Tourist Arrivals in Nepal 2026 – January to July 2026

Nepal continues to welcome travelers from around the world for trekking, mountaineering, cultural and heritage tours, pilgrimage, wildlife experiences, adventure activities, and holidays. Tourist arrival statistics provide a useful overview of international travel activity and the importance of tourism to Nepal.

This article presents the monthly international tourist arrival figures for Nepal from January through July 2026. The figures provide a snapshot of international visitor arrivals during the first seven months of the year.

The statistics presented in this article are based on the monthly tourism statistics published by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB).

Monthly Tourist Arrivals in Nepal – January to July 2026

January 2026 — 92,573 international tourist arrivals

February 2026 — 105,441 international tourist arrivals

March 2026 — 120,516 international tourist arrivals

April 2026 — 107,934 international tourist arrivals

May 2026 — 102,626 international tourist arrivals

June 2026 — 91,363 international tourist arrivals

July 2026 — 71,775 international tourist arrivals

Total January–July 2026 — 692,228 international tourist arrivals

From January through July 2026, Nepal recorded a total of 692,228 international tourist arrivals. This year-to-date total is calculated from the monthly figures published for the first seven months of 2026.

Tourist Arrival Trend in Nepal During the First Seven Months of 2026

The number of international visitors varied from month to month during the first seven months of 2026.

March recorded the highest number of tourist arrivals during this period, with 120,516 international visitors. February followed with 105,441 arrivals, while April and May recorded 107,934 and 102,626 arrivals respectively.

June recorded 91,363 international tourist arrivals, while July recorded 71,775 arrivals.

Monthly fluctuations are normal in Nepal's tourism industry. Visitor numbers can be influenced by seasonal travel patterns, weather conditions, trekking seasons, international travel demand, holidays, flight connectivity, and the monsoon season.

Tourist Arrivals and Trekking Tourism in Nepal

Tourism is an important part of Nepal's economy and supports many businesses, professionals, and local communities throughout the country.

The tourism sector includes trekking agencies, trekking guides, porters, hotels, teahouses, restaurants, transportation providers, mountain communities, cultural sites, wildlife destinations, and many other tourism-related services.

However, these figures represent international tourist arrivals to Nepal as a whole and should not be considered trekking figures alone. Visitors come to Nepal for many different reasons, including trekking, mountaineering, cultural and heritage tours, pilgrimage, wildlife, adventure activities, holidays, business, and other forms of travel.

For popular trekking destinations such as Everest, Annapurna, Langtang, Manaslu, and Mardi Himal, visitor numbers and travel patterns can vary depending on the season, weather conditions, altitude, trail conditions, accessibility, and individual travel preferences.

Tourist Arrivals and Trekking Seasons in Nepal

Nepal offers hiking and trekking opportunities in different regions throughout much of the year. The best time to visit depends on the destination, altitude, weather, and type of travel experience.

For many popular Himalayan trekking routes, spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are generally regarded as the principal trekking seasons because of favorable weather conditions and good mountain visibility.

The summer monsoon brings more rainfall to many parts of Nepal, although some areas, particularly rain-shadow destinations, can offer different trekking opportunities during this period.

Travelers should check current weather conditions, trail conditions, transportation information, permits, and local regulations before beginning a trek.

Official Source of Nepal Tourist Arrival Statistics

The primary source for the statistics presented in this article is the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB).

The Nepal Tourism Board publishes monthly Nepal Tourism Insights and other official tourism statistics through its tourism statistics section. The official NTB website lists Nepal Tourism Insights for July 2026, along with the monthly reports for June, May, April, March, February, and January 2026.

Official source:

Nepal Tourism Board – Nepal Tourism Statistics

https://trade.ntb.gov.np/downloads-cat/nepal-tourism-statistics

Readers are encouraged to refer to the official Nepal Tourism Board website for the latest published statistics and additional tourism information.

About This Information

The information in this article is provided for general informational purposes. The figures presented cover the period from January through July 2026 and are based on the published Nepal Tourism Board statistics available at the time of preparation.

Monthly tourism statistics may be updated or revised by the relevant authorities. Readers seeking the latest figures beyond July 2026 should refer directly to the Nepal Tourism Board's official tourism statistics.

Data period covered: January–July 2026

Article prepared: August 10, 2026