A taxi from Makkah Haram-area hotels to the Al-Hada and Shafa mountain resorts of Taif is about 85 km and takes roughly 75 minutes. The fare is fixed, confirmed on WhatsApp available 24/7, ideal as a day trip or resort-hotel transfer.
- Distance
- ~85 km
- Time
- ~75 min
- Fare
- On WhatsApp
- Route
- Al-Hada mountain road
- Makkah Hotels
- ~85 km~1h 15mPrivate car & chauffeur
- Taif Al-Hada & Shafa Resorts
Choose the Right Vehicle for Your Group
* All fares are fixed with zero surge pricing — confirmed on WhatsApp or email prior to dispatch.
Clear QuoteExecutive Sedan
Latest Toyota Camry / Ford — 2025–26 models
Clear QuoteFamily SUV
GMC Yukon / Suburban — spacious & premium
Clear QuoteLuxury VIP
Mercedes S-Class / Lexus — subject to route
Clear QuoteGroup Van
Hyundai Staria — comfortable for groups
Makkah Hotels to Taif Al-Hada & Shafa Resorts: Route Details & Tips
Clear, All-Inclusive Pricing
Your fare is confirmed with you on WhatsApp before booking. No hidden fees, no surge pricing, tolls and taxes included.
Meet & Greet Service
Your driver will wait at the pickup location holding a name sign with your name on it.
English & Arabic-Speaking Drivers
Drivers in our partner network speak English and Arabic, and trips run 24 hours a day.
Makkah Hotels to Taif Al-Hada & Shafa Resorts FAQs
How far are the Taif resorts from Makkah hotels?
About 85 km — roughly a 75-minute drive on the Al-Hada mountain road, from the Makkah Haram area up to the resort hotels of Al-Hada and Shafa in Taif.
How much is a taxi from Makkah to Taif resorts?
The fare is fixed, confirmed on WhatsApp for a sedan, with SUVs recommended for the mountain road and extra luggage. Confirmed before booking, no surge, tolls included.
Can we stop at the rose distilleries?
Yes — this route is popular as a day trip that includes a stop at the Taif rose distilleries and gardens. Mention it when booking so the driver plans the stop into your day.
Is this a good day trip from Makkah?
Yes. Taif's cooler mountain climate, the Al-Hada cable car, and the rose season (spring) make it a popular half-day or full-day escape from Makkah — book a return trip or hourly hire if you want the driver to wait.
Plan the rest of your Makkah trip
Makkah Hotels to Taif Al-Hada & Shafa Resorts is one leg. These pages cover the others.
- Private transportation in MakkahAll Makkah services, vehicles and routes in one place
- Hire a private driver in MakkahHourly or full-day hire
- Makkah Ziyarat by private carSites visited by car with waiting time
- Vehicle categories for your group sizeSedan, SUV, Staria, van, coaster
- Other intercity transfersAll routes between Saudi cities
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Pickup
Makkah Hotels
Dropoff
Taif Al-Hada & Shafa Resorts
Free cancellation up to 24h before pickup