Lualaba and Kigali
Lualaba in the Democratic Republic of the Congo counts Kolwezi, Mwene and Tshilenge among its cities; Kolwezi is the largest city, with about 790,000 inhabitants.
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Travelling from Lualaba: prestige serviced villas in Kigali
From Lualaba, most travellers connect through Nairobi, Addis Ababa or Cairo; your concierge plans the connection. Free 90-day visa on arrival.
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 Lualaba
Kolwezi, the largest city of Lualaba, is the starting point for the distances and flights below.
About 1,099 km separate Kolwezi from Kigali, as the crow flies. Clocks in Kolwezi and Kigali show the same time.
From Kolwezi, most travellers connect through Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines) or Cairo (EgyptAir); your concierge plans the connection.
Entry for citizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Travelling from Lualaba, you follow the entry rule for citizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Citizens of this country receive a 90-day visa free of charge on arrival. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a member of the East African Community, the African Union and La Francophonie. This summary was checked on 9 October 2026; always confirm on the official immigration page before booking flights.
Money and payment
Rates are in US dollars rather than the Congolese franc (CDF); guests pay by USD transfer, in Rwandan francs, by MTN MoMo, by Airtel Money or in crypto. Details are shared by the concierge alone, in writing, once the dates are confirmed.
Cash is also accepted on arrival at the villa, in US dollars or Rwandan francs, with a written receipt from the concierge.
Arrival
Send the flight number once it is booked, and the pickup follows it, day or night.
- Lualaba is a province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Kolwezi, Mwene and Tshilenge are cities of Lualaba.
- Kolwezi, the largest city of Lualaba, has about 790,000 inhabitants (GeoNames).
- Kolwezi is about 1,099 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
- Kolwezi keeps the same time as Kigali.
- From Kolwezi, most travellers connect through Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines) or Cairo (EgyptAir); your concierge plans the connection.
- Citizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo get a free 90-day visa on arrival.
- The currency of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the Congolese franc (CDF).
The villas
Amahoro has a pool and a cinema room, Urugwiro an infinity pool and gardens, Irebero a spa room and a gym, Ikaze a large garden near the airport. Every house is gated, private and looked after daily. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo you might call it a luxury villa or a private residence; in Kigali it is a private villa, booked to your group alone.
“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)
Which airport should I use to fly from Lualaba to Kigali?
We do not list a direct flight. From Kolwezi, most travellers connect through Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines) or Cairo (EgyptAir); your concierge plans the connection.
Is a visa required from the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
On arrival, at no cost, for up to 90 days.
Can we pay in CDF?
The villa is quoted in US dollars, not CDF; you can pay in USD, RWF, by mobile money or in crypto.
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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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.