Nepal Sees 12.1% Increase in Foreign Tourist Arrivals in September 2026, Driven by Asian Market
Summary
Nepal recorded 88,248 foreign tourist arrivals in September 2026, up 12.1% from a year earlier, driven mainly by strong growth from Asian markets. Arrivals from China, India and other South Asian countries rose sharply, while visitors from Europe, the Americas and Oceania declined.
Key Points
- Nepal received 88,248 international tourists in September 2026, a 12.1% increase from September 2025.
- The South Asian market led arrivals, with India contributing 17,425 visitors and SAARC arrivals rising 23.9%.
- Tourism from other Asian countries surged 58%, with China alone sending 11,212 visitors, more than double last year.
- Arrivals from Europe, the Americas and Oceania fell, while the Middle East and Africa posted modest growth.
