Tunduma and Kigali
Tunduma, a city of about 219,000 people, lies in Songwe, Tanzania.
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Tunduma to Kigali: designer holiday homes
From Tunduma, the nearest non-stop flight to Kigali leaves from Dar es Salaam (DAR) with RwandAir. Free entry pass on arrival.
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At a glance
Getting to Kigali from Tunduma
As the crow flies, Kigali is about 870 km from Tunduma. In Tunduma, the time is one hour ahead of Kigali's.
From Tunduma, the nearest airports with a direct flight to Kigali are Dar es Salaam (DAR, about 759 km away) and Zanzibar (ZNZ, about 789 km away). RwandAir flies non-stop between Dar es Salaam (DAR) and Kigali.
Entry for citizens of Tanzania
Rwanda's entry rules depend on nationality, not on where you set off; from Tunduma, citizens of Tanzania follow this one. Citizens of East African Community partner states receive an entry pass free of charge on arrival, for a stay of up to six months. Tanzania belongs to the East African Community, the African Union and the Commonwealth. 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
Tanzania's currency is the Tanzanian shilling (TZS). Stays are quoted in US dollars, and you can pay in USD, in Rwandan francs, by MTN MoMo or Airtel Money, or in crypto such as USDT or Bitcoin. 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
The Black Key Arrival, airport pickup included, comes with stays of three nights or more at Amahoro and Urugwiro; elsewhere it is quoted first.
- Tunduma is about 870 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
- Tunduma has about 219,000 inhabitants (GeoNames).
- Tunduma is in Songwe, Tanzania.
- Tunduma is one hour ahead of Kigali.
- The nearest airports to Tunduma with a direct flight to Kigali are DAR (759 km away) and ZNZ (789 km away).
- Citizens of Tanzania get a free entry pass on arrival, for up to six months, as members of the East African Community.
- The currency of Tanzania is the Tanzanian shilling (TZS).
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. Several villas can be booked together for a larger group. Looking for a holiday home in Kigali? Each of our villas is that, and more: private, gated and serviced daily.
“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
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Terms in writing. No deposit, and payment can be made on arrival.
Questions (FAQ)
Where do flights to Kigali leave from, for travellers in Tunduma?
From Tunduma, the nearest airports with a direct flight to Kigali are Dar es Salaam (DAR, about 759 km away) and Zanzibar (ZNZ, about 789 km away). RwandAir flies non-stop from Dar es Salaam.
Do citizens of Tanzania need a visa for Rwanda?
No visa is needed: as East African Community citizens, you receive a free entry pass on arrival for up to six months.
Can we pay for the villa from Tanzania?
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 far is the airport?
Amahoro, Urugwiro and Irebero are about 20 minutes away, Ikaze about 15 by car. Airport pickup can be arranged at any hour.
How large a group can you host?
Each villa sleeps up to eight, depending on the villa, and more guests fit across several villas booked together.
Villas and features for travellers from Tunduma
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Where the facts come from
geonames.org · flightsfrom.com · migration.gov.rw · support.irembo.gov.rw
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