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We Take the Pain Out of Investing
Buying land in Indonesia can be a complex journey involving layers of bureaucracy, language barriers, and legal hurdles. If your time is valuable, our Premium Land Scouting & Acquisition Service is designed for you. We don't just find the land; we manage every technical and legal milestone until the keys are in your hand.
If You Point to It, We Can Secure It
Spotted a perfect, untouched plot while exploring the coast? If there is nothing built on it, it’s likely available. Simply drop us a pin or highlight the area on a map. For a retainer (fully deductible from your final purchase price), our team will identify the owner, verify the status, and initiate negotiations immediately.
Our Comprehensive 360° Process
We handle the "difficult" steps that often stall international investors, including:
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Bespoke Land Scouting: Tapping into our Sasak-speaking network to find the owners of off-market, unlisted land.
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Rigorous Due Diligence: Verifying land boundaries, zoning (PZ), and ensuring the land is free of disputes or overlapping claims.
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PT PMA Establishment: We facilitate the setup of your Indonesian foreign-owned company so you can legally hold land titles.
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Title Conversion & Processing: We manage the complex transition from Sporadik or Hak Milik to HGB (Right to Build), ensuring your investment is 100% compliant with Indonesian agrarian law.
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Land Use Conversion: Navigating the "Lahan Pertanian Pangan Berkelanjutan" (LPPB) or "Green Zone" checks to ensure your land is buildable.
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Notary & Contract Management: Overseeing the Akta Jual Beli (AJB) and ensuring all taxes (BPHTB) are processed correctly.
Your investment should be rewarding, not exhausting. By acting as your boots-on-the-ground partner, we navigate the local government offices (BPN) and village administrations so you don’t have to.
ABOUTUS
Your Trusted Local Partner for Prime Coastal Land in South Lombok
At South Lombok Land Sales, we specialise in the fastest-growing region of Lombok – the stunning south coast. We showcase exceptional land for sale in South Lombok, focusing on the most desirable beachfront and hillside locations including Kuta Mandalika, Gerupuk, Selong Belanak, Tanjung Aan, and surrounding areas. Whether you're seeking investment plots, development land, or your own piece of paradise, we deliver exclusive opportunities in Lombok's booming tourism and real estate hotspot.
We go beyond simply listing properties. Our mission is to make your Lombok land purchase safe, straightforward, and highly rewarding. We provide clear, step-by-step guidance on the entire buying process for foreigners – including how to legally own land through PT PMA setup in Lombok – ensuring you invest with complete confidence.
Invest Like a Local – Our Unique Advantage
Most land for sale in Lombok passes through multiple middlemen: developers buy large parcels, subdivide them, and resell at marked-up prices. At South Lombok Land Sales, we do things differently.
We connect you directly with original landowners, cutting out unnecessary layers and delivering significantly better value from day one. Our bilingual team (fluent in English, Bahasa Indonesia, and native Sasak) has deep local relationships across South Lombok villages. This allows us to:
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Source exclusive off-market land deals not available on any other website
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Meet with landowners and village leaders to uncover hidden opportunities
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Negotiate the strongest possible price on your behalf
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Handle due diligence, contracts, and the full transaction process smoothly
Whether you're an investor targeting high-growth areas near the Mandalika Special Economic Zone, a developer planning villas, or a buyer dreaming of a private beachfront estate – we find the perfect plot to match your vision.
OURTEAM
Our people are here to make the process of investing in Indonesia easy and safe
TRALALA
Director
Tralala has been working as a land agent since 2015.
A successful entrepreneur & investor, he attained his Bachelor’s Degree in Business & Tourism in Perth, Australia. Before founding SOUTH LOMBOK, Tralala was employed as territory manager for a major booking platform, and opened his own villa complex, Blue Monkey Villas in 2004.
JAMES
Director
Marketing expert and former CEO of a London based events agency, James first visited Lombok in 2009 & fell in love with the peaceful culture & uncrowded waves. After investing himself and experiencing the challenges, James saw an opportunity for an agency that could guide investors through the process and founded PT. SOUTH LOMBOK with Tralala.
IDA
Sales Manager
Our superstar specialist in international sales, Ida graduated with a Master's from Stockholm School of Economics before dedicating her time to a tech startup unicorn in the music industry. Ida is on hand to assist with sales and any kelapa muda which need attending to.
AMIR
Sales Assistant
Amir is our top man on the ground.
Heading up landscaping projects, chauffeuring clients, occasionally quenching the team's thirst by climbing trees to collect fresh coconuts, and also leading local negotiations.
There aren't many tasks which Unkle Amir can't handle.
