Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

“Simply Serenity” farm is an absolute must visit for fellow WWoofing and Workawayers who treasure the value of peace and calm in a secluded, yet accessible place, amid the forests of north Florida, US. Julia & Wayne are exceptional hosts of the highest quality people you can come across, extremely generous, kind and welcoming, and all of the above highlighted by the curiosity and charm of the creatures in the farm. My experience was enhanced by the affection felt from beautiful Pyrenees shepherds Dora and Tieger, the goats ranging from just borne through gracefully aging Crystal and Willow, two chicken coups under the protection of their roosters codenamed Larry Bird and Scottie Pippen and a nice pair of retiring endurance race horses. As a visitor to the farm I enjoyed standard living spaces shared with travel mates, Ivy, Jake and Jason, with indoors ample kitchen for meal preparation with food supplied by the hosts, comfortable bed in private room with provided linen and towels, full bath, entertainment room and modern laundry equipment. I found the farm’s shared tasks to be super easy hardly adding to 4 hours a day, with on ramping assisted by well on-board travelers and considering that the animals need daily care the hosts arrange the schedule in such a manner that everyone enjoys full day and half off during the week, which I used to hike and ride the bike along quiet roads and trails in the area. All in all one of my best workaway experiences which sincerely recommend to anyone and would like to repeat if the opportunity arises.

It was great to have Jürgen stay here. He helped me a lot with fixing things at the container, inside and outside. He build some nice steps and a place where I can put some wood for the oven , he took often care of the donkeys . He is very independent , because he has a motorbike in his caravan. He is a nice trustful person . Welcome back anytime !

Our time with Mark and Datsa was absolutely incredible. They are the most genuine, hospitable and lovely people who welcomed us warmly from our first meeting. The work we did varied from cleaning and gardening to general maintenance. They provided clear instructions and then allowed us to work independently. Their property in Klinci is beautiful with amazing views and their kindness and generosity will stay with us forever. We feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with them both and get to know them on a personal level. Thank you again!

Tuve la suerte de pasar dos semanas con Rosa y Juan, así como con otros dos voluntarios. Fue una experiencia increíble, en medio de la naturaleza, muy tranquila y reparadora. Las habitaciones están bien, con mosquiteros y mantas. Lo más difícil es la ducha fría, pero al final uno se siente muy bien después. El trabajo es bastante físico la mayor parte del tiempo, pero siempre en un muy buen ambiente, y hay tiempo de sobra para descansar después. Por lo general, es un día muy físico y otro más tranquilo. La comida es deliciosa y bien equilibrada. En el tiempo libre, se puede disfrutar de los diferentes ríos que pasan cerca del refugio. Hay pozas naturales y cascadas preciosas, y otro lugar perfecto para tomar el sol. La fauna y la flora son impresionantes: aves de todo tipo, mariposas, insectos, ¡sin olvidar el sapo de la noche! En resumen, lo recomiendo al 100 % para los amantes de la naturaleza que no tengan miedo de ensuciarse las manos trabajando. ¡Muchas gracias de nuevo a Rosa y Juan por su cálida acogida!

JC was great to have around for the couple of weeks that he stayed on the land. Very interesting guy, with a life path we can all learn and be inspired from. It felt more like hosting a friend than a volunteer, and he also had a lot of energy and skill to contribute to the activities and projects that were happening. I was impressed by his range of skills, including being very handy with woodwork, and he was happy to take on projects and work on his own accord, which was very much appreciated!

Mi estancia con Angélica fue realmente maravillosa y superó mis expectativas. Desde el primer contacto, la comunicación fue clara, cálida y atenta, lo que me hizo sentir bienvenida incluso antes de llegar. Durante mi tiempo allí, Angélica fue una anfitriona generosa, cuidadosa e inspiradora. Las tareas estaban bien explicadas y eran justas, y la rutina diaria era equilibrada, permitiendo tanto un trabajo significativo como un intercambio cultural. Además, pasar tiempo con los caballos fue una de las partes más especiales de la experiencia: aprender a cuidarlos, compartir momentos con ellos y convivir de cerca con estos animales hizo que la estancia fuera aún más rica y memorable. Más allá de ser una anfitriona, Angélica se convirtió en una verdadera amiga. Compartimos conversaciones, comidas, risas y momentos que llevaré conmigo por mucho tiempo. Me sentí respetada, acompañada y realmente como en casa. Estoy agradecida por esta experiencia y recomiendo a Angélica de todo corazón a cualquier workawayer que busque un ambiente acogedor, amabilidad, amor por los animales y una conexión humana genuina.

