Review Author: Craig stirling

Review Date: 25 Aug 2025

Review Body: I booked this experience for the same reason that seek Sophie was started.. I wanted an authentic and insightful look into local life.. all other tours of batik and similar , that I could find were more touristy and offered the same things on all other trip booking sites.. We were not disappointed...this experience gave us an excellent opportunity to learn the highly skilled work of the batik artists in a relaxed and welcoming environment..all of the staff were so friendly and helpful... the batik class was fantastic and the staff helped us FIX our poor efforts into something that we can actually display.. we did the cooking class also and the lady who did this with us was great and food fantastic. They send you a menu choice beforehand where you choose what to cook... we enjoyed coffee and some music by Karon... karon then took us a walking tour of the village, explaining its history culture and aspects of daily life for the local people..it was very informative...the owner of the business was Tatang and he was also very friendly and helpful.. If you are looking for a tour that gives a bit of everything for a day out and enjoy chilling and learning about local culture then choose this tour... great job guys, I hope you continue your excellent service... first class. ...

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ky

Review Date: 26 Jul 2026

Review Body: We had a really great day learning batik and cooking traditional Indonesian dishes! We had the opportunity to draw our own pattern or choose one from the pre-made canvases, and then we were guided step by step through applying the wax and coloring the canvas. The process requires patience and is very relaxing if you're comfortable with being a beginner. :) Hanung and his students were welcoming and helpful, and the workshop was beautiful. We never felt rushed, which we really appreciated, especially since we took our time trying to do our best. Then we went to gather the ingredients for the dishes we had chosen to cook that day, picked vegetables from the garden, caught fish from the pond, and met our cooking teacher. We didn't share a common language, but one of Hanung's coworkers stayed with us throughout the lesson, explaining everything and translating for us. The food was delicious, and the whole experience was very enjoyable. It was a wonderful way to spend a day in Yogyakarta, in a quiet village surrounded by nature, while learning about local traditions. I warmly recommend this experience! We were also sent two short videos afterwards showing us learning batik and cooking. It was a thoughtful touch and will be a lovely memory!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Manuela Lüdi

Review Date: 16 Mar 2024

Review Body: We had a great day doing the art class and the cooking class. In the morning we went there with a grab, the location is easy to find and from the city center it takes you around 20min to get there. The art class is great, people are very friendly and helpful. First they explain the process and help you with tips, then you can practise and if you feel ready you can do your art. It is really fun and turns out well even if you aren‘t an artist. The cooking class was great. The guide asked us in before about the menu and respected our wishes. We created a tasty indonesian meal with noodles, fish and tempeh. Normally I do not like fish too much but this one was perfect. Freshly caught and marinated with local spices, no fishy taste. The guide and also some artists speak good english. They even did a video of us documenting the process of our own art. What a great souvenier together with your own piece of art.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Alexander Zenk

Review Date: 29 Sep 2026

Review Body: We had the absolute best day at the studio! Everybody was friendly and helpful and so so talented! Batik is much more difficult than I expected (and I didn't come in thinking it looked easy). That said, with the help of the artists we walked away with something we are very proud of. The entire process is amazing and will really help you appreciate the unique art medium. The cooking class was also incredible. We were given the option of cooking many different traditional dishes and both my wife and I got to pick our favorites. Overall this was one of our favorite days in Yogyakarta. It felt more like we got the privelage of hanging out with a close knit artist community for a day than a traditional tourist experience, which led to a day we'll always treasure. Oh, and they even made us an amazing edited highlight video of our experience and sent us all the cooking recipes. 100% recommend booking!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Lotte Knudsen

Review Date: 13 Sep 2026

Review Body: We had an absolutely amazing day with Leksa Ganesha! We spent the whole day painting and cooking, and we loved every minute of it. What we especially appreciated was that we were given plenty of time to take everything at our own pace. There was no rush at all, which made the whole experience feel very relaxed and enjoyable. What made it even more special was that we actually got to do everything ourselves. We had the equipment in our own hands throughout the entire experience and only received verbal guidance when needed. This made it genuinely feel like we had created everything ourselves, rather than simply following someone who did it for us. It was such a fun, hands-on and authentic experience, and we would highly recommend Leksa Ganesha to anyone looking for something creative, local and memorable. We had a wonderful day!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Nicole

Review Date: 08 Dec 2025

Review Body: It was a fascinating day. It began with the batik workshop. I found that I was the only person doing batik that morning and that made it even better, I think, because several of the people working inside the workshop came to offer suggestions and advice on technique and to reassure me about my lack of artistry - that everything was possible in art - even what I was doing! They were all lovely. Then the cooking group from the morning shared their lunch with me (delicious) before I was taken on a tour of the village where we caught some fish that we brought back and cooked in my cooking class. Thanks to everyone- you were all marvellous and your work is fascinating. The batiks that I created were not as terrible as I thought ( thanks to a lot of help) and I bought one from the gallery that I think is truly wonderful.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jemma

Review Date: 09 Aug 2025

Review Body: This was a big highlight of our trip in Yogyakarta! We had such a creative day! Hanung and the Leksa Ganesha team were so welcoming, friendly and helpful to me and my husband. We made beautiful batik art, and we also cooked and ate very delicious Indonesian dishes. We even caught our own fish to eat when we were given a tour of the village to see the different foods that the community grows. We were given free mineral water, tea and coffee. We would highly recommend this experience and we would love to come back again in the future. We were there from 10am - 5pm, so you should allow a full day for this (perhaps 9am - 6pm) so you can take your time. Thank you Hanung and Leksa Ganesha for your hospitality!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Raelynn and Becky

