend before lunch. From there you can choose whether to explore the region or stay the weekend, but I'd definitely encourage anyone who goes to check out the region. I had a great time paragliding. If you're up for extreme sports San Gil is known for that and there's usually a good number of other backpackers in the city if you stay in hostels. On a practical note, I recommend keeping fruits and snacks in your room. Also, don't forget your swimsuit like I did. One of the most hands on classes you get to take part in as a volunteer is in the swimming pool as teachers typically stay pool side. Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone that is patient, open minded, and eager to learn as much as they give!

This place is awesome. Beautiful location right on the river. Dharvik, Bikash and the rest of the team and staff here are super friendly and accommodating. Very relaxed vibe overall and a great place to lay low for a few weeks. Three free great meals every day prepared by the professional kitchen staff. And a revolving door of local Nepali people who come to hang out here, that are also extremely friendly and welcoming, on top of regular hostel guests to hang out with. Cute dogs. I helped by doing various construction tasks (mostly painting wooden things) and some landscaping and gardening, as well as doing some live DJ sets on the hostel stage in the evenings occasionally. Very chill and a lot of free time throughout the day and the week. Would highly recommend checking this out.

Kusu is a very intelligent and cheerful young volunteer who stayed with us for three months. Kusu was responsible for swimming pool and spa maintenance, as well as assisting with gardening and other housekeeping duties. What impressed me most was Kusu’s incredible ability to remember all instructions — I never needed to remind or repeat them. Kusu was punctual and worked diligently both with others and independently. I highly recommend Kusu to other hosts.

We had the great privilege of hosting Jacob. His young age, positive attitude, and friendliness made it easy for our senior boys to relate to him and work closely with him. Jacob quickly became well known in Oyugis. Almost all the local clubs knew him and our club because of his hard work and dedication. He went above and beyond to ensure that our team was known and well established. Through his coordination with his team in England, he donated more than 120 uniforms and 20 footballs, which had a huge impact on our team. From Sunday to Friday, Jacob dedicated all his time to coaching over 60 players. He is not just a volunteer to us, he is part of our family. He is a founder, a leader, and truly one of the owners of our team in spirit. As head coach, he led our players to county tournaments and organized several friendly matches. He also led our girls’ team to play against one of the strongest female teams in Kenya, giving our players the rare opportunity to play in a stadium and gain valuable experience. Jacob’s parents were also very supportive, and we truly appreciate their encouragement and trust. His departure was felt by the entire community. Almost everyone in Oyugis knew he had left from the women at the nearby center, to supermarket workers, families of our players, and other football clubs. Even now, people keep asking when he will be back. Because of his excellent work, other teams wanted to recruit him, and I was ready to fight to keep him 😁. We are very grateful that he chose to stay loyal to us, even when he received offers from bigger teams. Jacob, you are a joyful soul, one of a kind. You have left a lasting impact on everyone who met you. We cried when you left, but we hope and pray to welcome you back in February.

Jake was a polite and trustworthy young volunteer who stayed with us for 5 weeks. He got along well with other volunteers and worked effectively both as part of a team and independently. Jake was punctual and dependable throughout his stay. We highly recommend Jake to other hosts.

Freddy was a wonderful workaway. He was hard working, autonomous and very respectful. My cats and dogs absolutely loved him and so did I. Freddy is full of interesting stories and philosophies and we had many wonderful rich conversations. I really love his positive attitude and joyful outlook on life. I will miss him and welcome him back anytime as a workaway and friend.

We stayed at Anushka and Nigel’s home for five days, and it was a wonderful experience. Our main work involved helping with gardening, and we especially enjoyed cutting the bamboo. They have a beautiful garden and two lovely dogs, three sheep, and three chickens — all of which were adorable. We were also able to spend Christmas with them, which was a very special experience for us. We were deeply touched by their warm hospitality. Everything was amazing: the table decorations, the Christmas dinner, and the trifle dessert. It became an unforgettable Christmas for us. Thank you so much, Anushka and Nigel, for welcoming us into your home and sharing such a memorable time with us.

Leah took us in short-notice for a couple of days before Christmas. The work we did was varied, from picking and shucking peas to painting and repairing a fence, so it never got boring. Leah was very intent on it being a fair exchange of work for food and accommodation and allowing for us to have time to explore the area which was very much appreciated. She even catered to our pescetarian diet, which was considerate of her. We spent quite a bit of time chatting and exchanging travel stories (of which Leah has a lot!) and occasionally watching something on TV together. We would happily recommend lovely Leah as a host for anyone looking to spend some time in the Riverton area.

