According to the latest data unveiled by the Bali Central Bureau of Statistics on the 1st of July 2024, the influx of foreign tourists reached 544,601 visits during May 2024.
This signifies an increase of +8.23% compared to April 2024.
For a comprehensive breakdown of these figures, please refer to the enlightening comparison presented below:
Exploring Foreign Tourist Visits to Bali: An Analysis of the 2023 Stats
Overall in 2023, a number of 5,273,258 foreign visitors deliberately chose Bali as their ultimate destination.
Visitor Highlights in 2023:
The average number of foreign visitors per month is approximately 439,438 visitors.
The minimum number of visitors in a month was 323,623 (February 2023).
The maximum number of visitors in a month was 541,353 (July 2023).
High Season: July 2023 saw a high number of visitors, indicating that this month might be part of the high tourist season for Bali.
Dips: There’s a noticeable dip in visits in November 2023. The reason for November’s decline requires further investigation.
2023 Overview:
In the year 2023, Bali played host to 5,273,258 international visitors, representing a +144.61% increase compared to the 2022 period.
This underscores Bali’s resilient tourism rebound and its enduring magnetism on the global stage.
2024 Analysis of the Foreign Tourist Visits to Bali
For the first 5 months of this year, from January to May 2024, Bali welcomed 2,392,336 foreign tourists, marking a significant increase of +27.46% compared to the corresponding period in the previous year.Â
Analyzing the monthly data, we find that the average growth rate for foreign tourists in 2024 stands at +29.66%.Â
On average, every month more than 478,000 foreigners visited Bali in the 2024 period.
Countries Contributing the Most Tourists to Bali in May 2024
Bali experienced an increase in visitors during the month of May 2024, as reported by BPS.
We saw travelers from Australia, India, China, United Kingdom, France, United States, Malaysia, South Korea, Germany, and Singapore flocking this captivating island, creating a vibrant tapestry of global travelers.
A Glimpse into May 2024’s Tourism Figures:
- India and Singapore exhibited the highest growth rates in May 2024, with increases of +50.23% and +51.19%, respectively.
- China experienced a decline of -9.53%.
- Australia still holds the largest market share of foreign tourists to Bali in May 2024 at 23.74%.
In summary, these observations offer a glimpse into the changing dynamics of Bali’s tourism landscape.
Top 10 Countries Contributing the Most Tourists to Bali in May 2024
The Statistical Report released by the Central Bureau of Statistics sheds light on the key contributors to Bali’s bustling tourism scene in May 2024.Â
Analyzing the data reveals the top ten countries that generated the highest influx of foreign tourists during this period.
| No | Country | May 2024 | Apr 2024 | Change | Shares (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 129,287 | 117,508 | +10.02% | 23.74% |
| 2 | India | 66,400 | 44,198 | +50.23% | 12.19% |
| 3 | China | 31,767 | 35,114 | -9.53% | 5.83% |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 26,757 | 24,785 | +7.96% | 4.91% |
| 5 | France | 26,453 | 26,361 | +0.35% | 4.86% |
| 6 | United States | 24,326 | 21,533 | +12.97% | 4.47% |
| 7 | Malaysia | 24,326 | 17,984 | +35.26% | 4.47% |
| 8 | South Korea | 21,769 | 20,085 | +8.38% | 4.00% |
| 9 | Germany | 20,736 | 17,737 | +16.91% | 3.81% |
| 10 | Singapore | 20,243 | 13,389 | +51.19% | 3.72% |
| 11 | Other | 152,537 | 164,500 | -7.27% | 28.01% |
| TOTAL | 544,601 | 503,194 | +8.23% | 100% | |
1. Australia
In May 2024, Australia had 129,287 visits, which is a +10.02% increase from April 2024’s 117,508 visits. Australia’s market share for May 2024 is 23.74%, and the cumulative visit data from January to May 2024 is 570,449.
2. India
India showed a substantial increase in visits from 44,198 in April 2024 to 66,400 in May 2024, marking a +50.23% growth. With a market share of 12.19% in May 2024 and cumulative visits totaling 218,629 from January to May 2024.
3. China
China experienced a slight decline of -9.53% in visits, dropping from 35,114 in April 2024 to 31,767 in May 2024. Despite this, China held a market share of 5.83% in May 2024, with cumulative visits reaching 188,251 from January to May 2024.
4. United Kingdom
The United Kingdom saw an increase in visits from 24,785 in April 2024 to 26,757 in May 2024, reflecting a +7.96% growth. Holding a market share of 4.91% in May 2024 and with cumulative visits of 114,472 from January to May 2024.
5. France
France’s visit numbers remained relatively stable with a slight increase of +0.35%, from 26,361 in April 2024 to 26,453 in May 2024. France had a market share of 4.86% in May 2024 and cumulative visits of 88,118 from January to May 2024.
6. United States
The United States had a +12.97% increase in visits, rising from 21,533 in April 2024 to 24,326 in May 2024. With a market share of 4.47% in May 2024 and cumulative visits amounting to 102,988 from January to May 2024.
7. Malaysia
Malaysia experienced significant growth, with visits increasing by +35.26%, from 17,984 in April 2024 to 24,326 in May 2024. Malaysia also had a market share of 4.47% in May 2024 and cumulative visits totaling 97,502 from January to May 2024.
8. South Korea
South Korea saw an +8.38% increase in visits, from 20,085 in April 2024 to 21,769 in May 2024. With a market share of 4.00% in May 2024 and cumulative visits of 104,195 from January to May 2024.
9. Germany
Germany had a +16.91% increase in visits, from 17,737 in April 2024 to 20,736 in May 2024. Germany’s market share for May 2024 was 3.81%, and the cumulative visits were 77,694 from January to May 2024.
10. Singapore
Singapore showed the highest growth rate of +51.19%, with visits increasing from 13,389 in April 2024 to 20,243 in May 2024. With a market share of 3.72% in May 2024 and cumulative visits reaching 80,905 from January to May 2024.
Conclusion
After reading this data-driven article from us, we hope you can unlock Bali’s vast tourism potential and ignite your passion for investing in property on the island.
Explore the possibilities, seize the moment, and embark on a rewarding journey of property investment in Bali.
References:
Data taken from Bali Central Bureau Statistics
