Chobe National Park is home to many magnificent baobab trees. These giants of the bush are reputed to be thousands of years old and can reach heights of up to thirty meters (98ft).

Perfectly adapted to the environment, their large trunks hold vast quantities of water which allow them to survive the region's harsh droughts.

The baobab is an integral part of the ecosystem and is often home to a wide range of animals, from tiny creatures to the largest mammals. Indeed ancient hollow baobabs have been used as shops and houses.

These trees produce a wonderful white flower that opens at night, and a fruit that left to ripen can grow to a foot long and is rich in tartaric acid and vitamin C. This fruit is used to make a range of products including a porridge created from the seeds.