ONI
Legal
Our highly trusted Lawyer and notary. Oni studied law in Mataram, Lombok before completing her Master's at the prestigious University of Indonesia in Jakarta. Oni oversees all aspects of our organisation, from notarising sales contracts to establishing PT PMA companies.
OURSERVICES
We handle every step of your South Lombok land journey, making it safe, simple, and stress-free for buyers and sellers alike.
Property Sourcing & Direct Deals
Exclusive access to off-market plots through local landowner networks.
Legal Support & PT PMA Setup
Full assistance establishing your foreign-owned company for legal ownership
Due Diligence & Title Checks
Thorough verification of land certificates, boundaries, and history
Visas & Relocation Assistance
We manage Business Visa (C2), investor visas (KITAS/KITAP), and retirement visas.
Price Negotiation & Contracts
Expert negotiations directly with owners for optimal pricing.
Support for Sellers
Marketing your land, finding qualified buyers, and handling sales on your behalf
WHY INVEST IN SOUTH LOMBOK?
South Lombok remains a prime investment destination, driven by the ongoing transformation of the Mandalika Special Economic Zone (SEZ)—a $3 billion sustainable tourism mega-project managed by the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC). Spanning over 1,175 hectares of pristine coastal land in Kuta Lombok, Mandalika is evolving into a world-class eco-resort destination, emphasising green spaces (over 51% preserved), renewable energy (including solar and hybrid systems targeting significant power needs), and infrastructure upgrades backed by international financing like the AIIB.
Hotel development continues to accelerate, with established properties like the Pullman Lombok Merujani Mandalika Beach Resort (257 rooms) and others operational, boosting accommodation capacity. New investments, including a $124 million five-star hotel on Tanjung Aan Beach announced in 2025, signal strong investor confidence. Phase II of the project (2024-2026) focuses on expanding resorts, entertainment facilities, and luxury amenities to attract global tourists.
The Pertamina Mandalika International Street Circuit is a cornerstone attraction, hosting MotoGP and World Superbike events. The 2025 Indonesian Grand Prix drew a record-breaking over 140,000 spectators, achieving 100% hotel occupancy in Mandalika and generating nearly $289 million in economic impact. The circuit is confirmed on the 2026 MotoGP calendar, ensuring continued high-profile events, international exposure, and tourism surges.
Infrastructure advancements are enhancing accessibility and appeal:
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A new fast boat pier in Mandalika Bay is under construction, set to become operational in 2026, restoring quick connections to Bali (around 2 hours).
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Lombok International Airport expansions include new direct international flights (e.g., to Darwin, Australia, starting April 2025).
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Ongoing upgrades to roads, utilities, waste systems, and sustainable features position Mandalika for a projected tourism boom, targeting 2.8 million visitors island-wide in 2026.
These developments have already created over 19,000 jobs in the SEZ, with sustained growth supporting local communities through empowerment programs and sustainable initiatives.
Additional lifestyle amenities make South Lombok ideal for families and long-term residents:
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The Mandalika Intercultural School provides world-class, culturally diverse education.
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The modern Mandalika Hospital offers state-of-the-art healthcare, equipped for residents, visitors, and international events.
In summary, investing in land in South Lombok offers exceptional potential in a rapidly maturing market. With MotoGP secured for 2026, new marine and air connectivity on the horizon, expanding luxury accommodations, and a commitment to sustainable growth, Mandalika is poised to rival top Southeast Asian destinations—driving property values, rental yields, and economic prosperity for investors.
PRACTICALITIES
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When buying land in Indonesia the are many things to think about. These should be some of your top considerations:
Access
Be aware when buying land if your plot isn’t next to a main road. If you have to cross someone else's land to enter and exit, that person will probably expect compensation for diggers and heavy machinery churning up their property when it comes time to build and they could even hold you to ransom. Everybody needs a driveway!
Electricity
Electricity in Lombok is state-owned and there is a small fee of around Rp3M for hook-up and installation of a meter. But beware, if you’re looking at land in a very remote location, it could be a long way to carry electricity and you’ll be paying per meter for cable, pylons and labour. Even once connected you might want to consider a back-up generator.
Water
Water supply is rare in Indonesia, especially in rural locations including Kuta. Standard practice is to dig a borehole at the cost of around Rp700k per meter of depth inclusive of piping, or to share a neighbour's well. If you’re close to the ocean, you won’t have to go very deep to get water. You can’t drink it and all your bathroom taps and fittings will corrode very quickly without a filter.
Telecommunications
You might want to check the local phone connections. In some cases, investors have paid for a mast to be erected close by to provide internet. This costs around Rp30M. At other times, cable runs from existing connections can be more economical at around Rp3k per meter.