Review Date: 30 Jan 2026

Review Body: The batik and cooking classes at Leksa Ganesha are fabulous! Pak Hanung provided the experience of a lifetime. He was patient in showing us how to use the batik tools (canting) and helpful throughout the creative process. We thoroughly enjoyed walking through the village to learn about the community and how they work together. Ibu Tiru helped us fix a delicious meal and Pak Hanung sent the recipes to us in a follow-up message. Please do not hesitate to book this experience! It will be a highlight of your trip to Yogyakarta. The price is excellent for the services rendered. We tried a similar experience in Jakarta that cost twice as much and provided much, much less.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Mel Lum

Review Date: 17 May 2025

Review Body: DO NOT hesitate for a millisecond to join this cup filling experience of trying your hand at Batik with the chillest Batik masters. It is extremely accessible to all artistic levels (I’m terrible at craft and I still walked away with the cutest piece with a lot of help) The culinary lesson was incredibly joyful cathartic after a morning of focus. I should also mention they offer some seriously good coffee from various volcanic regions in Java. Most of all, I really enjoyed chatting and interacting with the homies at Leksa Ganesha. I felt right at home. Special shout out to Hanung for being my buddy.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Liam & Khoi

Review Date: 15 May 2026

Review Body: This was undoubtedly the highlight of our time in Indonesia. The community have created a wonderful enterprise that helped us gain a real insight into village life and the intricacies of Batik art. Hanung and the team are so talented, helping guide you from novice to Batik pro. The smells that emanated from the kitchen were to die for - we will treasure these recipes. We really enjoyed the conversation over a few cold drinks/coffees and the impromptu gamelan tour. Thank you for efforts and empowering locals.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Alicia

Review Date: 28 Apr 2025

Review Body: I had an amazing experience at the Batik workshop with Leksa Ganesha! Everything was incredibly well organized, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming from the moment I arrived. The people were kind, helpful, and made the whole process enjoyable—even for beginners. They give you all the time you need. I learned a lot and had a great time being creative. The food prepared in the cooking class was delicious and served in the cute coffee shop attached. Highly recommended!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Katherine

Review Date: 19 May 2024

Review Body: My time at Leksa Ganesha was delightful! From the warm welcome to the cozy atmosphere, every moment was filled with joy. The community members were so friendly, and our impromptu karaoke session added an extra layer of fun to the day. Despite my limited cooking skills, the experience turned out to be surprisingly enjoyable, with good food and even better company. It was a day filled with simple pleasures and cherished memories.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jessica

Review Date: 11 Jun 2025

Review Body: we had a great day, it was so much fun trying the Batik technique at Leksa Ganesha's! Everyone there is super nice and friendly and helpful. We had some good coffee and were shown around the village before we started the cooking class. The food we prepared was delicious! We even got a video of ourselves working on our Batik fabrics and cooking. I can strongly recommend this event! Thank you for the great experience!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sim Pei Yi

Review Date: 15 Nov 2025

Review Body: Awesome time, this was both my friend and my favourite day in Jogja. It was interesting to learn about batik painting and having a go at it. The locals were very chill as well, though we booked the 9am to 3pm one with cooking, we only left at 6pm as they allowed us to take our time to complete our batik. They are really such friendly people and it was nice to get to know them, their village and way of life.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ain

Review Date: 13 Aug 2026

Review Body: My mother & I had a great time with our batik and cooking class. The instructors and staff were all friendly, knowledgeable and patient. They guided us well, while also giving us freedom to practice. We caught our own fishes for our cooking class, and also got a nice tour around the village where we learnt about the herbs and fruits used in the local cuisine. Definitely recommend this activity!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jacky

Review Date: 25 Jul 2024

Review Body: What a great way to learn a bit more about indonesian culture. The hosts were very open and enthusiastic to show you all that you had to know to make batik. Great experience. After the batik we had the cooking class, for which we went to catch our own fish! The atmosphere was really nice, there was good food, enough to drink. Good facilities overall. We had a lovely afternoon!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Rebecca

Review Date: 14 May 2026

Review Body: Amazing experience and one of our highlights of Yogyakarta! Would highly recommend. Started the day by creating our own batik. Hanung was an amazing teacher and helped a lot in giving suggestions with our designs. We then did a cooking class and ate our delicious creations. Very wholesome and creative day, would recommend to anyone that wants to do something more personal

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Gigi

Review Date: 25 May 2024

Review Body: Amazing community. The experience has everything and so many options to do. I could have stayed for a lot longer than the day. Strong connection to environmental protection and lovely community spirit with children enjoying bouldering from adults enjoying coffee. Supports local women in work. Could not recommend this more. Lovely to spend the day with local people.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Shari

Review Date: 12 Sep 2026

Review Body: We loved our experience at Leksa Ganesha. We booked the batik and cooking class and had the best day. Everyone was so kind and helped us where they could. When we waited for our batik to dry, we even got a little tour through the village which was beautiful. The food was also very delicious. We can only recommend doing this experience when you’re in Yogja!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sunna

Review Date: 08 May 2026

Review Body: What an amazing day! We got to learn all about the art of batik making and then make our own pieces, and then had a cooking class making delicious food. TeacherHanung is also just an incredibly nice, interesting and knowledgeable guy and we stayed behind chatting for a long while after the class. It really was a lovely day, and I highly recommend it 😊

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Village cooking class and meal

Itinerary Description: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Batik Class 9:00 AM: Meet your batik instructor. 9:15 AM: Discuss your preferred design and style. 9:30 AM: Start the hands-on batik class. 12:00 PM: Midway break. 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Break and Transition Discuss meals for the cooking class. 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Cooking Class 12:30 PM: Guided village walk and ingredient gathering. 1:00 PM: Fishing and vegetable picking. 2:00 PM: Return for the cooking class. 3:00 PM: Enjoy the prepared lunch. This schedule maintains the structure of the original itinerary with a simplified presentation of timeframes