Islam
Submission.
The foundation of purpose and action.
Hijrah Group
Islam. Iman. Ihsan.
Purposeful journeys. Leadership through service.
Hijrah Group creates experiences that combine physical challenge, sacred history and meaningful service. From hiking in the footsteps of the Hijrah to developing the next generation of community changemakers, our programmes turn intention into action.
Two flagship projects. One shared commitment to personal growth and community impact.
ScrollOur philosophyإسلام إيمان إحسان
From Intention to Impact.
We believe meaningful growth demands more than good intentions. It asks us to serve and carry responsibility. Our work is grounded in three principles:
Iman
Faith.
The conviction to persevere when the journey becomes difficult.
Ihsan
Excellence.
Striving to worship and serve with sincerity and care.
What We Offer
OUR TWO PROGRAMMES
Individuals, friends, community groups, mosques and partner organisations.
Hijrah Hikers — Come for Umrah. Hike the Hijrah.
Experience a supported journey from Makkah towards Madinah, inspired by the migration of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Smaller groups, meaningful Seerah reflections, desert hiking, guided Umrah and time in both sacred cities.
Explore Hijrah HikersIndividuals and community organisations, including university Islamic societies.
ISOC Challenge™ — 313 Changemakers
Fundraise with purpose. Learn to lead. Help shape lasting impact. Our challenge brings together 313 students, professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders to support scholarships, refugee resilience and community institutions while developing their own leadership.
Explore ISOC ChallengeSaudi 3 Peaks
Challenge™
Three mountains. Three chapters of the Seerah.
A physical reminder that faith calls for effort.
The Saudi 3 Peaks Challenge™ is a key experience within eligible HGF programmes and may be included in selected Hijrah Hikers packages.
Mount Noor
The first revelation at the Cave of Hira.
Mount Thawr
The refuge of the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr during the Hijrah.
Mount Uhud
Courage, sacrifice and lessons from the Battle of Uhud.
About the founder
Aktar Hussain
Founder, Hijrah Group
Aktar is an economist and social entrepreneur with a background spanning banking, economic analysis and public service. His work now focuses on purposeful travel, leadership development and community-led projects.
A graduate of Greensville Institute’s Micro Madrasa Programme, a former ISOC secretary and mosque treasurer, and a Lake District trainee walking guide who has completed the UK Three Peaks Challenge, Aktar brings together analytical planning and a belief in learning through lived experience.
Hijrah Group began with a simple conviction: some lessons are best learned not only in classrooms, but through movement, companionship and service.
Your first step takes less than a minute.
Register Your
Interest
Whether you are a student, professional, university, or organisation — the first step is to register interest. We will route you to the programme that matches your stage, capacity, and readiness.
1Choose
Tell us whether you are interested in Hijrah Hikers or the ISOC Challenge.
2Share
Leave your name and contact details, plus the programme or dates that interest you.
3Hear From Us
Receive the relevant information and next steps. If you are ready to proceed, we will guide you through the appropriate application or booking process.
Registering interest does not guarantee selection. Many programmes are capacity limited and selective.