Weed in Makassar, Indonesia: A Simple Story

Hi there! This is a story about a trip to Makassar, Indonesia, where I learned some interesting things about cannabis, or in other words weed or ganja. It’s a magic plant that people use to feel relaxed or happy. But in Makassar, it’s not so easy to find, and there are some important rules about it.

I just got back from Makassar a couple of days ago, and as I sit here enjoying a small joint of white widow, I can’t help but reflect on the great time I had in Makassar — thanks in part to the cannabis that accompanied me on my adventures.

Marijuana laws in Indonesia

It is important to outline that high % THC cannabis, weed, and hash are forbidden in Makassar. You can not officially purchase marijuana strains with high at least some reasonable THC % concentration in some coffee shops like in the Netherlands. Medical cannabis may be available for purchase at dispensaries, but you will never get high with CBD buds you may find.

In the bar of my hotel I met Sam who has lived here in Makassar for a while, so knows a lot about 4:20 movements😁. He said that strict official regulations are not so tough in practice.

What Happens If You Get Caught with Weed?

In Makassar, if you have a little bit of weed with you (less than 10 grams), you probably won’t get into big trouble. The police might take it away, but they usually won’t arrest you. It’s still a good idea to be careful and not smoke cannabis in public in Makassar.

What Do People in Makassar Think About Weed?

Even though weed is against the rules, a lot of people in Makassar don’t mind it too much. They just think you should be polite and not smoke it in front of everyone.

On my first night in Makassar, Sam invited me to a small gathering at his place — just a few friends, some beer, weed, and a PlayStation 5. It was exactly my kind of evening! I was fortunate to have met Sam, who became my go-to person for cannabis during my stay in Makassar. He assured me that as long as you’re respectful and avoid drawing attention, the locals are generally okay with cannabis use. But again, it’s best not to carry more than 10 grams on you.

How Do People Get Weed in Makassar?

Finding weed in Makassar isn’t as easy as just asking someone on the street. Wholesale dealers in Makassar buy weed through special darknet websites, but that’s a bit tricky for regular cannabis users who want to smoke, but not re-sell weed.

But if you are just visiting Makassar for several days (or up to 2 weeks) and need some weed - dealing with wholesale darknet websites looks like not the best way to spend your time. This is the point where local dealers rush into this game. But if you think you can easily find street dealers with good stuff nowadays - do not hurry so much, the situation with weed in Makassar has changed already.

Now dealers switched to another approach - you simply find their messenger contacts from someone who purchased weed in Makassar already or on some forum comments, choose stuff from menu, discuss drop off area (this may be some hotel or approximate area), after you pay in crypto (yes, now this is #1 payment option for all “dark” payments) - and stuff gets delivered and dropped where you agree. Package with weed is usually masked, you get a photo and coordinates where to pick up your stuff. As a result - no official payments and no meetings in person (you choose just the approximate package drop area, not the exact place where you meet) - so both you and the dealer stay secure and anonymous. This was a little surprise for me, at home I simply buy directly from my trusted dealer via cache, but we have what we have. How happy I was that I met Sam so I do not need to go through all this 🙂

Frequently asked questions about Cannabis in Makassar

Is cannabis legal in Makassar?

No, non-medical cannabis is not legal in Makassar, while cops are relaxed towards weed and having less than 20 grams in your pocket should not result in arrest.

What if I get caught with weed in Makassar?

If cops think you are a real dealer who delivers stuff - you will have problems. But usually tourists with small amounts of hash or weed are not touched at all, only dealers should worry.

Can I buy weed on the streets of Makassar?

Yes you still can. This is an outdated approach already so more and more dealers are switching to online sales, but hustling parks and central streets may still give you successful results. While much easier would be finding dealer’s contacts and order online with further delivery.

Can I find high quality weed or hash in Makassar?

Yes, while quality varies from dealer to dealer.

Can I find hash in Makassar?

Yes, a lot of dealers sell both weed and hash, so hash is also popular and can be found in Makassar. Not all dealers have it, but it is still rather popular.

What is the price for weed and hash in Makassar?

Prices vary from dealer to dealer and usually depend on stuff quality and dealer’s greediness 😂From what I saw - super high quality weed may go up to $20 - $25 per 1 gram (while the more you buy - the lower price you get), and high quality hash was around $30 - $35 per 1 gram. Have not purchased low quality weed in Makassar so do not know the prices, but should be lower.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Weed Was The First Online Sale

Of course, it was illegal back then. In the early 1970s, Stanford students bought a bag of weed from MIT students. This means that the first product ever sold online was cannabis!

2. Cannabis Has Over 100 Active Cannabinoids

In fact, over 120. The most famous ones are (you guessed it!) THC and CBD.

3. Uruguay Was The Future

In 2013, Uruguay became the first country in the world to legalize growing, selling, and consuming cannabis.

4. Multiple Species

Cannabis has three primary species: Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis, each with different characteristics.

5. Cannabis and Creativity

Some studies suggest that cannabis may enhance creativity by altering the way the brain processes information.