Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

Jeffrey was a really good helper on our farm. Although he had no experience with animal care he learned everything very quickly and was eager to remember all the details. (We have many different species here and everybody needs something else at different time. ) He had a lot of patience and tolerance to all these demands and never complained! In addition to this he swas a very pleasant person to be with and had a great sence of humor . I also enjoyed the talks about the world and everything else. I found out too late that he is also a very good cook because he was to humble to offer this skill. It was very supportive to have him here and I wish him a lot of good experience with the next workaway places.

We had such a wonderful three weeks at Danny and Amy’s place in Zipolite. We were welcomed into both the project and the community on the beach which was really special - we spent both Christmas and new years surrounded by beautiful people, friends of Danny and Amy who greeted us with open arms. We stayed in the big tent with another volunteer and it was so beautiful waking up to the sounds of insects and the wild chickens in the trees !!! Our schedule followed the sun, starting work early and going to bed when the sun went down. During our time we felt like we were a real part of the build, making the walls for the bathroom using different mud techniques, fixing the stairs, clearing parts of the land and doing some gardening, having our hands in the soil - we enjoyed cooking as part of our work and eating after a long morning was always the best part of the day;) the work was physical but rewarding and it was lovely getting three days off at the end of the week. Danny and Amy are amazing people with amazing stories and we are so grateful for our time we spent with them - we stayed longer than we planned and we hope to visit them again one day 💜💜 hugs !!!

My experience with this Workaway project was truly exciting. Living and working on a boat in the heart of Berlin is something unique, a special setting that makes the whole experience even more intense and inspiring. The project is well organized and makes you feel part of something from the very beginning. The community is extremely welcoming, open, and international: from day one I felt comfortable, supported, and involved. There is a wonderful spirit of collaboration and sharing, which makes the work enjoyable and the days feel light. Beyond the practical side, this is an experience that is very enriching on a human level, thanks to the people you meet and the constant cultural exchange. I would absolutely recommend this project to anyone looking for something different, authentic, and immersed in one of Europe’s most fascinating cities. A Workaway I would gladly do again and highly recommend.

I had such a wonderful experience with this family and truly felt at home during my time with them! From the beginning, they welcomed me as part of their family and included me in so many special moments, from camping trips and hiking adventures to festivals and everyday life. Being able to experience Italy in this way was incredibly meaningful and beautiful. The children were truly amazing and such a joy to get to know and spend time with. They were fun, curious, and kind, which made everyday enjoyable. We spent a lot of time playing games together, and UNO quickly became one of our favorites. I also loved teaching them American games I grew up playing! The family is very generous and thoughtful! They provided me with an e-bike to use throughout the summer, which gave me a lot of independence and made it easy to explore the area. I had lots of time to travel on the weekends, which I really appreciated and made my experience even more special.

Salut Peter, Je voulais encore vous remercier pour cette super expérience. Le groupe était vraiment génial, une très bonne ambiance, et c’est avec regret que j’ai dû écourter mon séjour. Vous me manquez déjà !🥹 J’espère vous revoir très vite🫶❤️ Prenez soin de vous et encore merci pour tout. À très bientôt Jérôme .

I have a good stay in Liljana´s place. I was deeply moved by Liljana's passion and dedication to animal welfare. Liljana also created a warm, home-like place for volunteers. She prepared traditional Albanian food for the volunteers and took us to local restaurants. I am truly grateful to Liljana and the local worker Lili for taking such good care of me. I recommend this place to anyone who wants to improve the situation of stray animals in Albania.

Lautaro is such a nice guy and a pleasure to work with. He is full of positive energy and showed a genuine commitment to helping out with anything that was needed. Students enjoyed learning from him. Highly recommended!" Wishing you the best on your next journeys!

