West Coast Region, Gambia to Kigali: secluded villas

West Coast Region and Kigali

West Coast Region lies in the Gambia; Yundum, with about 13,200 inhabitants, is its reference city.

Getting to Kigali from West Coast Region

For West Coast Region, the reference point is Yundum, its reference city.

As the crow flies, Kigali is about 5,427 km from Yundum. The clock in Yundum is two hours behind Kigali's.

Flights leave West Coast Region from Banjul International Airport (BJL), its international airport.

From Yundum, fly Turkish Airlines via Istanbul (IST) to Kigali.

Entry for citizens of the Gambia

For visitors setting off from West Coast Region, the rule that applies is the one for the Gambia's citizens. As citizens of a member state of the African Union, the Commonwealth or La Francophonie, you receive a visa on arrival and the visa fee is waived for a visit of up to 30 days. The Gambia belongs to the African Union and the Commonwealth. This summary was checked on 9 October 2026; always confirm on the official immigration page before booking flights.

Money and payment

Gambian dalasi (GMD) is not used for the booking itself: villas are quoted in US dollars, payable in USD, Rwandan francs, MTN MoMo, Airtel Money or crypto. Once your dates are confirmed, the concierge sends the details; never pay to details found anywhere else.

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.