Allée des Baobabs

National forest · Morondava ·

Allée des Baobabs

National forest · Morondava ·

Iconic avenue of massive, ancient baobab trees, stunning at sunrise

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"Along a dirt road near Morondava, a stretch of tall, ancient baobabs stands as a stunning remnant of a once-dense forest, especially magnificent at sunrise and sunset." - Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso is a travel writer and hotel expert based in New York City. She has written hundreds of hotel reviews, from 5-star Ritz-Carlton properties to treehouse eco-resorts in the jungle. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Allée des Baobabs

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"A road lined with massive, prehistoric baobab trees feels straight out of a postcard; my guide even casually mentioned that the massive one I was hugging is just a baby at about 400 years old. These uniquely Malagasy trees can grow up to roughly 98 feet tall and 36 feet wide and store enormous amounts of water (as much as 1,000 gallons) to survive dry conditions, but they are endangered by clearcutting and agriculture. While baobabs occur across Madagascar, this avenue — about an hour outside Morondava — is an iconic photographic spot best at sunrise or sunset, though those times also draw the biggest crowds." - Matthew Kepnes

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Allée des Baobabs

Edward B.

Google

Beautiful trees, was definitely worth getting there a little earlier then once the crowds start arrivin,

Emmanuel A.

Google

Amazing experience an the allée des baobabs. Although the weather wasn’t perfect, the little glimpses of sunrays that emerge were spectacular

Nannie D. (.

Google

It was my 1st time in Madagascar. I came here because of the cartoons. My most highlight of the trip was the Baobab Avenue. Too bad that here has not much Wildlife to see. But I enjoyed it. The people here are very nice and still unspoiled

Daniel D.

Google

A breathtaking experience! Without any doubt one of the most stunning views I have ever seen in my short, yet eventful life! I could not grasp the majestic beauty of this scenery! I was just standing there and left speechless by nature itself…It cost 2 € to park there the entry itself is free and you can just walk through the ally and get amazed! Not many tourists when I visited but many locals who live ans hang out there!

Eve R.

Google

It was nice over sunset. (It's in top of my mother's bucket list placed to visit) Parking is separate at 5k ary at the avenue - if you want to drive further without parking at the avenue, its possible. Quite many crowds over sunset international & local. Graffitis all over bodies of baobab- this was sad to see that there isn't any restrictions or regulations. There are many begging children... may God help children of Madagascar

Mike P.

Google

Come early to grab your place! Lots of tourists that fortunately thin out after sunrise. Great opportunity to work with light painting techniques before sunrise. Nearby pond offers great shots of locals with Baobabs in the background.

Kamilia R

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Majestic Baobabs The road is not good at all A parking lot at 5000ar Small cafe corners If you can, bring candy to the little children on the road, otherwise, others will ask you to take pictures with them and yell at you for money.

Jasper E.

Google

A wonderful place at the westcoast of Madagascar. The best light is in the evening but it's infested with tourist and insta-girls. If you want it all for yourself, visit by day. Early morning is also a good option. The road itself is doable in a 2 wheel drive car but some clearance isn't a luxury. Definitely a must visit if you are in the area.