See A Magical Universe Of Baobabs At Andohahela National Reserve

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For travelers looking to experience nature up close and personal, the Andohahela National Reserve is a must do part of any itinerary. The baobabs that grow freely here are too special a sight to miss out on!

The baobab is the national tree of Madagascar. With 7 distinct species of this curious looking tree, Madagascar can boast the greatest variety of baobabs on earth! Each species is distinct, and they are a breath taking, spectacular, and almost unbelievable sight! With their bloated trunks and misshapen forms, these trees look like something out of a fantasy novel.

One place where visitors can see baobabs in their natural habitat is the Andohahela National Reserve. The reserve is situated in south east Madagascar and is located just 40 km outside of Fort Dauphin. Visitors are treated to nearly 80 000 hectares of pristine nature reserve featuring 3 different ecosystems. The reserve is mainly mountainous and forested with a wide variety of vegetation and wildlife. For accommodation, guests can choose between the lovely hotels in Fort Daupin, or camp in one of the 4 campsites. The Andohahela Nature Reserve was awarded the “Best new tourism project abroad” by the British Guild of Travel Writers in 1999 and the reserve continues to go from strength to strength.

But at the Andohahela Nature reserve, it’s the baobabs that are the main attraction. After all, how can you go home from a Madagascan holiday without photos of these bizarre trees? Whatever you do in Madagascar, be sure to include a trip to the magical universe of baobabs at Andohahela National reserve!