2025/26 – Garden Lovers & DIY Welcome

Mexico

5

It was a really great time with Stephan and Marika. The place es huge but quiet, you can feel the calm, hearing the wind, the birds and the animals around. All the time they ask if you need something and make sure you feel confortable. The tasks were good enough, not too hard but you had good time. Sometimes the weather is really cold or rainy so you can't work but this is not up to them. The food they prepared was delicious, show me another part of their culture. ¡Muchas gracias por este mes que me dejaron compartir con ustedes! Espero volver a coincidir y les espero en México :)

about 2 months ago

M replied

It was truly a pleasure having you with us. We really appreciated your positive spirit, your help, and the nice moments shared together. We’re happy you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, the food, and the experience here.

You’ll always be welcome back anytime — and who knows, maybe one day we’ll meet again in Mexico

Canada

5

Marika and Stephan are very nice! It was my first Worldpackers experience and I enjoyed! I truly believe they did everything they could to make me feel welcomed. It's a good opportunity to slow down, enjoy nature and go on bike rides. Thank you ☺️

over 1 year ago

M replied

We’re really happy that your first Worldpackers experience with us was a positive one. It was a pleasure having you here, and we’re glad you took the time to enjoy the nature, the calm, and the surroundings.

We wish you all the best in your next adventures — and you’re always welcome back anytime.

Spain

2

Our experience was challenging. The natural surroundings and the interaction with the animals were pleasant. However, the unhealthiness of the caravan was unexpected and the toilet placed next to the bed inconvenient. The lack of Internet access made it difficult for us to work online. Also, the tension with the host made us uncomfortable due to a poor communication and yelling while we tried to talk. We finished our stay earlier than expected. At least, I had the opportunity to practise french with the host. We are young and hardworking, we hope to enjoy being volunteers in another occasion.

over 1 year ago

Argentina

1

Our experience was challenging. The contact with nature and the interaction with the animals is pleasant. However, problems such as hygiene in the caravan and the location of the toilets next to the bed made our stay difficult. The lack of internet access made our online work difficult. Tension with the host made us uncomfortable, communication was poor and we eventually left earlier than planned. We believe it is not right to raise your voice when you are not happy with the housekeeping service. It is important to share these experiences to help make informed decisions for future volunteers.

over 1 year ago

Poland

5

Marika and Stephan are great hosts, cooked delicious meals, often offered us a lift to nearby towns and were always very helpful and understanding. We lived in a fully equipped camper surrounded by nature, including a river just a few steps away, in a company of magnificent animals. Thank you, Marika and Stephan, it was a pleasure 😊

about 2 years ago

M replied

It was truly a pleasure having you both with us — kind, thoughtful, and always ready to help. We’re so glad you enjoyed the nature, the animals, and of course the meals. And we absolutely loved receiving your beautiful wedding photos afterwards — it was so special to share a little part of that joyful moment with you. ✨ Wishing you all the happiness in the world, and you’re always welcome back anytime.

Poland

5

I am very happy to have spent 4 weeks here. Positive atmosphere, delicious Belgian food and nature is how I will remember these moments. Tasks to be done always clear! Access to the river where you can fish! In the area a lot of villages where you can go to travel by bike. I recommend and thank you ;)

about 2 years ago

M replied

We truly appreciated your help and positive spirit — and we’re especially happy that we could stay in touch even after your volunteering stay.

Venezuela

5

This was my first time with Worldpackers and I loved the whole experience! Marika and Stephan are very kind, respectful, welcoming and always willing to help out. The tasks, working hours and living conditions are exactly as listed in the description; the work isn't hard nor complicated. I stayed in a trailer fully equipped, comfy and a little away from the main house (which was great because I had my own space). Personally, I decided to come here because I wanted to practice my French, have a set schedule and be in touch with nature, and this experience was the perfect match. Merci M & S !

over 2 years ago

M replied

We’re really happy that your first Worldpackers experience was such a good match and that you enjoyed the balance between work, nature, and a bit of French practice. It was a real pleasure having you here — respectful, kind, and always positive. We also loved receiving your little messages after your stay; it’s always so nice to stay in touch.

Brazil

5

It's a beautiful place. I loved my stay. I stayed in a trailer for couple. The trailer is spacious, has equipped kitchen, bathroom with hot water and more things. Great for those who like privacy. Marika and Stephan are a kind couple, they are great hosts, they also made me feel comfortable all the time. We talked a lot at lunch time, we had good laughs too. I couldn't forget to talk about Paco, Sandro and Perle who became my pet friends.

over 2 years ago

M replied

We also really enjoyed having you here — it was a pleasure sharing meals, conversations, and laughter together.

Argentina

4

Our stay in Colombie was very pleasant, it is located in a small village that has a lot of nature and greenery that allows you to ride a bicycle provided by the volunteers. The tasks are simple, we have shared lunches with the hosts which I find very positive, they have complied with the working hours, rest times, with the possibility of transfer and food. Marika and Stephan have been very good hosts with us, thank you very much :)

over 2 years ago

Colombia

5

My experience here was great, Marika and Stephan are very kind, whenever they can give you a ride they do it without any doubt, I met many places thanks to them and the bike you always can use. The lunches were always delicious and the trailer was comfortable and with all the things you need for cooking. Thank you guys very much, hope to see you again.

about 3 years ago

M replied

Thank you Laura. You were such a pleasure to have here - it felt like you were part of the family. You were so helpful: always cheerful while executing the daily housekeeping - I really appreciate everything you did and we hope to see you again sometime!

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