Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have continued to grow steadily in the lead-up to the high season, with the country welcoming 1.79 million visitors as of 25 October 2025. According to the Ministry of Tourism and Environment’s latest statistics, this represents a 10.1 percent increase compared to the same period last year, underscoring a strong year for the country’s tourism industry.
October arrivals have already reached 153,800, a 14.4 percent rise from the same period in 2024. With the peak season typically beginning in November and continuing through March, the upward momentum suggests that 2025 could close with record-breaking numbers.
Resorts continue to dominate the accommodation landscape, accounting for nearly 74 percent of all arrivals, followed by guesthouses at 21.5 percent. The sector now boasts an operational capacity of almost 67,000 beds across 1,296 facilities, including 183 resorts, 933 guesthouses, 16 hotels, and 164 safari vessels.
China remains the Maldives’ top tourism source market, contributing over 290,000 visitors, or 16.2 percent of total arrivals. Russia ranks second with 221,000 tourists, followed by the United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy. These traditional European and Asian markets continue to provide a stable foundation for the industry, although there is growing interest from newer markets in Eastern Europe and the Middle East.
The consistent growth in arrivals reflects both sustained demand and improved air connectivity, with additional flights and new routes launched in recent months. As the high season approaches, tourism operators anticipate a surge in occupancy rates across resorts and guesthouses, particularly with Christmas and New Year holidays drawing near.
If current trends persist, the Maldives could surpass the 2 million tourist arrival mark by year-end, further solidifying its status as one of the world’s leading island destinations.
