International visitor arrivals to Nepal rise strongly in January 2026
Summary
Nepal saw a strong increase in international visitor arrivals in January 2026, with numbers rising 15% from the previous year and surpassing pre-pandemic levels.
Key Points
- Nepal welcomed 92,573 international visitors in January 2026, marking a strong start to the year in tourism.
- Visitor arrivals increased by 15% compared to January 2025 and were 14% higher than January 2019 pre-pandemic levels.
- India was the largest source market for tourists during the month, followed by China and the United States.
- Tourism growth is attributed to improved air connectivity, marketing efforts, and global confidence in Nepal as a travel destination.
