Tourism arrivals to the Maldives continued on an upward path in September, with 149,563 visitors recorded during the month. This represents a 12.6% increase compared to the same period last year, when arrivals stood at 132,795.
September is traditionally one of the slower months for tourism in the Maldives, as it falls within the off-peak season. Despite this, the growth trend signals resilience in the sector. The daily average in September was close to 5,000 arrivals, underscoring a stronger-than-usual performance for this time of year.
By the end of September, the Maldives had welcomed a total of 1.63 million tourists in 2025, up 9.7% compared to the same point in 2024. The country is moving closer to its annual target, with steady arrivals across all major markets.
China remains the leading source market with more than 263,000 arrivals so far this year, followed by Russia, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The mix of markets shows a balanced flow of visitors, reducing reliance on a single country.
Resorts accounted for nearly three-quarters of all stays, with guesthouses also contributing a significant 21.7%. The spread indicates that both luxury and mid-range segments of the industry are seeing healthy activity.
The September performance demonstrates the ability of Maldives tourism to maintain growth even in traditionally quieter months. With the peak season approaching, the industry is expected to build further momentum heading into the final quarter of the year.
