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Private villas · Kigali

From Brazil to Kigali: luxury private residences

From Brazil to Kigali: luxury private residences in the city's quiet neighbourhoods, with airport pickup at any hour.

4 private villassleeps 4-8from $200/nightairport pickup at any hour
At a glance

Getting to Kigali from Brazil

Kigali lies about 8,664 km from Brasília, in a straight line. Brasília is five hours behind Kigali.

From Brazil, fly Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD) to Kigali. Another option: fly Qatar Airways via Doha (DOH).

Among Brazil's international airports: São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU), Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport (BSB).

Whether you set off from São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro or Belo Horizonte, the concierge plans the arrival around your flight.

Entry for citizens of Brazil

Citizens of every country can get a visa on arrival at Kigali International Airport and at all land borders, or apply online before travelling. The visa fee does not exceed USD 50 for a single entry or USD 70 for multiple entries. Rules can change: check the official page of Rwanda's Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration before you travel; the online application is on Irembo.

Money and payment

Your home currency is the Brazilian real (BRL); the stay is quoted in US dollars, and USD, RWF, MTN MoMo, Airtel Money and crypto are all accepted.

The concierge confirms the total in writing and sends the payment details after your dates are set.

Cash is also accepted on arrival at the villa, in US dollars or Rwandan francs, with a written receipt from the concierge.

Arrival

Airport pickup can be arranged at any hour, and at Amahoro and Urugwiro The Black Key Arrival includes it for stays of three nights or more.

  • Brasília is about 8,664 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
  • Brazil has 34 international airports.
  • Brasília is five hours behind Kigali.
  • Citizens of Brazil can get a visa on arrival or apply online.
  • The visa fee is capped at USD 50 for a single entry and USD 70 for multiple entries.
  • The currency of Brazil is the Brazilian real (BRL).
Kigali skyline at golden hour
Kigali skyline at golden hour

The villas

From Ikaze's two suites for four guests to Amahoro's and Urugwiro's four bedrooms for eight, each villa is booked to one group. A private chef, a driver and tours can be added through the concierge.

“All in all the staff was extremely accommodating to our needs and has daily house cleaning.”
Darnell · Ikaze · October 2026
“It felt like a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and privacy.”
Vania O. · Urugwiro · September 2026

From first message to arrival

  1. Tell us your plans

    Your dates and your group, on a villa page or in one WhatsApp message.

  2. Nkeng confirms

    Availability and a quote for your dates, usually within a few hours.

  3. Confirm and travel

    Terms in writing. No deposit, and payment can be made on arrival.

Questions (FAQ)

What are the entry rules for travellers from Brazil?

A visa is required; it is available on arrival or online, for a fee of up to USD 50 for a single entry or USD 70 for multiple entries.

How do I fly from Brazil to Kigali?

We do not list a direct flight from Brazil. From Brazil, fly Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD) to Kigali.

Is Kigali ahead of or behind Brazil?

Brasília is five hours behind Kigali.

Which payment methods work from Brazil?

USD, RWF, MTN MoMo, Airtel Money and common cryptocurrencies all work; details come from the concierge after your dates are confirmed.

Who meets us on arrival in Kigali?

A driver booked by your concierge, and the house manager or the concierge at the villa.

Is it a private villa or a shared one?

Private. Each residence is booked to one group at a time; there is no lobby and no one else staying.

Is there room for a bigger family?

Each villa sleeps up to eight, depending on the villa, and three of the four villas have a bedroom without stairs. Larger families take several villas.

Where the facts come from

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Tell Nkeng your dates

One message is enough: your dates, your group and what matters most. We reply with availability and a quote, usually within a few hours.

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