7 Days Everest Base Camp Trek

Why 7 Days Everest Base Camp Trek?

There are many convincing reasons that make you choose the 7-Day Everest Base Camp Trek, and they are discussed below:

• The 7-Day Everest Base Camp Trek is the quickest or the shortest package to complete the Everest Base Camp Trek.
• If you want to explore the Everest region on foot but have a very short vacation, this trek is the perfect option for you.
• The Helicopter return from Base Camp to Lukla will add an element of luxury to your trekking experience.
• This trek will allow you to witness both the aerial as well as the panoramic views of the Everest region.
• The quick descent to Lukla from Everest Base Camp reduces the chances of acute mountain sickness.
• Trekking for around seven days in the Everest region will allow you to explore the unique Sherpa culture and traditions.
• Moreover, experiencing Everest on foot will give you a sense of accomplishment that you will cherish forever.

Risks of Altitude Sickness in Short EBC Trek

Choosing the 7-Day Everest Base Camp Trek has a very high risk of catching altitude sickness compared to the other classic 15-day Everest Base Camp Trek. Continuous elevation gain will occur during this short EBC Trek, and you will not have the spare days to acclimate your body. Since there are no acclimatization days in your itinerary, you’re very likely to suffer from altitude sickness. You need to prepare yourself physically as well as mentally for this trek. Also, if you’re a beginner planning to hike the Everest Base Camp, this trek should not be your preferred choice as there will be two acclimatization days in your itinerary in the other 14 days trek.

You will start experiencing symptoms such as Headache, Nausea, Weakness, Shortness of breath, Fatigue, Dizziness, Loss of Appetite, etc. It is very important to take preventive measures immediately if you experience these symptoms.  You should follow a few protocols strictly to prevent acute mountain sickness. Giving proper rest to your body is key so that your body adapts well to high altitude. Another significant rule to follow while trekking to EBC is trekking at a gentle pace. Moreover, you should strictly avoid drinking alcoholic beverages to ensure a safe trek.

How to Train for the Trek?

Your physical strength will determine how easily you will complete the challenging seven-day Everest Base Camp trek. Trekking for around 65 kilometers in seven days needs good physical strength. You must improve your cardiovascular endurance to ensure a successful seven-day Everest Base Camp Trek. You should start your preparation at least 3 months prior to this trek. Performing aerobic training will help your body function well on less oxygen, which is essential in the Mount Everest Trek.

Going on a practice hike is another crucial preparation for the Everest Base Camp Trek. This helps you understand the challenges you will encounter in the Everest region trails. Keeping your body hydrated and consuming a nutritious meal is another boosting factor to improve your body’s physique. Here are a few training tips for the Short 7-Days Everest Base Camp Trek.

• Train in environments or conditions as close as the Everest Base Camp Trek.
• Get the quality gear and start practicing hiking or working out with it.
• Do cardio workouts at least 4-5 times a week.
• Give proper rest to your body after your workouts.
• Consume nutritious meals.
• Learn a few stretches to limber up before and after the day’s workout.

Best Time for a 7-Day Everest Base Camp Trek

Many trekkers come from different parts of the world to make short treks to Everest base camp. It becomes very important to know the precise time for trekking in these regions. In this kind of short trek, trekkers have a very short amount of time and a lot to explore and see. For that reason, the Trek period should be chosen at the exact time. The optimal periods for short Everest base camp treks are spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). These months offer the best combination of clear weather, moderate temperatures, and stunning mountain views. In these months, the days are warm while the nights are chilly, and good weather makes it perfect for trekking.

Many trekkers also choose to experience snowfall during the winter, but most of them avoid going in the winter due to low temperatures and more unpredictable weather. As for the summer/monsoon season, the desired adventure will not be achieved. You will have to face a lot of hindrances in this season because it rains frequently, and the paths will be wet, muddy, and moist. In addition to that, operating the helicopter service under difficult circumstances is risky. So we don’t recommend even short treks this season.

Food and Accommodation

This short trek to EBC includes a stay at several beautiful hotels and lodges that provide traditional Nepalese hospitality, coupled with delicious cuisine and comfortable sleeping quarters to give guests an unforgettable experience. At these hotels, you will find different choices of food items. The hotels provide local food items and also international cuisines like Continental, Indian, Italian, Chinese, and many more. Every night, you’ll enjoy traditional Nepalese cuisine cooked with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

On this short trek to EBC, trekkers stay in standard tea houses and eat local cuisine. Breakfast options include bread, jam, several types of eggs, tortillas, cookies, and more. Fried rice, Chowmein, Macaroni, Dumplings, soup noodles, and other dishes are available for lunch and dinner. In these lodges, beverage items are also served, including Tea, Coffee, juice, and Energy Drinks.

Accommodation facilities are pretty good in these lodges. The rooms are provided to trekkers on a sharing basis. These rooms include a table, two beds, pillows, and a blanket. Only a few locations have attached restrooms and toilets. These lodges are clean and worth the price you pay. However, you must add extra charges for facilities like Wi-fi, showering, and Charging electronic devices.

Elevation Gain in Short EBC Trek

A Typical Day During the Short EBC Trek

Your day at Everest Base Camp Trek begins at the place where you stayed. In the first hour of the day, you will be provided with breakfast, which is the first meal of the day. You will then have a short briefing session with your guide or tour operator. Your guide or the tour operator will brief you on all the details about today’s hike and notify you to get ready for the trek. Your trek will begin shortly after the session, and you will be walking across the Everest region trails, witnessing the diverse flora and fauna of Sagarmatha National Park.

Your Lunch for the day will be at the Tea Houses or a small hotel on the way. You will have a short stop for lunch, and depending on the total distance left to be covered, you might also get some time to rest. Your guide will be briefing you about the popular spots you come across while trekking towards the Everest Base Camp. Your Dinner for the day will be at your accommodation. After reaching the place of your stay, you can rest for a while waiting for your dinner or spend time interacting with the locals.

Short Everest Base Camp Trek Route

The Short 7-day trek to Everest Base Camp follows the same route as the classic 15-day or 9-day Premium Everest Base Camp Trek. The Trek begins at Lukla and ends at Everest Base Camp, but you’ll cover some extra distance and skip the acclimatization days. It will be one of the most challenging adventures ever. You will be trekking around 65 kilometers in 7 days. Your trek begins very early when you fly to Lukla from Kathmandu and Trek to Phakding on the same day. Your second day of Hike will head you towards the Namche Bazaar and spend the night in the bustling town of Namche.

You will take a leap on your third as you will cross Tenboche and reach Debuche for your stay. You will trek to Dengboche and Lobuche for your stay on your fifth and Sixth days. Finally, You will trek to Everest Base Camp on your sixth day and return back to Gorakshep for your stay. On your final day of the trek, you will be trekking to the vantage point Kalapatthar to witness the panoramic view of Mount Everest and fly back to Kathmandu via Helicopter.

Permits for the EBC Trek

For the Everest Base Camp Trek, you will need two permits: the Sagarmatha National Park Permit and the Khumbu Rular National Park Permit. You can get the Sagarmatha National Park permits from the Nepal Tourism Board Office in Kathmandu or at the entrance point in Lukla. However, you can only get the Khumbu Rular National Park permit at the entrance point in Lukla. Moreover, children below 10 years old do not need permits to visit the Sagarmatha National Park.