Nepal Tourism Statistics: 865,920 International Visitors in the First Nine Months of 2026
Nepal continues to welcome travelers from around the world for trekking, mountaineering, cultural experiences, pilgrimage, wildlife, adventure activities, and holidays.
According to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), Nepal recorded 88,248 international visitor arrivals in September 2026. With the addition of September's arrivals, the total number of international visitors recorded during the first nine months of 2026 reached 865,920.
International Visitor Arrivals in September 2026
September 2026 recorded a total of 88,248 international visitor arrivals to Nepal.
The top 10 tourist-generating markets during the month were:
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India – 17,425
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China – 11,212
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United States of America – 8,299
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Sri Lanka – 7,108
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Australia – 4,842
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Bangladesh – 3,964
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United Kingdom – 3,725
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Japan – 2,066
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Germany – 1,974
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Israel – 1,957
These figures show the continued contribution of both neighboring countries and international long-haul markets to Nepal's tourism sector.
Total Tourist Arrivals in Nepal Through September 2026
From January through September 2026, Nepal recorded a total of:
865,920 International Tourist Arrivals
This total represents the combined international visitor arrivals recorded during the first nine months of 2026.
The monthly figures provide a useful overview of international tourism activity in Nepal and the continued interest in the country as a destination for trekking, hiking, mountaineering, cultural travel, and other tourism experiences.
Why Nepal Attracts International Travelers
Nepal is internationally recognized for its Himalayan landscapes and trekking routes, including destinations such as Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp, the Annapurna region, Manaslu, Langtang, and other mountain areas.
Beyond trekking, visitors travel to Nepal to experience its historic cities, temples and monasteries, local communities, traditional culture, wildlife, adventure activities, and diverse landscapes.
For trekking and hiking travelers, visitor arrival statistics also provide useful background on the level of international tourism activity in Nepal during the year.
Nepal Tourism Statistics – 2026
The September 2026 statistics are part of the monthly tourism data published by the Nepal Tourism Board.
The first nine months of 2026 recorded a combined 865,920 international tourist arrivals. The full annual figure for 2026 will be determined after the statistics for all twelve months have been published.
Official Source
The statistics presented in this blog are based on the official tourism statistics published by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB).
Official Source: Nepal Tourism Board – September 2026 International Visitor Arrivals
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For additional official tourism statistics, visit the Nepal Tourism Board's tourism statistics section.
https://trade.ntb.gov.np/downloads-cat/nepal-tourism-statistics
Data Period: January–September 2026
September 2026 Arrivals: 88,248
Total Arrivals, January–September 2026: 865,920