This little country on the West African coast is among the least visited places on the planet - and one of the most intriguing.

Guinea has limited infrastructure and travel can be challenging, but for adventurous souls this is the stuff of dreams - remote rainforests and waterfall-laced mountains, idyllic offshore islands and rich wildlife.

The coastal capital, Conakry, may seem chaotic at first but its lively nightlife, busting markets, friendly people and great French restaurants have a way of winning one over.

While in the city, don’t miss seeing the acrobats from the Keita Fodeba Centre training in the mornings. Beyond Conakry, highlights include soaking up sun and sea on Îles de Los, hiking on the scenic Fouta Djalon Plateau, and experiencing the magnificent biodiversity of the Parc National de Haut Niger.