Nepal welcomed over 1.14 Million foreign tourists in 2024
Nepal attracted 1.14 million foreign tourists in 2024, marking the highest annual figure since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). On average, 3,000 tourists arrived daily, resulting in a 14% increase compared to 2023.
Top 10 Countries Contributing to Nepal’s Tourism in 2024:
- India: 19,915
- United States of America (USA): 10,981
- China: 9,458 (8.3%)
- United Kingdom (UK): 6,611
- Bangladesh: 5,148
- Australia: 4,829
- Thailand: 4,462
- Sri Lanka: 4,395
- Germany: 3,926
- France: 3,841
Major events like the Nepal Premier League, Global Buddhist Summit, and International Balloon Festival significantly boosted arrivals. Pre-pandemic, Nepal hosted 1.197 million tourists in 2019.
The United Nations World Tourism Organisation reports that Nepal’s tourism sector has recovered 96% of its pre-pandemic levels, signaling a strong post-COVID revival.
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