More than 46.39 lakh tourists visited Goa between January and May this year, a marginal increase over the corresponding period in 2025, a growth the state government attributed to strong connectivity, diversified tourism experiences, and increasing confidence among travellers.

Data released by the state Tourism Department on Friday showed that Goa received 46,39,165 visitors during the first five months of 2026, an increase of 0.39 per cent compared to the same period last year.