Foreign tourist arrivals in Nepal rise 12.1 percent in September
Summary
Foreign tourist arrivals in Nepal rose 12.1 percent year-on-year in September 2026, reaching 88,248 visitors. Arrivals from South Asia and China increased strongly, while Europe, Oceania and the United States saw declines.
Key Points
- Foreign tourist arrivals in Nepal increased 12.1 percent year-on-year in September 2026 to 88,248, according to the Nepal Tourism Board.
- South Asia remained the largest source market, led by India with 17,425 visitors, followed by Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Pakistan.
- Arrivals from China jumped more than 58 percent to 11,212, while Europe and Oceania recorded declines.
- Visitor numbers from the United States also fell, while arrivals from the Middle East and Africa rose modestly.
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