Tuesday
3rd Nov 2026
Dhivehi Edition
The Maldives recorded over 194,000 tourist arrivals in October 2026, marking a slight increase compared to the same period last year, according to the latest figures released by the Ministry of Tourism.
Official statistics show that a total of 194,039 visitors arrived in the country during October, reflecting a 0.9 percent rise compared to October of the previous year.
However, cumulative arrivals for the year reached 1,797,060, representing a 2.9 percent decline compared to the 1,851,429 arrivals registered during the corresponding period last year.
China remains the leading tourist market for the Maldives this year, accounting for 331,817 arrivals to date. Russia ranks as the second-largest market, contributing 256,822 arrivals over the same timeframe.
The country currently averages approximately 5,911 tourist arrivals per day. The majority of tourists stayed in resorts, with 1,304,721 holidaymakers choosing resort accommodations, while 381,605 tourists opted for guesthouses.