Mark's property and reforestation efforts are very impressive and we were glad to help protect the forest from invasive weeds. Mark himself is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. One day of weeding was made a lot more interesting when Mark worked alongside us and provided great conversation. Sadly, we never really got to talk to Maz during our stay as her work required her elsewhere. The gypsy caravan that we stayed in was cozy. We enjoyed the workawayers common area and the conversations with the other travelers. There were a few things that made this not quite a five star Workaway experience for us during our time there: - The cultural exchange was more limited than at other Workaways as we didn't interact so much with Mark and Maz. - The short drop toilet was no pleasure. - The work was not varied, we were weeding in the forest at all times, even on a rainy day there was no alternative. We did really appreciate Mark's flexibility and trust regarding our working hours and wish him all the best with tackling old man's beard!

I had a great time at Belindas! She is a really good person and I like her place. I was there with 3 other Workawayers and we had a really good time. We helped Belinda with her Christmas Decoration and also with the animals. I already miss the lovely dogs. Thanks so much and take good care of you. I will see you again :-)

I stayed at Resi's and Vince's place for approximately 3 weeks and it was really good time there with them and the doggos! From the very beginning they were extremely friendly and kind, open to help in anyway also picking up and leaving while departing from Beechworth. Their farm is pretty and has everything that's needed, the upper floor of the house is really cozy and fits nicely two bedrooms for two people or a couple and a single one. During the time with them I mainly helped with weeding, planting in veggies patch, mowing, cutting with whipper, feeding goats and chickens but also playing an hiking with friendly lovely dogs. During the week days there some simple house tasks to do like preparing bread, empty rubbish bins, vacuum floor. Usually we had dinner together and split cook days among all people. I was lucky twice because they gave me some beautiful hints where to ride and hike around the area of Beechworth, Eldorado, Mount Buffalo and Alpine Road and I could borrow their van to visit them. The landscapes and the views (spoiler sunsets are breathtaking) all over the surroundings are astonishing, so if any Workawayer is interested in this kind of nature immersive experience, go for it you won't regret.

Max and Julia were a pleasure to host, always with big smiles and so kind and considerate. They worked hard in our garden and helped us a lot with outdoor laborious jobs. Thank you so much for all your help and the great times we spent together! Happy travels!

I hosted Maja and Charlotte for about 10 days. They are brave world travelers with friendly and beautiful souls! They are world travelers using a gap year to travel the world. I showed them around various places in Tokyo. Japanese gardens, temples, museums, etc. I was so happy they enjoyed them. I also had several small parties with them and my friends. They helped with cooking and cleaning, which was a huge help. They are friendly and bright, and the days spent with them were truly wonderful. I look forward to seeing them again someday. :) And I wish them the very best on the rest of their world travels. Please take care! See you again! Hiroshi Yamazoe

Working at Manee's farm was truly an amazing and unforgettable experience for us. It was our first workaway and we couldn't think of a better one to start. Manee taught us so much about cacao processing, as well as composting and making biochar. Her farm is truly beautiful and such a peaceful place to work in. The accommodation is also really comfortable and very pretty ! She also took us to a coffee workshop and it was great to be able to support the local community whilst learning something new. We really recommend this to anyone that likes to work with their hands and loves to be surrounded by nature. Thank you again Manee for this beautiful experience, we wish you the best for your projects and maybe we will meet again.

An unforgettable experience. We spent three wonderful weeks with Jair and Mel, who are incredibly welcoming and kind. A very lovely family! We learned a lot about mountain life and self-sufficiency. It was a truly enriching experience. Merci pour tout!

Bas and Daisy were very calm, kind, and pleasant people to host. They stayed with us for two weeks and were a great help on the farm. They were hardworking, reliable, and very motivated. Both of them worked well independently and together with the team, and they were always ready to help wherever it was needed. They showed a lot of initiative and were not afraid of any task. Bas and Daisy had a friendly and helpful attitude, communicated clearly and respectfully, and got along very well with everyone. They fit very well into our daily life on the farm. I can happily recommend both Bas and Daisy to other hosts.

I really, really enjoyed my stay here. This was my first Workaway experience and it honestly set the bar very high. The food and accommodation were great, and I felt comfortable and well taken care of from day one. David has incredible energy and creates a very positive environment. I do not say this lightly, but he genuinely inspired me in a way that goes beyond just work. The mindset, discipline, and outlook he brings is something I will carry with me long after this experience and apply to life in general. During my one week stay, we worked on building a beach volleyball court, which was both fun and rewarding. The work felt meaningful, and there was a great balance between contributing, learning, and enjoying the experience. I am very grateful for this opportunity and would highly recommend this Workaway to anyone looking for a motivating, positive, and memorable Workaway.

Anna and Peggy were very cheerful and brought a positive feeling to the farm. They took very good care of the kids and helped a lot with daily farm work. They were reliable and always ready to help wherever it was needed. They were clean and helped a lot in the garden. They were fun to be around and often took initiative to do things with the team. I really appreciated having them on the farm and I recommend them to other hosts.