Rupert was a great volunteer to host, who really did his best to help out and get stuck into life on the land. He was very friendly, and a pleasure to share company with, in addition to having a great work ethic. Perhaps what I was most impressed with Rupert was his discipline, and dedication to his own personal practice (meditation, yoga, martial arts, cold water immersion) despite often very challenging weather! This cultivated energy carried through with whatever he did- with a mindful, and thorough approach, which also benefited the space in general. All the best Rupert 🙏

Maike and Daniel were such lovely helpers, so easy to have around and were keen and willing to complete all the jobs we had for them. We would definitely recommend them to future hosts.

Having Marissa stay with us honestly felt like having family at home. She fit in so easily and quickly became like a sister to us. We shared so many laughs, great conversations, and learned a lot about Canada. It was always fun just sitting and chatting together. She is very knowledgeable and helpful, especially with tech, website development and marketing and made everything feel so easy. And we cant forget the sweetest pork ribs she made, she was even kind enough to share the recipe with us! We truly gained a friend through this experience. What a beautiful time we shared. Asante sana, Marissa.

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Alicia for her valuable contribution to our school. During her one-month volunteering period, Alicia demonstrated a high level of professionalism, responsibility, and enthusiasm. She successfully worked with students of different levels and was always ready to substitute teachers when needed, ensuring continuity and quality of the learning process. Alicia made an especially strong contribution to our IELTS group, where she generously shared her knowledge, international experience, and practical exam strategies. Her lessons were engaging, well-structured, and highly beneficial for our students. We are grateful for her dedication, flexibility, and positive attitude. Alicia quickly became a respected part of our team, and her work had a meaningful impact on both students and teachers. We sincerely thank Alicia for her time, effort, and commitment, and we wish her great success in her future professional journey.

Nina is... I have no idea from where to start ! She is nice and funny, smart and cultivated, but she is also always willing to help, share her stories, teach her skills. She was a mentor to other volunteers and friends to the whole family. You might not notice it at first but she has red hair and that makes her extra special ! She also loves pigs. And pink sunsets (my son believes it is because of the pigs). We cannot wait to have her back in the summer and, in the meantime, we wish her the best and, to any of you who would have the opportunity to host her, don't hesitate !

This was my first workaway, and it was awesome! Can’t wait to go on more! Lisa is one of the most considerate people I’ve ever met, always making sure we had everything we needed and were comfortable. She set very clear expectations before and stayed true to them the whole time. We just adored the animals and hope to come back!

I was grateful to spend 2 weeks at Finca El Porvenir and help with the garden. I met Gloria, Carlos, Andrea, Natalia, Santiago, Don Julio, Don Juan and Don José. Don Juan left after the first week. Gloria, Carlos and Andrea welcomed me on the first day before returning to their home outside of Pijao. I shared meals with the finca workers and volunteers. I self initiated on projects such as clearing the garden from weeds and making a path below the garden to connect with the chicken coop. Later I also got started on clearing up a section below the garden for future use and elaboration. View and location are beautiful. Accomodation and food was satisfactory. Communication and direction felt missing and needed at times. Overall a good experience. Thank you to Carlos and Andrea for teaching me about coffee on their visiting day, to Natalia for the meals and to Don Julio, Don Juan and Don José for the company. Thank you to the Otalvaro family and to Pijao for the hospitality and welcome! I look forward to my next visit.

Pasemos una super experiencia en la casa de Angela y Maria ! Palomino es muy agradable y su compania aun mejor. Tuvimos nuestro habitación propia con baños, aprendimos mucho en el jardín y de la cultura colombiana. María siempre preparo platos muy deliciosos ! El trabajo es difícil con el calor pero siempre con animo. Para el tiempo libre disfrutemos de la piscina, del rio o de la playa. Muchas gracias para esa aventura y descubrimiento!

