Nepal records 2.3pc rise in July tourist arrivals despite monsoon season
Summary
Nepal received 71,775 international visitors in July, a 2.3% year-on-year rise despite the monsoon season, according to the Nepal Tourism Board. India remained the top source market, followed by China, the United States, Bangladesh and the United Kingdom.
Key Points
- Nepal welcomed 71,775 international visitors in July 2026, up 2.3% from 70,193 in the same month last year.
- The Nepal Tourism Board said the growth came despite the monsoon season.
- India was Nepal’s largest source market with 23,490 visitors, followed by China with 11,099 and the United States with 7,754.
- South Asia accounted for the largest share of arrivals at 41.5%, while Europe and the Americas also contributed notable shares.
