You will usually finish your Kilimanjaro climb by noon, latest early afternoon. The drive to Kilimanjaro airport takes about two hours. On the way, you may need to pick up any luggage stored at your hotel, and you’ll likely want to have a quick shower if you’ve pre-booked a day room to freshen up before your flight. Taking all of the above into consideration, you can usually make it to Kilimanjaro airport on time for an evening flight from about 6pm.
From a safety point of view, however, departing the same day you finish your climb is not recommendable. This is because when you suffer from moderate altitude sickness, you should always get a medical check at the local hospital before continuing your journey, even if your symptoms have improved. If you are scheduled to depart on the same day, you might be tempted to skip such a potentially vital check-up, at the risk of your own safety.
When joining an open group, your tour usually includes one more night of accommodation after your climb. This also gives you the opportunity to celebrate your climb with your group and new friends – a very special occasion that you may not want to miss.
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