My two weeks at the community have been such a beautiful learning experience. Hanna and Thibault are AMAZING hosts, they make sure each volunteer feels comfortable, are super welcoming, open to conversations and super eager to share everything they know about permaculture and Hare Krishna. They have such an interesting approach to working with the Earth, combining science and spirituality. I was there with four other volunteers, which was really nice. Lots of team work ! :) The place is big, there is a super nice yurt for volunteers and the views of the woods and the sunset from the top of the castle were breathtaking. Be mindful that the dorms are quite small and rudimentary :) The food was incredible !! There is the possibility to take part in the spiritual life of the place and join ceremonies in the temple, it's all up to you. It is important to know that, as a Hare Krishna community, there are some things you need to adapt to. Go there with an open mind and you'll have a beautiful experience. I had so many interesting conversations on spirituality and permaculture. Hanna and Thibault, thank you and see you soon ☀️

At the beginning, I was a little nervous about flying to the US on my own and staying with a host family for two months. But from the very first moment, Stacy & David made me feel safe, comfortable, and at home. Their children are incredibly loving, and I immediately grew very attached to them. I felt truly welcome from the start. My main responsibilities included cooking, spending time with the children, and helping with small household tasks. Since Stacy teaches from home, I had the opportunity to see how homeschooling works. As I am studying to become a teacher, this was especially interesting for me. I was also allowed to take on small tasks, such as correcting the girls’ math assignments. In addition, Stacy and David always included me in their activities. We went to museums together, attended their nature class, and even joined a town hall meeting. I also really enjoyed going to the library with Stacy and the children. The selection of books was huge, and it was amazing that all books could be borrowed for free. At the same time, I always had the freedom to take time for myself and do things on my own, which I really appreciated. Stacy provided a list of different activities and overall things to do in their hometown. She also helped me with getting the tickets and planning my trips. I really appreciated that, because traveling to a different city—let alone a different country—can be quite tricky sometimes. I can highly recommend staying with Stacy & David, as I had the chance to try new things and grow personally during my time with them. They are incredibly open-minded people. Before coming to Texas, I was a bit worried because I am Muslim and feared that I might have difficulties being accepted. Looking back, this fear was completely unnecessary. Stacy and David, as well as their friends and community, were very tolerant and genuinely interested in my religion and culture. We had many open and respectful conversations about my way of life, how I practice my religion, and even my political views. I never once felt judged or unwelcome—quite the opposite. They were always supportive, curious, and understanding, which made me feel truly accepted and at home. In fact, I felt so comfortable with them that I am now a little homesick after returning to Germany. 🙃

Sheta is an excellent guest, always willing to help with everything. She especially bonded with my 9-year-old daughter, teaching her English while my daughter taught her Spanish 🙂 She also cooked delicious Chinese food for us. She is a very kind and pleasant person, and for us it was very interesting and enriching to share her culture. We hope to see you again soon, Sheta!

Wow, what an amazing time with Vicky and her sister!! They were so helpful, funny, and caring, and I loved chatting together and sharing our cultures! The work was engaging as well, to help build a website and profiles for the new tourism business. The apartment is in a good area with lots to do nearby! They are wonderful hosts and I feel like I made new friends and sisters for life! Asante sana, staying here has been my favorite experience in Kenya and I will always be thankful for the memories!!

Wojtek and Ania stayed with us for two weeks, and in a very short time they didn’t just integrate smoothly, they became part of the place and of our daily life. They are both incredibly available, kind, and easygoing people: always present when something needed to be done, never heavy, always bringing the right energy. They have a very practical kind of creativity: ideas that don’t stay abstract but turn into real, useful things. This showed clearly in the games they built, in the interactive map they created to help guests find the lodge more easily, and in many small improvements that came naturally along the way. When it was time to get their hands dirty, they were always in. One great example: starting from some driftwood we collected together on the beach, they built a simple wardrobe and a frame for a glass panel. Thoughtful solutions, well executed, with care and common sense. Beyond the work, there was much more. In just two weeks, they became friends: shared pizzas and Mexican soups, interesting conversations, card games and great surf sessions. Having Wojtek and Ania here was genuinely easy and enjoyable. We would recommend them without hesitation to any host looking for reliable, creative people who are also just great to have around :) hope to see you guys soon!

I spent an amazing two weeks here in October learning about the olive harvest, from tree to oil. Four other WorkAwayers and I were in the hills every weekday morning harvesting olives accompanied by a few other local people. At the end of the each day it was possible to accompany Vin to the local factory to see the oil making process. It all happens in one day! Such a cool thing to see. And if we chose, after the harvest we would head down to the sea for a swim, always returning home after to a wonderful Sicilian dinner. Vin is a great cook, and also really cares about showing you around his home. We did some adventures into town and over to Palermo, where he had histories to share with us and some unforgettable Sicilian meals organized. If it is the height of the harvest you will likely be sharing a room with another WorkAwayer. Bring work clothes and get excited to share this communal lifestyle with Vin, his cute pets, and your new friends from around the world!! Thank you for everything, I look forward to returning :)