Nepal Welcomes 88,248 Tourists in September, Arrivals Rise 12.1%
Summary
Nepal welcomed 88,248 international tourists in September 2026, up 12.1% year-on-year despite recent natural disasters. Strong growth from South Asian and Chinese markets offset declines from Europe, the Americas and ASEAN.
Key Points
- Nepal recorded 88,248 international tourist arrivals in September 2026, a 12.1% increase from a year earlier.
- South Asian arrivals rose 23.9%, with India remaining the largest source market at 17,425 visitors.
- Chinese arrivals more than doubled to 11,212, while Japan also posted strong growth.
- Arrivals from Europe, the Americas and ASEAN declined during the month.
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