Updated: May 2026
Our Team — Indonesia Luxury Private Island Specialists
Private Island Indonesia is a curated Indonesia luxury tourism experience offered by Private Island Indonesia: handpicked routes, vetted operators, transparent pricing, and 24/7 concierge support across Indonesia.
- What makes Private Island Indonesia a premium experience.
- How Private Island Indonesia curates exclusive access and concierge logistics.
- Routes, seasons, and pricing transparency — no hidden fees.
Meet Our Team of Indonesian Archipelago Experts
The quality of an experience is defined by the people behind it. In an archipelago of over 17,500 islands spanning three time zones, true luxury is not just about opulence; it is about flawless execution in one of the world’s most logistically complex environments. At Private Island Indonesia, our team is our greatest asset. We are a collective of seasoned professionals with decades of combined experience in Indonesian luxury hospitality, maritime law, aviation logistics, and marine conservation. Each member brings a deep, nuanced understanding of the archipelago, ensuring every client engagement is managed with precision, integrity, and unparalleled local knowledge. Our editorial and verification processes are guided by the expertise outlined in our editorial standards. Indonesia on Wikipedia
Budi Santoso
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Credentials: MBA from INSEAD, B.A. in Hospitality Management from Cornell University, 20+ years in luxury hotel development with Aman Resorts and Four Seasons in Southeast Asia. Member of the Indonesia Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI). Ministry of Tourism
Bio: Budi is the visionary behind Private Island Indonesia. After two decades of developing and managing some of the world’s most iconic luxury properties, he saw an opportunity to create a service that offered not just luxury, but true, unadulterated privacy. His deep connections within Indonesia’s business and government circles, combined with an uncompromising standard for quality, guide the company’s strategy and ethos. This network is critical for navigating the nuanced local customs and regional governance structures, from Aceh to Papua, that are essential for successful long-term projects. Budi personally oversees the final selection of every island in our portfolio, applying a rigorous 150-point checklist that evaluates not only amenities but also factors like tidal access, seasonal wind exposure (especially during the peak southeast monsoon from June to September), and absolute privacy from passing marine traffic.
Dewi Lestari
Head of Operations & Logistics
Credentials: Certified PADI Divemaster, Former Operations Manager at a leading Indonesian private jet charter, 15 years experience in UHNW travel logistics and superyacht provisioning.
Bio: Dewi is the logistical mastermind who ensures every journey is seamless. From coordinating private jet arrivals at Ngurah Rai (DPS) or Komodo (LBJ) airports to managing helicopter transfers with operators like Air Bali and provisioning 60-meter Phinisi yachts for multi-week expeditions, her attention to detail is legendary. For instance, she routinely coordinates with ground handlers like JAS Airport Services to ensure a tarmac-side greeting, bypassing the main terminal entirely. Dewi has an intricate knowledge of Indonesia’s aviation and maritime infrastructure, liaising directly with AirNav Indonesia for flight planning and port authorities (KSOP) for clearances, often securing permits for last-minute flight plan changes within a 24-hour window. Her team’s expertise extends to the micro-level: sourcing A5 Wagyu beef for a superyacht galley in the remote Banda Sea or arranging for a specific vintage of Dom Pérignon to be waiting on ice upon arrival at a villa 400 nautical miles from the nearest major city.
Arief Rahman, S.H., M.Kn.
Lead Counsel, Leasehold & Maritime Law
Credentials: Master of Notary (M.Kn.) from Universitas Indonesia, Specialist in Indonesian Agrarian Law (Hukum Agraria) and Foreign Investment Law (PMA). Licensed advocate with PERADI (Indonesian Advocates Association).
Bio: Arief is our in-house legal authority, responsible for the rigorous due diligence that underpins every property we represent. He specializes in structuring secure long-term leaseholds, often involving complex *Hak Guna Bangunan* (HGB – Right to Build) titles over state-owned *Hak Pengelolaan* (HPL – Right to Manage) land, a common framework for island development. He navigates the complexities of Indonesian property titles, ensuring that every leasehold agreement is secure, transparent, and fully compliant with the regulations set by the National Land Agency (BPN) and the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), referencing key statutes like Government Regulation No. 18 of 2021. His expertise provides our clients with the critical peace of mind required for significant leasehold transactions, ensuring every property is certified “clean and clear” of ancestral claims or overlapping permits.
Dr. Rina Wulandari
Head of Conservation & Sustainability
Credentials: Ph.D. in Marine Biology from Institut Pertanian Bogor (IPB), former field researcher for The Nature Conservancy Indonesia’s Coral Triangle Program.
Bio: Dr. Rina leads our commitment to responsible tourism. She developed our proprietary Ecological Integrity Score, a key part of our island evaluation methodology. This score quantifies key indicators like live coral cover percentage (minimum 70% required), the health of mangrove nurseries, and the density of key indicator species like bumphead parrotfish. Rina assesses the health of marine ecosystems surrounding our partner islands, develops our sustainability protocols (including zero single-use plastic policies and coral-safe practices), and manages our community benefit programs, such as funding local ranger patrols in the Komodo National Park buffer zones. She works closely with organizations like WWF Indonesia and local communities to ensure our presence contributes positively to the preservation of Indonesia’s natural heritage, directly enhancing the client experience through pristine, vibrant natural surroundings.
Isabelle Chen
Director of Client Relations (UHNW)
Credentials: B.Sc. in International Relations from the London School of Economics, 10 years experience in private banking and family office advisory in Singapore and Hong Kong.
Bio: Isabelle is the primary point of contact for our clients. Her background in serving UHNW individuals has given her a profound understanding of the expectations for privacy, discretion, and personalized service. She manages the entire client journey, from the initial confidential consultation and NDA process to the creation of a multi-page preference dossier detailing everything from pillow firmness to the preferred ambient temperature of the villa. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Bahasa Indonesia, she excels at understanding a client’s unique vision and translating it into a perfectly executed itinerary. Isabelle ensures that from the first inquiry to the final departure, every interaction is handled with sophistication and care, acting as a single, trusted point of contact available 24/7 to orchestrate even the most spontaneous requests, such as a private performance by a Gamelan orchestra on a deserted beach at sunset.
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Meet Our Team ·
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