Hajj : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Will
there be any religious guidance during the pilgrimage? Back to top
Yes, groups will be accompanied by guides (male
& female) who have experience in performing
hajj. Also, for specific religious guidance and
lectures, we have arranged for an Imaam to accompany
each group - Dr Rashid Zia (Imaam at Hayes Mosque)
and Dr Mohammed Elsharkawy (Chairmain of ArRahman
Academy - Previously head Imaam at Regents Park
Mosque for 12 years)
What
type of Hajj will we be performing? Back to top
Inshallah we will be performed according to the
Sunnah of the Prophet Mohammed (SAW). There will
be the chance to select between Hajj Tamattu and
Hajj Qiraan.
What
is the difference between Hajj Tamattu and Hajj
Qiraan? Back to top
Tamattu - A pilgrim
enters the state of Ihraam with theintention of
performing Umrah only. After the completion of
Umrah, this Ihraam is removed and another state
of Ihraam is adopted before 8th Dhul Hijjah with
the intention of performing Hajj.
Qiraan - A pilgrim
enters the state of Ihraam with the intention
of performing Umrah & Hajj. On reaching Makkah,
a pilgrim first performs Umrah and then performs
Hajj in a single state of Ihraam
What
happens about arranging a Qurbani (Sacrifice)? Back to top
This is all part of the package. A Qurbani will
be carried out on your behalf.
What
happens to our suitcases during Hajj days? Back to top
Luggage is stored safely at your hotel in Makkah
Will
I have to pay for food / meals? Back to top
Whilst in the hotels, your are covered half board
within the package. In Muna & Arafat the accommodation
is full board. Any additional meals over and above
this you will have to pay for.
What
kind of clothing is recommended? Back to top
Obviously, during Hajj days you will need an
Ihraam. The weather is generally very warm all
of the time but during the winter months it can
get a little chilly at night. It is recommended
to pack at least one item of warm clothing such
as a jumper. The rest of the time you will need
cool, comfortable clothing that is easy to move
in.
How
do I arrange for the cleaning of my laundry? Back to top
This can be done through services provided by
the hotel, although there are other laundrettes
around the local areas who also offer this service,
often at a cheaper rate.
How
much money should I take with me? Back to top
Please allow for any food / laundry bills and
shopping/souveniers that you will buy during your
stay. It is recommened to take at least a couple
of hundred punds or so, but this obviously varies
from person to person. We do not recommend that
you take travellers cheques as you will not have
your passport with you at times when you may need
to cas them.
What
is the exchange rate? Back to top
Obviously this may change, but as a rough guide
it is about 6 Riyals to 1 British Pound. It is
reletively easy to exhange money at one of the
many points situated around the local areas.
Whats
the cost of an average meal? Back to top
Approx £3 or 20 Riyals
What
if I want to take Zam-Zam back to the UK with
me? Back to top
This is normal practice and can be arranged.
What
if I get Ill during my stay? Back to top
A certain amount of medical care is available,
however we advise that you take out travel insurance.
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