Sri Lanka’s tourism industry recorded an improvement in visitor arrivals during October 2026, welcoming 168,625 international tourists, according to figures released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

The result represents a 2.1% increase compared with October 2025, when the country received 165,193 visitors. India remained the leading source market, contributing 62,211 arrivals, followed by the United Kingdom and China.

Total tourist arrivals for the first ten months of 2026 reached approximately 1.86 million, reflecting the continued importance of international travel to Sri Lanka’s economy.

With the winter travel season approaching, improved air connectivity and sustained interest from established tourism markets remain important factors in supporting visitor demand.

The latest figures highlight Sri Lanka’s position as a destination for leisure travel, cultural exploration and international tourism.

Source: https://sltda.gov.lk/si/monthly-tourist-arrivals-reports-2026

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