Bali’s Tourism Statistics: Visitors to Bali 2025

According to the latest data unveiled by the Bali Central Bureau of Statistics on 1st of July 2025, the influx of foreign tourists reached 602,213 visits during May 2025.

This figure shows an increase of +1.86% compared to April 2025.

For a comprehensive breakdown of these figures, please refer to the enlightening comparison presented below:

In May 2025, Bali recorded 602,213 foreign tourist arrivals, a slight increase of +1.86% compared to April 2025 (591,221 visits).

Year-on-year, this marks a +10.58% increase from May 2024 (544,601 visits).

From January to May 2025, the cumulative number of foreign tourists reached 2,644,879, growing by +13.65% compared to the same period in 2024 (2,392,336 visits).

The monthly average from January to May 2025 was 528,976 visits, up +10.57% from the same period in 2024 (478,467 visits).

However, it’s worth noting that the growth rate has moderated, with a +13.65% increase in Jan–May 2025, compared to a +29.66% surge in Jan–May 2024.

Bali experienced an increase in visitors during the month of May 2025, as reported by BPS. 

We saw quite a number of travelers from Australia, India, China, United Kingdom, France, South Korea, Malaysia, USA, Singapore, and Germany flocking this captivating island of gods.

A Glimpse into May 2025’s Tourism Figures:

Top Source Countries – May 2025 (vs April 2025)

Strong Growth Markets

• Malaysia showed the highest growth with a +43.24% increase in visitors (26,619 vs 18,583).
• India also saw a notable jump of +36.93%, becoming the second-largest source market in May after Australia.
• Singapore visitors rose by +27.36% and South Korea recorded a healthy +16.09% increase.

Countries with Declining Numbers

• The United Kingdom saw a significant drop of -9.56%, and Germany was down -6.16%.
• China also dropped -4.70%.
• Australia, while still the top market, saw a minor decline of -0.69%.
• USA visits slightly declined -1.41%, showing relative stability.

Market Share Highlights – May 2025

• European markets (UK, France, Germany) contributed a combined 12.6%, with France showing resilience (+4.94%).
• Australia remains the largest contributor to Bali’s foreign arrivals at 23.00% of the total.
• India solidifies its position as a growing source market, now contributing 11.29%.
• Combined, Southeast Asia (Malaysia + Singapore) contributed over 7.5%, highlighting regional strength.

The Statistical Report released by the Central Bureau of Statistics sheds light on the key contributors to Bali’s bustling tourism scene in May 2025. 

Analyzing the data reveals the top ten countries that generated the highest influx of foreign tourists during this period.

1. Australia

Australia remained Bali’s leading source of foreign visitors, contributing 138,515 arrivals in May.

Although the number slightly declined by -0.69% compared to April, Australian tourism continues to dominate, making up 23% of total foreign visits. 

Australia continues to lead by a wide margin, with 612,792 total arrivals in the first five months of 2025.

2. India

India showed impressive growth this month, with arrivals jumping from 49,658 in April to 67,995 in May, an increase of +36.93%. 

This surge moved India firmly into second place, accounting for 11.29% of total visits.

From Jan-May 2025, India follows as a strong second, registering 234,891 visitors.

3. China

China experienced a modest decline of -4.7%, with visitor numbers dropping to 42,949 from 45,068 in April. 

Despite the decrease, China still held its position among the top three markets, contributing 7.13% of all foreign arrivals.

China ranks third with 218,811 cumulative arrivals (Jan-May 2025).

4. United Kingdom

The United Kingdom saw one of the sharpest declines among the top ten markets, with a -9.56% drop in visits, falling from 32,301 in April to 29,212 in May. 

This placed the UK at fourth position overall, contributing 4.85% of total arrivals.

Cumulatively, The United Kingdom has contributed 128,046 visitors year-to-date.

5. France

France, on the other hand, posted a healthy growth of +4.94%, bringing in 28,080 visitors compared to 26,757 the previous month. This improvement helped France secure fifth place with a 4.66% share.

For the first 5 months of 2025, France recorded 91,142 total arrivals.

6. South Korea

South Korea recorded a strong +16.09% rise in arrivals, growing from 24,095 in April to 27,971 in May. This growth positioned South Korea just behind France, with a 4.64% market share.

South Korea has brought in 131,519 visitors, slightly surpassing the UK in cumulative numbers.

7. Malaysia

Malaysia delivered the strongest growth rate in the top ten list, with arrivals soaring by +43.24%, from 18,583 in April to 26,619 in May,  contributing 4.42% of all international visitors.

Malaysia reached 101,555 arrivals across January to May 2025.

8. United States

The United States experienced a slight dip of -1.41%, with May figures down to 24,258 compared to 24,606 in April. Despite the small decline, the U.S. maintained its position in the top ten, accounting for 4.03% of arrivals.

Cumulatively, The United States totaled 107,300 visitors.

9. Singapore

Singapore also posted strong growth, with arrivals increasing by +27.36%, reaching 19,046 in May versus 14,954 in April, holding 3.16% of the total market.

Singapore posted 77,914 arrivals between January and May 2025.

10. Germany

Germany closed out the top ten with a -6.16% decrease in arrivals, dropping from 19,869 in April to 18,646 in May, contributing 3.10% of total international visits.

Overall in 2024, according to Bali Central Bureau Statistics (BPS) a number of 6,333,360 foreign visitors and 10,120,786 domestic visitors deliberately chose Bali as their ultimate destination.

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.

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