Local Integration
When the time comes to build, or even do some gardening, it’s common practice to employ locally wherever you can. Don’t forget to embrace the local life and try to integrate into the community.
Architecture
Be aware that not all modern practices are achievable in Lombok. It’s highly recommended that if you don’t use a local architect, you at least consult with one to make sure your vision is realisable using local materials and skills.
OURSTORY
I first visited Bali and Lombok in 2009 and instantly fell in love with Indonesia. It was the warm, perfectly peeling, uncrowded waves, the friendly culture, cheap, healthy food, and a sense of adventure that drew me in. I’d never experienced anywhere like it before. After 8 weeks, I was smitten and vowed to return and spend as much of my life there as visas and money would allow.
Gerupuk February 2010
Gerupuk August 2017
Fast forward to 2016, and I’d started picking up some freelance work in Asia. Although I’d not been back in almost a decade, I’d never forgotten the magic of Indo and was eager to get back for a visit.
While browsing Facebook, I’d read an article about my friend Heidi, who was living in Lombok and working as a chef. I forget the details, but I remember being amazed that she was living there and making it work. After reaching out, she invited me to stay at a villa she was sharing with a yoga instructor and a restaurant manager. Heidi introduced me to friends from all walks of life, who were running various businesses and projects in Kuta. It was that trip that introduced me to the concept of expat life. I ended up staying at the villa and using it as a base from which to travel to the various jobs I had lined up in the region.
Soon after this, Ida, my now wife, flew out to Indonesia for the first time on a three-week holiday. Excited to show her the beauty of Bali and Lombok, I wanted to give her the best time possible and hoped she would fall in love with the Islands as I had. Well, it was a great success. One evening, while watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean from a clifftop in Ekas called Heavens Gate, I asked if she could see herself living in Indo. She said she could.
Ekas October 2017
Belongas September 2018
That was the point at which our journey of trying to become business owners in Indonesia began. The plan was loose, but we knew the first step was to find a plot of land to build on. We spoke to everyone we could, expats, locals, lawyers, estate agents, to get as much information on what we were trying to achieve as we could. We looked at plots in various developments, and we spoke to locals who roughly threw stones to mark out plots they could sell us. This continued long after Ida had returned to Sweden, and each night we would go through notes, and I would send videos of the plots I’d found and the conversations I’d had.
I had a tip-off about a Frenchman who owned a business in Are Guling and might have land for sale. So, as with every day, I fired up the scooter and headed off to see what I could find. I asked around the village and ended up driving up to Blue Monkey Villas, where, with a huge grin, the manager shouted down from the restaurant to ask if he could help me. When I told him what I was doing, he shouted down, “No French here,” but invited me to come up.
He was having a meeting with a landowner and had a land certificate on the table. Once he’d wrapped up his meeting, we began to discuss why I was there and explained my plans.
I hadn’t found who I was looking for, but I’d definitely found the right person!
We still laugh about that today. I’d met Tralala, the owner of Blue Monkey Villas, my now business partner and close friend.
I loved this guy; he laughed a lot, and, as well as being very intelligent, he also knew a lot about buying and selling land. He had spent four years studying Tourism Management at Perth University, sponsored by his adopted Australian family.
We looked at a few locations in the area, but when I stood on our half-hectare in Are Guling, I just felt it. I knew it was the place.
Slovenia July 2019
Pangang January 2019
The process of purchasing land felt complex and at times scary. We encountered a local man who claimed ownership of the land. He claimed his three sons had sold the land while he was ill. And when all the activity began with GPS marking and government officials walking around, he came forward to explain his situation. Our legal counsel advised that he didn’t have a legal leg to stand on and that he would be laughed out of court. But they said, "This is not a legal problem; this is a social problem." And their advice was to pay him something.
This was the seller's responsibility, not ours as buyers, and they agreed to let Tralala negotiate with the old man on their behalf. I think the price went from 10,000 AUD to just a few hundred. Everyone was happy with that, and once paid, he signed a contract that he was satisfied with and relinquished any claim over the land.
It was about two months from that cliff top in Ekas to owning land in Lombok. We used Tralala as our nominee, and a good friendship was born.
Since then, Tralala and I have invested together in other locations across South Lombok, and we have founded PT. SOUTH LOMBOK GROUP.
Mawun January 2026
Having experienced the buying process many times ourselves, we understand first-hand how challenging it can be. Information is hard to find, and the process can be intimidating. We believe it should be fun and exciting, so we aim to make it as easy and enjoyable as possible.
James
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