Goma and Kigali
Goma has about 78,200 inhabitants and lies in North Kivu, the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Butembo and Beni lie in the same region as Goma.
Private villas · Kigali
Refined residences in Kigali for travellers from Goma
From Goma, 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 Goma
Kigali lies about 97 km from Goma, in a straight line. There is no time difference between Goma and Kigali.
Departures from Goma are served by Goma International Airport (GOM).
From Goma, 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
From Goma or any other city, the entry rule is set by your passport. Citizens of this country receive a 90-day visa free of charge on arrival. The Democratic Republic of the Congo's memberships include the East African Community, the African Union and La Francophonie. We link the official immigration page below; Irembo is where online applications are made.
Money and payment
You will be travelling from the Congolese franc (CDF) to a stay quoted in US dollars; payment is accepted in USD, RWF, mobile money or crypto. Payment details come only from the concierge, after your 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
From the airport, the villas are about fifteen to twenty minutes by car, and the pickup is arranged at any hour.
- Goma is about 97 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
- Goma has about 78,200 inhabitants (GeoNames).
- Goma is in North Kivu, the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Butembo and Beni are in the same region as Goma.
- Goma keeps the same time as Kigali.
- From Goma, most travellers connect through Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines) or Cairo (EgyptAir); your concierge plans the connection.
- The international airport of Goma is Goma International Airport (GOM).
- 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 in Kibagabaga and Urugwiro in Kacyiru sleep eight each, Irebero in Rebero seven and Ikaze in Niboye, Kicukiro four. A private chef, a driver and tours can be added through the concierge. A luxury villa, a private residence: whatever you call it at home, here it is a whole villa with a concierge.
“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)
What is the easiest way to reach Kigali from Goma?
We do not list a direct flight. From Goma, most travellers connect through Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines) or Cairo (EgyptAir); your concierge plans the connection.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Kigali with a passport from the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
A free 90-day visa on arrival applies to the Democratic Republic of the Congo's citizens.
Can we pay for the villa from the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
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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One message is enough: your dates, your group and what matters most. We reply with availability and a quote, usually within a few hours.