Nepal Tourism Statistic 2024
Nepal's tourism industry experienced a remarkable rebound in 2024, with international visitor arrivals reaching 1,147,567—a significant 13.1% increase compared to 2023. This figure represents 96% of pre-pandemic levels, marking a strong recovery for the sector. Growth by Regions: South Asia : Visitor arrivals from SAARC countries totalled 417,845, reflecting a 5.9% growth. Notably, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka recorded substantial increases of 33.9%, 42%, and 38.3%, respectively. However, arrivals from India, Nepal’s largest source market, saw a slight dip of 0.7%, totalling 317,772 visitors. China and East Asia : Chinese arrivals surged by an impressive 67.3% to 101,879. Other East Asian countries also contributed to the growth, with visitors from Thailand, Japan, and South Korea increasing by 19.7%, 38%, and 14%, respectively. Europe : European markets showed consistent growth, with total arrivals reaching 206,841—a 10.4% increase. The UK led with 57,554 visitors (up 8.9%)...