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Nepal’s tourism capital, Pokhara, is gearing up to host its first-ever International Balloon Festival, set to take place from 24 December, 2024, to 1 January, 2025. Organised by Balloon Nepal, the event promises to coincide with the Christmas and New Year celebrations, offering a unique and vibrant attraction for both local and international tourists. Bishnu Bhakta Dhakal, Director, Balloon Nepal, expressed enthusiasm about the festival, noting that it will contribute significantly to Pokhara’s growing reputation as a hub for adventure tourism. “Pokhara is naturally rich and beautiful, and it has been steadily emerging as a sought-after destination for adventure tourism. The balloon festival will further enhance Pokhara’s aim to establish itself as a premier adventure destination on the global map,” said Dhakal. The festival will span a three-kilometer area from Lauruk to Chankhpur in the scenic Pame region of Pokhara. It is expected to feature around 30 professional ballooning companies from Nepal and various countries worldwide. Over the course of the week-long event, more than 500 professional balloon flights, along with an additional 300 non-commercial flights, are planned. These activities are aimed at promoting adventure tourism in the region and boosting Pokhara’s profile as a must-visit destination for thrill-seekers. In addition to balloon rides, the festival will host a variety of side attractions. Attendees will be able to enjoy mini balloon shows, cultural performances by both national and local artists, food stalls offering a range of local and international cuisine, and other entertainment activities designed to engage visitors of all ages. Organisers are confident that this diverse array of offerings will create an immersive and unforgettable experience for participants. Bikram Bade, Chairman, Balloon Nepal, highlighted the larger goals of the …

In a bid to promote and prioritize tourism, the Govt of Nepal has declared 2023 to 2033 as the tourism decade. Announced during Nepal’s annual budget, the tourism decade will focus on activations across the sector and closely involve private players as well.

Nepal’s tourism industry rebounds post-Covid, witnessing 3,26,528 tourist arrivals by air from January to April, with around 28% being Indians. Tourist arrivals in the country have increased a lot in the recent period, which is very positive and encouraging,” said Nandini Lahe-Thapa, Senior Director of PR and Publicity, at Nepal Tourism Board.