What a wonderful time I had at Janne‘s and Paulina‘s (and of course Abbe‘s) place! I cannot even hope to put all the wonderful feelings and memories into one short review! Janne and Paulina were amazing hosts ready to talk about work or deeply personal topics but also to just joke around. They look at your very specific skillset to make sure, everyone can do work they enjoy and excel at. The food is downright amazing and the overall atmosphere in the house is the most harmonic I ever encountered. The star of the place of course is Abbe, the most loving dog I ever had the pleasure to meet. I will always fondly remember my time<3

Leider konnte ich nur für eine kurze Zeit zu Gast bei Markus, Angelina und den Hunden sein, ich hätte super gerne noch mehr Zeit dort verbracht. Die Kommunikation verlief super klar und eindeutig, die beiden waren sehr nett, offen und zuvorkommend und die ”Arbeit” mit den Hunden war unheimlich erfüllend und bereichernd.

We stayed here for more than a month and we can honestly say we had a wonderful time. Even with a long stay, living together never felt heavy at all — on the contrary, the atmosphere is relaxed, positive and very well organized. From the beginning everything is clearly explained, which really helps you feel comfortable right away. The host is open-minded, kind and always happy to listen to constructive feedback, while also giving a lot of independence in the work. We felt trusted and free to manage our tasks. He was also very generous in letting us use the car to explore the area and in suggesting many activities and places to visit. The quinta is beautiful, surrounded by nature and with many animals that are well taken care of. The jobs are truly varied: from agriculture to building maintenance and even more creative tasks, which makes every day different and interesting. Overall, it was an excellent experience, especially when there are many volunteers to share work, moments and laughs with. We truly recommend this place to anyone looking for an authentic, positive and well-organized volunteering experience.

We loved our stay with Rita. As soon as we arrived to Olmué, Rita made sure that we were comfortable and welcomed, she came to pick us up at the bus station which helped us a lot with our luggage. Once home, an amazing group of 5 dogs came to say hi to us, while a beautiful and cuddly cat waited for us inside. Her daughter Andrea also joined us for many of the meals and we could have very nice talks with her too. We had a private room for the 2 of us and it was very comfy and convenient. As for the work, we started the day after having a shared breakfast and we could propose tasks that we wanted to do around the house. We like working in the garden and organising, so we spent our time doing these activities. The tasks will vary depending on what is needed in the house at the time. Furing the whole stay we felt very useful and the hours flew by. After work we enjoyed the pool, relaxed around the garden or went to the centre of the village for a drink. Really great way to start our adventure in Chile :) We hope to see you soon again!

We spent one week in the house in January with our two sons. Despite our concerns about the low temperatures, the week went wonderfully. It is a place where everyone can always find something they enjoy doing. Frank is a wonderful conversationalist with a very broad range of interests. His cats and dog entertain and delight everyone. We gained new experiences and many wonderful impressions in this place, which is relatively far removed from civilization. Thank you Frank!

Coming to the place as a first impression,we were blown away. The space is so beautiful. Myra greeted us so warmly at the front desk and Fio, what a loving personality. Jori and i speak very little spanish and we had a hard time communicating with eachother verbally but we were able to show and receive such warmth and understanding through our actions and wellbeing. They were very patient with us in the regard and we are very grateful♡ We came during low season, it was very quiet while we were there. We did reception and general cleaning tasks that allowed us to have lots of free time. This space allowed for us to really reflect and do some inner work with our daily yoga sessions in the yoga room, swims in the beach, surfing and just being present with the general peaceful nature of the environment. Much needed. We had the opportunity to meet Oscar in our second week there and he is such a fun and easygoing person. The staff here just radiate such warmth and calm it truly is such a welcoming environment to be in. If you're looking to make meals while you are there, highly recommend doing big grocery runs in Talara (30 mins away) , there are a couple small stores in town but you will get more of your moneys worth in Talara. Highly recommend staying here, especially if youre needing a break away from a hectic everyday life.

august 2025 - this was my first workaway experience and what a fabulous one it was! Nadine is so friendly, understanding and inspiring, and Andrea is welcoming with great positive energy. I had a wonderful time learning about agricultural farming and sustainable living. The meals were delicious and filling and it was so lovely sitting and chatting together. Thank you Nadine for being so supportive and teaching me about new ways of living life, the conversations we had truly hold a place in who I am and want to be - you may not realise how much it all meant to me but I am eternally grateful. Such cherishable memories in lovely kind company! I am honoured to have contributed even a little part in the life of the plants and wildlife on this finca. Wishing you and Andrea success, contentment and fulfilment - and hoping Gnocchi and Nemo are thriving :)

