The Kruger National Park, Serengeti and Masai Mara, some of Africa’s most iconic destinations, have long delighted their visitors. But if you’re the kind of person who likes to do things a little differently and prefer your wildlife encounters without the crowds, then maybe it’s time to take the road less travelled in Africa.

Suitable for second-time-around safari travellers or first-timers with an adventurous spirit, there are plenty of virtually unvisited destinations that not only deliver game viewing as good (if not better) than more familiar places but are home to unique wildlife experiences – several of which are barely known outside the safari world.

There’s amazing accommodation available in many of Africa’s most remote regions and you can choose from safari lodges and tented camps that range from family-friendly to honeymoon-perfect.

Here are some of the most unusual and unique safaris you can enjoy alongside traditional safari activities in Kenya