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Hijrah Hikers · 2026/27 SeasonCome for Umrah.
Come for Umrah.
Hike the Hijrah.
A supported, small-group journey between Makkah and Madinah
Hike sections of the historic route, engage with the Seerah, experience desert companionship and make time for worship and reflection.
Most groups are limited to approximately 24 participants. Our aim is to schedule Jumu‘ah in both Makkah and Madinah; final arrangements depend on the confirmed itinerary.
The Journey at a Glance
From Makkah, through the desert, to Madinah.
A land programme shaped around worship, walking and the story of the Hijrah.
Makkah
3 nights
Umrah, preparation and the sacred sites. On standard programmes.
Desert
3 or 5 nights
Guided walking, camping, route support and reflections.
Madinah
2 nights
Completion of the journey, worship and time with the community.
Typical land packages include accommodation in the sacred cities, desert camp arrangements, specified meals on the route, local guides, ground transport and support vehicles, plus programme preparation. Exact inclusions differ by departure; flights, Saudi visa, insurance and personal spending are generally excluded.
What Sets Us Apart
WHY HIJRAH HIKERS?
Seerah through movement
Experience the landscapes that help illuminate the story.
Supported hiking
Local expertise, group leaders and practical logistics.
Designed around worship
Journey dates planned around Jumah in Makkah and Madinah
Individuals & organisations
Join an open departure or explore a private partner window.
2026/27 Season
FOUR PROGRAMMES
10–18 December 2026 · Land package
Hijrah Hikers with Imam Zakarya
An eight-night journey combining Umrah, guided desert walking, Seerah reflection and Madinah.
24–31 December 2026 · Land package
Muslim Writers’ Salon
A distinctive small-group journey combining the physical Hijrah route with reflection, conversation and the written word.
January 2027 · Two 10-night batches
Women’s Hijrah Hikes with Shaiba Akbari — https://bustan.online/
Two women-focused 10-night programmes. Both follow the established Makkah–desert–Madinah format with the support and community focus of Hijrah Hikers.
Batch A — 7–17 January 2027 · USD 3,250Enquire About 7–17 January
Batch B — 21–31 January 2027 · USD 3,250Enquire About 21–31 January
How to Book This Season1 2 3 4
Four simple steps.
Register
Register interest and identify the relevant departure.
Welcome Pack
Receive the welcome pack and confirm eligibility, suitability and current availability.
Confirm
Normally 25% initial, 50% second and 25% final payment, or payment in full. Deadlines depend on the departure and date of booking.
Onboarding
Medical/fitness information, emergency contacts, insurance and visa documentation as required.
An Expression of Interest is not a booking. Places are confirmed only once HGF’s commercial operator accepts the booking, the applicable terms are agreed and payment is received.
2027–2028
SIX PARTNER WINDOWS
We are intentionally limiting the next winter season to six partner departure windows. Each will normally be allocated to one principal mosque, charity, university, community group or organisational partner. Groups typically run at a manageable scale, up to approximately 24 participants.
| Window | 10-night option | 8-night option |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3–13 November 2027 | 4–12 November 2027 |
| 2 | 17–27 November 2027 | 18–26 November 2027 |
| 3 | 1–11 December 2027 | 2–10 December 2027 |
| 4 | 15–25 December 2027 | 16–24 December 2027 |
| 5 | 29 December 2027–8 January 2028 | 30 December 2027–7 January 2028 |
| 6 | 12–22 January 2028 | 13–21 January 2028 |
Eight-night trips generally include three nights Makkah, three nights desert and two nights Madinah.
Ten-night trips generally include three nights Makkah, five nights desert and two nights Madinah.
All proposed options are designed to include Jumu‘ah in both Makkah and Madinah, subject to final itinerary and operational confirmation.
For Organisations
Bring your organisation
Planning a journey for an ISOC, mosque, charity, alumni network or community? Register your interest in one of the six windows. We can discuss group suitability, itinerary, pricing, hosting responsibilities and the steps towards reserving a departure.
Enquire as an OrganisationShort FAQs
HIJRAH HIKERS QUESTIONS
Previous desert hiking experience is not essential, but you should be comfortable walking for sustained periods. Suitability, preparation and fitness guidance will be shared before booking.
Exact inclusions differ by departure; flights, Saudi visa, insurance and personal spending are generally excluded.
Yes. Register your interest as an individual, or enquire about a supported group journey for your organisation.
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Register Your Interest
Tell us which departure interests you and we will share the next steps.
Register InterestRegistering interest does not guarantee selection. Many programmes are capacity limited and selective. This is deliberate.