Jori and I had no prior experience with permaculture or living in the jungle.Living with Silje and Diego has compeletly opened our minds and changed our perspectives with how we want to live our lives. It was a hard adjustment coming from city life in Canada with the heat and the bugs ahah but we were able to adjust well. The place itself is so beautiful, it was truly such a treat to live in nature that way. The work we did was varied and truly tested our capabilites. It was nice to learn how to do so many different things. The permaculture classes were such a treat. Very informative and engaging. Thank you again to the hosts for sharing all their knowledge so readily. It was a unique touch for a workaway experience. There were 10 of us in total throughout our workaway experience most of us started and finished at the same time , we felt that this brought us closer with one another. It allowed us to create a community and even when conflict arose it was beautiful to see how well we could communicate and grow together as a group. We felt that Silje, Diego and Romer were such great compliments to eachother. They are very passionate and energetic about the way they live and it is just so contagious. We really felt loved, seen and appreciated in this space. We will forever be grateful for this experience and for the friendships and memories we have made ♡

Evelyn and David took fantastic care of our cat and our apartment and sent us regular updates. Mauritz and I were really happy to see that you were able to enjoy the snow in Gothenburg. You’re welcome back any time. Thanks a lot!

Thank you very much Vero and family for this great opportunity! I had an excellent experience where I was able to connect very well with the students and the team. The facilities of the school are very professional, you may appreciate the excellency and commitment. They are teaching and learning effectively and you may see that in the results. Personally I will be very thankful for this opportunity, for having the chance to teach and to discover the city of Latacunga while leaving in a very nice apartment. I wish you the best for the future, I hope you continue growing always with God's guidance. Best wishes!!

I spent about a week with Sumer's family, and it was a wonderful, immersive experience of Rajasthani rural life. I helped with some harvesting, feeding animals, and painted murals for the guesthouse accommodation which was really fun:) Work hours started early, with a break for the hotter hours over lunch and then working again in the afternoon. But lots of chai's helped split the time up! Sumer was helpful and accommodating, the family are really friendly, and neighbours and cousins are always coming and going - so I met a lot of local people! I sat in on some of the evening English classes, run out of a room in the family's house - it's a great cause, and helping the kids practice their English was one of my favourite parts about staying here. The food was traditional Rajasthani, cooked over a wood fire, and tasted amazing - all organic too, grown by the family or the neighbours. My room was also very spacious and comfortable, which I really appreciated. I really felt a part of the family by the time I left - with an appreciation for the hard work that's part of rural life. This was by far one of the best insights into the culture here that I had on my month in Rajasthan. Thank you:)

Esta fue mi quinta vez como voluntaria en Sudamérica y está vez con Gonzalo y Fran🐧 Me quedé dos semanas y fue una experiencia maravillosa. Son personas amables, cariñosas y muy serviciales. Me dejaron usar su equipamiento de camping y estuve muy cómoda. El trabajo es un auténtico voluntariado. Mi turno era de 13:00 a 18:00 y consistía en limpiar los baños, gestionar el registro, hablar con los campistas y mantener el camping limpio. Fue fácil, y Gonzalo y Fran también son muy receptivos a los mensajes si tienes alguna pregunta. ¡Lo pasamos genial juntos! 😇 ¡Recomiendo al 100% esta oportunidad de voluntariado! Gracias por todo y les deseo un verano maravilloso✨

I was planing on staying for 2 weeks but ended up staying for a whole month. The house is very welcoming, large commune areas to enjoy. The cleaning work itself is really easy, most of the students were coming and leaving because of the holidays, so I also helped with refreshing the painting in the rooms. Next to that, I got a lot of free time to enjoy Viña, which was amazing. Paulina wasn't at the house but the communication was still super good through WhatsApp and also thanks to her friend who was in the house, she also helped me figure out the buses and just basic helpful stuff to adjust in Chile in general. I also really enjoy talking to the people in the house to improve my Spanish et learn about Chilean culture. Muchas gracias de nuevo, soy muy agradecida 😊