Experience the magic of the Baines’ baobabs in the setting sun

Spend the night camping at the impressive Baines’ baobabs and experience the flat landscape as the setting sun bathes the vast salt pan in magical light. This group of seven iconic baobab trees stands on the edge of a large salt pan and offers a unique backdrop.

The Baines’ baobabs are named after the British artist and explorer Thomas Baines, who painted these trees during his journey in 1862. It is fascinating that the trees have hardly changed since then. You can park by the trees, get out and admire their impressive size and characteristic shape up close.

Ideally, you stay on one of the three campsites near the Baines’ baobabs. This saves you long drives and allows you to fully enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at sunset and the special charm of the salt pan and the trees. However, be aware that the track to the trees leads across a salt pan, which can be difficult to drive on after rainfall.