To boost tourism in Nepalgunj, local hoteliers have announced five to fifteen percent discount on accommodation and food for tourists. Nepalgunj serves as an important transit point for pilgrimages to Kailash Mansarover in Tibet and to treks leading to Dolpo, Rara Lake, Shey Phoksundo Lake, Khaptad National Park etc.There are around 400 hotels and 100 restaurants operating in Nepalgunj.