KATHMANDU: Nepal witnessed a substantial surge in tourists’ arrival, witnessing a remarkable 28.9% increase in March alone.

According to recent data released by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), arrivals have soared by 28,741 compared to the same period last year.

In March 2024, Nepal welcomed 128,167 tourists, contrasting sharply with the 99,426 visitors in March 2023.

Notably, Indian tourists dominate this surge, constituting the majority with 30,698 arrivals during this period. Chinese tourists follow with 12,093 arrivals.

The trend extends beyond March, with 272,755 foreign tourists entering Nepal in the initial three months of 2024, marking a substantial increase of 33.78% compared to the same period in 2023.

Regionally, Asia (SAARC) contributed 40,777 visitors, while Asia (others) witnessed 28,648 arrivals.

Europe followed closely with 27,582 tourists, and Oceania contributed 4,780 visitors.

Additionally, 12,664 tourists from Canada and America explored the beauty of Nepal during this period.