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Wheelchair users can perform all Hajj rituals with appropriate accommodations. Masjid al-Haram has wheelchair lanes for tawaf, elevators for sa'i, and accessible washrooms. The Jamarat bridge has wheelchair-accessible levels. Key arrangements: hire an experienced wheelchair attendant, use designated wheelchair paths, pre-arrange accessible transportation, and select wheelchair-friendly accommodation.
Contact your Hajj operator well in advance about wheelchair accessibility at every stage: airport, hotel, transport between sites, accessible tent in Mina, and wheelchair paths at ritual locations. Bring your own lightweight wheelchair as backup.
The ground floor has a designated wheelchair area but can be crowded. The upper floors (accessible by elevator) are often recommended. Hire an experienced wheelchair attendant (100-200 SAR per session). The tawaf is fully valid on a wheelchair.
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Scholarly references supporting this guidance from established Islamic sources.
The sa'i corridor upper floor is specifically designed for wheelchair access. Elevators connect to this level. The surface is smooth and wheelchair-friendly. There is no jogging requirement for wheelchair users.
The Jamarat bridge has levels designated for wheelchair access with gentler ramps. Coordinate with your operator for the designated level and least crowded times. Alternatively, appoint a proxy for safety.
Discuss accessible tent placement in Mina. At Arafat, ensure flat terrain near your tent. Muzdalifah presents the biggest challenge (open ground) — position on flat terrain near the road. Leave Muzdalifah after midnight (concession for those with difficulty).
Carry a comprehensive medical card. Know the location of medical stations. Keep your phone charged. The Saudi Red Crescent has wheelchair-accessible ambulances. Inform your group leader of your location at all times.