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Dinokeng Accommodation in the Heart of the Bush
Welcome to Abendruhe Lodge, a peaceful bush retreat located in the beautiful Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve, just a short drive from Pretoria.
If you are looking for relaxing Dinokeng accommodation, a romantic weekend escape, or a nature-filled getaway close to the city, Abendruhe Lodge offers the perfect place to slow down and reconnect with nature.
Surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African bushveld, guests can enjoy comfortable private cabins, wildlife sightings, and tranquil evenings under the stars.
Peaceful Accommodation Near Camp Discovery
Abendruhe Lodge is conveniently located 15 minutes from Camp Discovery, making it an ideal base for visitors exploring the reserve or attending activities in the area.
Guests can enjoy the best of both worlds – easy access to Dinokeng’s attractions while staying in a quiet and private bush setting away from busy tourist areas.
Whether you are visiting for a weekend adventure or a peaceful retreat, our lodge offers comfortable accommodation in one of Gauteng’s most beautiful wildlife destinations.
Comfortable Bush Cabins in Dinokeng
Our carefully designed cabins offer a relaxing space where guests can unwind and enjoy the surrounding bushveld.
Each cabin provides privacy, comfort, and the opportunity to experience nature right on your doorstep. Wake up to birdsong, enjoy coffee on your private deck, and end the day with a traditional braai under the African sky.
Abendruhe Lodge offers the perfect setting for:
Romantic getaways in Dinokeng
Weekend escapes from Pretoria and Johannesburg
Family stays in the bush
Nature and wildlife lovers
Experience the Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve
The Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve is Gauteng’s only Big Five reserve and offers visitors an unforgettable wildlife experience just an hour from Pretoria.
Guests staying at Abendruhe Lodge can enjoy a wide range of activities in the reserve, including:
Self-drive wildlife viewing
Guided game drives
Bird watching
Bush walks
Outdoor adventures and activities
The reserve is home to lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard, and many other species, making every visit a unique bush experience.
Why Guests Love Staying at Abendruhe Lodge
Guests return to Abendruhe Lodge because of its peaceful atmosphere, warm hospitality, and beautiful natural surroundings.
Reasons guests choose our lodge include:
Located inside Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve
Peaceful and private bush accommodation
Close to Camp Discovery and other attractions
Comfortable cabins surrounded by nature
Wildlife sightings around the lodge
Perfect for weekend getaways near Pretoria
Your Perfect Dinokeng Weekend Getaway
If you are searching for Dinokeng accommodation that offers peace, comfort, and authentic bushveld charm, Abendruhe Lodge provides the perfect escape from city life.
With limited cabins available, guests can enjoy an intimate and relaxing stay while exploring everything the Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve has to offer.
Book your stay at Abendruhe Lodge and experience the beauty of the African bush just outside Pretoria.
What We Offer
Self Catering accommodation
All of our cozy cabins are fully equipped for self catering. Enjoy a bushveld braai right on your stoep!
Game Drives
Join our guide in an open safari vehicle exploring the magnificent African bushveld. Big 5 games drives make the most of latest sightings to provide animal spotting at its best.
All our Cabins comes with the following amenities!
- Aircon
- Free Wi-Fi
- TV with full DSTV bouquet
- Raised patio with own braai facilities (Charcoal braai)
- Private Boma
- View of the waterhole
- Complimentary coffee, tea, sugar, milk and rusks
- Complimentary bathroom amenities
- Watercooler with clean bottled water
- Daily servicing (including Sundays and public holidays)
- Safe
- Electric blankets in winter time
- Undercover parking next to the Unit
- Camping chairs
What Our Guests Have To Say
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Great safaris, convenient and very friendly – Thanks a lot, very good value for money, very friendly, convenient, great facilities. Done 2 safaris and saw 4 big. To recommend. Will come back even with rain. Different season… read more must be worth trying, see you later
nrochoux
May 23, 2023 - carinerasmus
What an amazing weekend! It was our 2nd time visiting Abendruhe and we will definitely be returning! Great lodge, friendly staff – everything you could wish for! Perfect location and… read more amenities! Anita and Gunter are friendly and welcoming hosts and their lodge is everything you will ever need for a bush getaway!
March 23, 2021 - Cruiser27813959414
Very well maintained units. Beds are good quality. Some accommodation resorts let you long for your bed at home, but not here. Hosts welcome you on arrival and see to… read more possible needs their guests might have. (just wish that they will have single tariffs as well). I will be able to visit them more often then.
May 9, 2021 - Bianca747
Our stay at abendruhe was fantastic! We stayed for a mid-week getaway and could not have asked for better. The room was extremely clean with great features. From the outdoor… read more eating areas to the linen. I cannot list a fault. A standout feature was how much effort the owners put into hospitality. We would definitely return again.
August 24, 2020 - BennetD5
Very good and comfortable. Sadly the season wasn’t that great for seeing a lot of diversity in large animals, but through no fault of the lodge! A good place for… read more a breakaway indeed. Very relaxing and within reach of everything you may need.
January 14, 2020 - Go181379
Fantastic Weekend Away – From the first contact made til the time we left – everything was perfect. Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Had the most amazing time. The surprise put out for my… read more son’s 16th birthday was wonderful. Will definitely be back. Thank you :):)
December 5, 2022 - sheranivanheerden
Anendruhle AMAZING!!!! – What a great experience once again!!!!!!!! Would like to go back soon again!!! A friendly hartwarming stay!! Beautifull accomodation with everyting that you need and more!! I love this place!!!!!!… read more See you soon again!
August 14, 2022 - Relax38088412324
Excellent place to stay. The lodges are so clean and fully equipped with everything. The hosts Anita and Gunter are so welcoming and go out of their way to make… read more you feel so welcome. My family and I had a wonderful stay. Beautiful scenery, great game drive and overall wonderful mid week getaway. We will definately be back.
July 18, 2019 - John A
We spent 4 nights at Abendruhe Lodge. We received a lovely welcome from Anita and Gunter. The cabin we stayed in was lovely and we wanted for nothing in terms… read more of amenities and equipment.
The game drive given by Gunter was fantastic….it was great to have such a knowledgeable and interesting guide.
Anita and Gunter were so attentive throughout our visit.
We enjoyed the beautiful waterhole from the comfort of our cabin where we saw many animals. The swimming pool and open bar were great to chill out.
All this and the reasonable prices made our visit memorable!
5 stars!
October 2, 2019 -
Excellent!! – The lodge has such a nice view. You can see wildebeests, giraffes, zebra, black-backed jackals, colorful birds etc…from your porch of the room. I spent a lot of time just… read more watching these animals chasing each other being playful with coffee there. I will definitely go back!!
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January 8, 2024
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