Foreign tourists are staying longer, but spending less in Nepal
Summary
Foreign tourists in Nepal are staying longer than ever but spending less per day, raising concerns about attracting high-value visitors despite new luxury hotel investments.
Key Points
- Foreign tourists in Nepal stayed an average of 16.34 days in 2025, a record length of stay.
- Average daily spending by tourists dropped to $33.09, well below the regional average of $100-150.
- Nepal faces challenges such as air safety concerns, poor infrastructure, and political instability that deter high-spending tourists.
- Luxury hotel investments are increasing, but occupancy and spending have not met expectations due to several external and internal factors.
