Egypt’s tourism sector has achieved a historic milestone, with revenues soaring to a record $16.7 billion in the 2024/2025 fiscal year.
This represents a staggering 56.1% growth rate, the highest the country has seen in nearly a decade.
Key Performance Indicators
GDP Contribution: The sector’s share of Egypt’s GDP rose to 3.7%, up from 3.4% the previous year.
Tourist Volume: Visitor numbers climbed to 19 million in 2025, a significant jump from 15.8 million in 2024.
Stay Duration: Total tourist nights surged by 16.4%, reaching 179.3 million nights.
Infrastructure and Capacity
Egypt continues to bolster its tourism appeal through extensive infrastructure, currently featuring:
1,300 hotels (land-based and floating).
2,240 tourism companies and over 17,200 specialized vehicles.
A diverse ecosystem including 1,620 restaurants and 630 diving centers.
Future Outlook (2026–2029)
The momentum is expected to continue with several key projections:
Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM): Anticipated to attract 5 million visitors annually upon its opening.
Short-term Growth: Fitch Solutions predicts arrivals will reach 18.56 million in 2026.
Medium-term Strategy: Under the 2025-2029 plan, the sector aims for an annual growth rate of 5.7%, targeting 20.65 million tourists by 2029.
