Meet Our Team of Indonesia Specialists
The soul of Indonesia Private Tours lies in its people. Our team is a curated collection of seasoned professionals, passionate explorers, and logistical experts, each with a deep-rooted connection to Indonesia and a shared commitment to delivering perfection for our discerning clientele. We don’t just know Indonesia; we live it. Our collective expertise is your assurance of a journey that is not only seamless and luxurious but also authentic and deeply personal.
Aria Santoso
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Credentials: MBA from INSEAD, 15+ years in luxury asset management and hospitality investment with Juara Holding Group.
Bio: Aria founded Indonesia Private Tours to bridge a critical gap he observed in the market: the need for a truly bespoke travel service with the robust operational integrity required by HNW individuals. Drawing on his extensive background in finance and his family’s deep roots in Indonesian heritage, Aria provides the strategic vision and uncompromising standards of excellence that define our brand. He is passionate about showcasing a modern, sophisticated Indonesia while preserving its rich cultural and natural legacy.
Dr. Rina Wulandari
Head of Itinerary Design & Cultural Immersion
Credentials: PhD in Southeast Asian Anthropology from Gadjah Mada University, Certified Expert Guide (HPI – Himpunan Pramuwisata Indonesia).
Bio: Rina is the creative heart of our journeys. With over two decades of field research and guiding experience across the archipelago, from the highlands of Papua to the royal courts of Yogyakarta, she possesses an unparalleled understanding of Indonesia’s cultural tapestry. Rina designs our itineraries not as a sequence of locations, but as a narrative. She cultivates our exclusive network of local artisans, historians, and community leaders, ensuring our clients gain access to experiences far beyond the reach of conventional tourism.
Baskara ‘Bas’ Nugraha
Director of Operations & Risk Management
Credentials: Former Operations Manager for Garuda Indonesia Executive Services, Certified Safety Management Systems (SMS) Auditor.
Bio: Bas is the master of logistics, ensuring that every complex component of a private journey unfolds with flawless precision. His background in premium aviation at Indonesia’s flag carrier, Garuda Indonesia, gives him an expert’s perspective on transport logistics, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance with bodies like AirNav Indonesia. From coordinating private jet landings on remote airstrips to vetting the safety certifications of our phinisi fleet, Bas is the guarantor of our clients’ safety, security, and peace of mind.
Isabelle Chen
Head of Client Relations
Credentials: Certified Luxury Travel Advisor, 10 years with a leading private concierge firm in Singapore.
Bio: Isabelle is the primary advocate for our clients. Her extensive experience serving HNW families and individuals has honed her innate ability to anticipate needs and understand the nuances of personal preference. She is the single point of contact from the initial inquiry to the post-trip farewell, ensuring every detail—from dietary restrictions and pillow preferences to arranging last-minute requests—is handled with discretion, grace, and efficiency. Her commitment to building lasting relationships is central to our high rate of repeat clientele.
Eko Prasetyo
Sustainability & Community Impact Lead
Credentials: M.Sc. in Conservation Biology from the Bogor Agricultural Institute, former field coordinator for The Nature Conservancy Indonesia.
Bio: Eko ensures that our journeys create a positive legacy. He develops and manages our sustainability initiatives, from carbon offsetting programs to partnerships with organizations like the Komodo Survival Program and local community enterprises. Eko vets all our partners for their environmental and social credentials, ensuring our definition of luxury includes a profound respect for the delicate ecosystems and diverse communities of Indonesia. He is the driving force behind our commitment to responsible travel.
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