5 Different Types of Tawaf in Islam

1. Tawaf al-Qudum (Arrival Tawaf)

This Tawaf is performed when entering Makkah by pilgrims coming for Hajj (Qiran or Ifrad).

1. Done as a greeting to the Kaaba
2. Sunnah for Hajj pilgrims
3. Performed after entering Masjid al-Haram

👉 Not required for Umrah-only pilgrims.

2. Tawaf al-Umrah

This Tawaf is essential for Umrah.

1. First main ritual of Umrah
2. Must be completed for Umrah to be valid
3. Followed by Sa’i and hair cutting

👉 Without this Tawaf, Umrah is incomplete.

3. Tawaf al-Ifadah (Main Hajj Tawaf)

This is the most important Tawaf of Hajj.

1. Performed on or after the 10th of Dhul Hijjah
2. Also called Tawaf az-Ziyarah
3. Mandatory for completing Hajj

👉 Hajj is not complete without this Tawaf.

4. Tawaf al-Wada (Farewell Tawaf)

This Tawaf is done before leaving Makkah.

1. Mandatory for most pilgrims
2. A farewell to the Kaaba
3. No Sa’i after this Tawaf

👉 Women in menstruation are excused.

5. Nafl (Voluntary) Tawaf

This Tawaf is performed anytime, without Hajj or Umrah.

1. Can be done as extra worship
2. No Ihram required
3. Can be done multiple times

👉 A beautiful way to earn extra reward while in Makkah.

Important Points to Remember

1. Every Tawaf has 7 rounds
2. Tawaf is done anti-clockwise
3. Always keep the Kaaba on your left side
4. Tawaf must be done outside the Shadharawan

Final Words

Understanding the different types of Tawaf helps pilgrims perform their worship correctly and confidently. Whether it is Umrah, Hajj, or voluntary worship, Tawaf connects the heart directly to Allah at the holiest place on earth.