Nepal Sees Significant Tourist Influx in May 2026
Summary
In May 2026, Nepal welcomed over 102,600 international tourists, marking a 19% increase from the previous year and a 31% rise compared to 2019, with most visitors coming from India and the South Asian region.
Key Points
- More than 102,600 international tourists visited Nepal in May 2026.
- Tourist arrivals increased by 19% compared to May 2025.
- There was a 31% increase in tourist numbers compared to May 2019, indicating recovery post-COVID-19.
- India is the largest source of tourists, followed by China and the USA, with 47.2% of tourists coming from the SAARC region.
