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The recovery of the tourism sector in Peru in 2025 has reached pre-pandemic levels. Not only is it attracting a significant volume of visitors, with more than 2.8 million international tourists registered between January and October, but a structural change in the profile of its visitors has also been achieved. The country is consolidating its position as a high-value destination, with an economic impact that defies political fragility. Average spending per international tourist has grown significantly, standing 12% above 2019 levels.
Several key factors are driving this boom and ensuring that tourism remains a strategic pillar in generating foreign exchange. The notable increase in average spending is largely due to 12% growth in the High-Value Traveler segment. These tourists, mainly from North America and Asia-Pacific, actively seek authentic and sustainable experiences that require greater investment, private tours, and extended stays. This change generates direct and higher-impact revenues that are not limited to mass .
In turn, confidence in the sector's profitability is reflected in growing investment and decentralized connectivity. While Cusco and Lima remain vital, hotel capital is increasingly targeting strategic regions such as the Amazon and the south in cities such as Arequipa and Puno. The introduction of new domestic air routes encourages decentralized circuits, spreading the economic impact beyond traditional hubs.
From a macroeconomic projection perspective, this sector is estimated to contribute more than USD 23 billion to the Peruvian economy in 2025, exceeding its relative weight before the pandemic and reaffirming its resilience in the face of internal political tensions. Finally, this expansion has a direct social impact through the total employment generated by tourism, with projections of 1.17 million jobs being created, contributing significantly to the formalization and development of specialized skills in the regions.
The tourism milestone in 2025 is not only quantitative but also qualitative. Peru has transitioned from a model focused on visitor numbers to one centered on spending value and quality of experience. This strategy, based on regional diversification, sustainable luxury, and improved service infrastructure, shields the sector and ensures that tourism continues to be a source of foreign exchange stability, even in an environment of local uncertainty.
