Shunyi and Kigali
Shunyi, in Beijing Municipality, China, counts about 118,000 inhabitants. Other cities in Beijing Municipality include Tongzhou, Beijing and Mentougou.
Private villas · Kigali
Shunyi to Kigali: private retreats
From Shunyi, fly Qatar Airways via Doha (DOH) to Kigali. Visa on arrival or online, USD 50 single entry.
4 private villassleeps 4-8from $200/nightairport pickup at any hour
No deposit, pay on arrival · Airport pickup at any hour · The concierge replies on WhatsApp
At a glance
Getting to Kigali from Shunyi
Shunyi and Kigali are about 9,858 km apart in a straight line. Expect a time difference: Shunyi is six hours ahead of Kigali.
From Shunyi, fly Qatar Airways via Doha (DOH) to Kigali.
Entry for citizens of China
Entry rules follow your passport, not your city, so the rule for Shunyi is the rule for citizens of China. 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
You will be travelling from the Chinese yuan (CNY) to a stay quoted in US dollars; payment is accepted in USD, RWF, mobile money or crypto. 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
Whatever time you land, a private pickup can be waiting; The Black Key Arrival includes it at Amahoro and Urugwiro for three nights or more.
- Shunyi is about 9,858 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
- Shunyi has about 118,000 inhabitants (GeoNames).
- Shunyi is in Beijing Municipality, China.
- Tongzhou, Beijing and Mentougou are in the same region as Shunyi.
- Shunyi is six hours ahead of Kigali.
- From Shunyi, fly Qatar Airways via Doha (DOH) to Kigali.
- Citizens of China 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 China is the Chinese yuan (CNY).
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. Several villas can be booked together for a larger group.
“All in all the staff was extremely accommodating to our needs and has daily house cleaning.”
“It felt like a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and privacy.”
From first message to arrival
Tell us your plans
Your dates and your group, on a villa page or in one WhatsApp message.
Nkeng confirms
Availability and a quote for your dates, usually within a few hours.
Confirm and travel
Terms in writing. No deposit, and payment can be made on arrival.
Questions (FAQ)
How do I fly from Shunyi to Kigali?
We do not list a direct flight. From Shunyi, fly Qatar Airways via Doha (DOH) to Kigali.
What are the entry rules for travellers from China?
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.
Can we pay for the villa from China?
Yes. Stays are quoted in US dollars and can be paid in USD, in Rwandan francs, by MTN MoMo or Airtel Money, or in crypto; the concierge sends the details once your dates are confirmed.
How long is the drive from Kigali International Airport?
By private car: Amahoro, Urugwiro and Irebero are about 20 minutes away, Ikaze about 15 by car. The concierge arranges the pickup at any hour.
How many guests can stay?
Each villa sleeps up to eight, depending on the villa. For a larger group, several villas can be booked together, and the concierge arranges it.
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Where the facts come from
geonames.org · flightsfrom.com · flightsfrom.com · migration.gov.rw · support.irembo.gov.rw
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