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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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We booked this last minute and so glad we did, what an amazing place, the lodges are beautiful, very spacious with everything you need. There is also a pool and… read more outdoor bar with play equipment and games, everything you need for a relaxing family stay. The lodges overlook the game reserve with a watering hole where plenty of animals came to visit. The couple that own the lodges are the nicest most helpful people.
We went on 2 game drives and Gunter is so knowledgeable and passionate about the animals we learnt so much and seen some amazing animals including a mum and 6 cheetah cubs!! everything is well organised, in the early morning drive on our stop off we even had home made muffins and coffee! Such an amazing place and people, we only wish we had time to stay longer. Highly recommend!!
Kerry M
November 3, 2023 - Curious27905272950
For a place that is close to JHB this has to be one of the most relaxing places to go to for a quick get away the place has everything… read more you need not crowded the game drives are brilliant and the hosts are just fantastic I would go back again and again ( this has been my 5th time)
December 31, 2019 - alfbotha
Dear Gunter and Anita
What an awesome week we had. You both went out of your way to make us welcome, even had welcoming board with our… read more names on when we arrived. The chalets very comfortable and we had an absolute treat when sitting on the porch. Chalet close to fence and on a day, three giraffes, wildebeest, Eland, Kudu, Impala and Zebra were feeding just beyond the fence. Although we did not see the big five while on game drive, we did see Cheetah and five cubs. Our chalet was serviced not by one, but four cleaners who were very efficient and friendly. All in all, we had a lovely time at Abendruhe and can’t wait to go back again. Thank you very much. More
January 19, 2021 - ilne2021
Lovely accommodation that was super clean! The cabin had everything you need. Anita even added an electric blanket due to the cold weather.
Very safe and secure.
Thank… read more you Anita and Gunter for a great weekend!
May 31, 2021 - dhardi102004
Every moment was absolutely wonderful. It was a last minute trip that i booked that turned into a real gem.
We received the warmest of welcomes from the staff… read more and were graciously welcomed to the stunning and immaculate room with one of the most amazing views and were treated to spectacular game drives.
I am looking forward to my next stay which will be longer.
July 22, 2019 - 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 -
What a lovely place. We stayed in chalet no. 3, and although it is the furthest from Abendruhe’s own waterhole, we actually preferred this location as you are almost… read more on your own. The unit is very neat and tidy with everything you need away from home. Simply loved Gunter’s photos of animals taken in the reserve that adorns the wood panel walls. This lends a nice touch to this serene place in the bush. Loved the wide open view from the well sized patio. Anita and Gunter run superb establishment, and we’ll definitely be back.
trevord822
January 9, 2023 - annamarieferreira50
We stayed in Chalet 3 most private of all Nice views over drinking hole Excellent hosts loved the honesty bar and swimming pool for sundowners Will visit soon saw many… read more game like zebra giraffe ostrich and blue wildebeest from the patio
September 30, 2020 - michellehawkins2020
When we arrived we were welcomed at the gate and reception. They are covid-19 safe and our room was immaculately clean and had a sanitizer as you entered. The room… read more was clean, tidy and cosy, with everything you need for a winter bush weekend getaway. They had an awesome braai and firepit area per unit with was really private and lovely to enjoy a braai and relaxing with marsh-mellows in the evening. You can also go on a game drive with Abendruhe Lodge, or buy a permit to go in your own 4×4. We have a little one so we opted to go on our own and had a lovely picnic along the way. There is a watering whole right in front of where we stayed and when we arrived there were many wildebeest in front of our room. I would definitely recommend staying there and am sure my family will be back! More
August 7, 2020 - 3Kinders
We just love to stay at Abendruhe lodge. Everytime a awesome experience. You sit on your stoep, relax, breath and during the day you will see a variety… read more of animals coming to the water holes to drink. The lodge cabins accommodation are Have everything you need on a self catering stay. Every time on our last day of stay, we leave with a heavy hart. Thank you Anita and Gunter, you are the best, caring and friendly, and always going out of your way to make every guest stay the Best Stay. Thank you Gunter for awesome game drives We will be back again!
August 8, 2019
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