Leasehold
A notarised long-term lease from the Indonesian landowner, held in your own name. Ideal for a private villa or a first investment.
- Holder
- You (individual)
- Term
- Typically 25–30 yrs + extension
- Best for
- Private villa, land bank
Katiet · Tuapejat · Mapaddegat · Bosua — Mentawai, Indonesia
Mentawai land for sale, with the legal work done right.
Verified beachfront and surf land, villas and commercial property in the world’s surfing paradise — with leasehold or PT PMA structures, permits and KITAS handled by our own legal team in Padang.
Certificates checked at the land office
No nominee structures, ever
PT PMA, permits & KITAS in-house
English & Bahasa Indonesia
Why Mentawai
A paradise for the world’s surfers — and still mostly undeveloped.
Surfers have travelled to Mentawai since the early 1990s for some of the most perfect waves on the planet. Today visitor numbers are climbing, but the coast remains largely undeveloped: the reefs, the waves and the jungle Bali had decades ago, with land at a fraction of the price.
Buildable beachfront is naturally limited: coastal setback rules, protected forest and clan-owned land mean that clean, properly titled parcels are scarce. That scarcity is the investment case — and the reason due diligence matters.
Discover the islands
The investment case
Why investors are looking at Mentawai now
A surfers’ paradise
Mentawai is one of the most famous surf destinations on earth. About 6,000 visitors came specifically to surf in 2024 — and they come back every season.
Visitor numbers rising
29,000 visitors in 2024, around 5,000 more than in 2023, according to the regency tourism office.
Entry price
Coastal land still trades in the hundreds of thousands of rupiah per m², not the millions common on Bali’s coast.
Improving access
Fast boats from Padang to Tuapejat, small-aircraft flights to Rokot and a growing road network on Sipora.
Protected nature
Siberut is a national park and UNESCO biosphere reserve. Low-density development keeps the islands — and their value — intact.
Clear legal routes
Leasehold, PT PMA with HGB title, or Hak Pakai — proper structures exist, and our Padang legal team sets them up end to end.
Visitor figures: Dinas Pariwisata, Pemuda dan Olahraga Kab. Kepulauan Mentawai, reported by ANTARA Sumbar (Jan 2025).
Land by area
Where we have land for sale
1 parcel
North Sipora
Tuapejat
The regency capital and gateway port
1 parcel
North Sipora
Mapaddegat
Tuapejat’s favourite beach
On request
North Sipora
Pantai Jati
A quieter beach close to town
On request
Sipora
Berkat
Land within reach of Tuapejat
1 parcel
South Sipora
Katiet
Home of the world-famous HT’s (Lance’s Right)
1 parcel
South Sipora
Bosua
South Sipora coast near the Katiet breaks
On request
Mentawai Islands
Masoku
Coastal land away from the crowds
Selected listings
Featured opportunities
LandSample
Mapaddegat, Sipora
Beachfront land at Mapaddegat
12,000 m² 110 m frontage Leasehold / PT PMA
IDR 600,000 /m²View →
LandSample
Katiet, Sipora
Surf-facing parcel in Katiet
5,000 m² 60 m frontage Leasehold / PT PMA
IDR 850,000 /m²View →
VillaSample
Pantai Jati, Sipora
Two-bedroom surf villa (build package)
1,500 m² · bldg 140 m² Leasehold / PT PMA
IDR 2.9 bnView →
Property types
Beyond land: build or buy
Villas, resorts, hotels, residential clusters, houses, offices, restaurants and cafés — for sale, or built for you on your land.
Ownership
Three legal ways for foreigners to own in Indonesia
No grey areas and no borrowed names. Pick the structure that matches what you want to do with the land.
PT PMA + HGB title
A foreign-owned Indonesian company holds a registered Right to Build (HGB). The standard route for resorts, rental villas and surf camps.
- Holder
- Your PT PMA
- Term
- 30 + 20 + 30 yrs
- Best for
- Resort, rental, development
Hak Pakai (right of use)
Foreigners with a valid stay permit may hold a residential house under a Right of Use, subject to minimum-price and size rules.
- Holder
- You (with KITAS/KITAP)
- Term
- 30 + 20 + 30 yrs
- Best for
- Your own home
How it works
From first call to your own beach
Brief & budget
A call to understand your goal — private retreat, surf camp, resort or land bank — and the right ownership route.
Shortlist & site visit
Verified parcels with drone footage and coordinates. We host you on Sipora, or walk the land for you by video call.
Legal due diligence
Certificate check at the land office, clan (suku) consent, zoning, coastal setback and access — in writing, before you pay.
Structure & company
We set up your PT PMA or prepare the lease, plus NIB, tax ID and bank account, under one roof.
Notary signing
Deeds signed before a licensed notary/PPAT, payments tied to signed documents, title registered.
Permits, build & manage
Building approval (PBG), KITAS, LKPM reporting and trusted local builders — so the project keeps moving after you fly home.
The islands
Four main islands, one gateway
Sipora is where most investors start: the regency capital Tuapejat, the fast-boat port, Rokot airport and the famous Katiet surf point are all here. Siberut and the Pagai islands reward those who want more remote surf and nature.
- Sipora — easiest access, roads, power, most buildable land
- Siberut — the largest island; jungle, national park, surf in the south
- North & South Pagai — quiet coastline near legendary surf breaks
FAQ
Questions investors ask first
Can a foreigner buy land in the Mentawai Islands?
Foreigners cannot hold freehold (Hak Milik) title in Indonesia, but there are three legal routes: a notarised long-term lease, a foreign-owned company (PT PMA) holding HGB title, or Hak Pakai for a residential home if you hold a stay permit. We set up whichever route fits your plan.
How much does beachfront land in Mentawai cost?
Prices depend on area, access, frontage and title. Publicly advertised Mentawai parcels in 2026 range from roughly IDR 250,000 to about IDR 1,800,000 per m² (around US$15–110), far below comparable coastline in Bali. Every parcel on this site shows its price per m² and estimated total.
Which areas do you have land in?
We currently source land in Tuapejat, Mapaddegat, Pantai Jati, Berkat, Katiet, Bosua, Masoku. Each area has its own page with what it suits and the parcels available.
Is the land title safe? Much land in Mentawai is customary land.
That is exactly why we start with due diligence. Much of Mentawai is clan (suku) land. We only offer parcels where the certificate has been checked at the land office and clan consent is documented, and we never use nominee arrangements.
How do I get to the Mentawai Islands?
Fly to Padang (PDG) via Jakarta or Kuala Lumpur, then take the fast boat to Tuapejat on Sipora (about 3.5–4 hours) or a small-aircraft flight to Rokot airport.
Can you help after the purchase?
Yes. Our team in Padang handles company administration, LKPM investment reports, KITAS and work permits, building approvals and translation, and connects you with local builders and property managers.