Zenith Hajj and Umrah

Hajj is an annual mandatory Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca for able-bodied Muslims who can afford it, while Umrah is a non-mandatory pilgrimage that can be performed at any time of the year.

Hajj takes place during the month of Dhu al-Hijjah with a specific set of prescribed rituals lasting around five to six days, whereas Umrah can be performed at any time of the year, has a shorter set of rituals, and can be completed in a few hours to a couple of days.

Umrah can be performed at any time of the year, except during the specific days of Hajj.

Women can perform Hajj or Umrah alone, but those under a certain age, usually below 45, are required to be accompanied by a male relative or a group of women.

There are no specific age restrictions, but participants must be physically and mentally capable of undertaking the pilgrimage.