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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
All of our cozy cabins are fully equipped for self catering. Enjoy a bushveld braai right on your stoep!
Game Drivers
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
- DominiqueJ868
The most amazing time! – My cousin and I did a two week trip and ended it off at Abendruhe.
It was the most amazing venue and the units were so well equipped that… read more truly showed extreme care had been taken to make the guest experience amazing!
The units are beautiful and laid out so well
We truly appreciated Anita and Gunter’s hospitality and are especially grateful to Anita for giving us a heads-up about the beautiful male lion that was close by!
Truly and unforgettable experience and we can not wait to be back with the rest of the family!
Thank you once again!
October 21, 2022 - liquesta
We spend 4 lovely days at Abendruhe. A jewel in Dinokeng. Special attention to the small details. Best place to unwind with nature at its best. Will definitely visit again.… read more Thank you Gunter and Anita for a great visit.
December 18, 2020 -
A Five-Star Stay at Abendruhe Lodge! – Our stay at Abendruhe Lodge in Dinokeng Game Reserve was simply outstanding! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a stunning natural setting. The lodge’s… read more cabins were beautifully designed, offering both comfort and breathtaking views of the wildlife. The game drives were unforgettable, with knowledgeable guides and abundant opportunities to see the Big Five. The Owners were attentive, ensuring every aspect of our stay was perfect. We left feeling rejuvenated and grateful for the incredible memories. A five-star recommendation for anyone seeking a luxurious and immersive wildlife adventure!
Mark H
July 28, 2023 - Zaan2015
The moment we arrived we knew we made an excellent choice!! With a warm and friendly welcome we felt right at home and ready to relax. Our weekend away was… read more filled with lots of laughter and many great memories. Thank you Gunter and Anita for hosting us – sure to be back!
July 28, 2019 - TLCloete
Abendruhe game drives – Recommended by LookOut Safari Lodge and so convenient being collected and dropped off. Gunther is friendly, accommodating and very knowledgeable about the flora, fauna and wildlife.… read more We learnt valuable information about the animals that we saw during the game drives. We did both a morning and late afternoon drive with Gunther and would highly recommend his services. Plus we got to see his lodge, Abendruhe, with his wife, Anita, showing us one of the wooden cabins. We plan to book a stay for later this year especially as each cabin offers a deck overlooking a waterhole. Thank you Gunther for the fabulous game drives!
May 23, 2021 - tammyarlow
Wow what can I say. My hubby and I had an awesome stay. Accommodation was relaxing, comfortable and homely. A home away from home. Cabins are spacious, neat and clean.… read more Definitely value for your money. Anita and Gunter popped over every night to check on us. House keeping ladies was professional, happy and friendly. Saw alot of different animals from our deck. Definitely would recommend to family and friends. If you worry about Covid, don’t be. The lodge sticts to the COVID-19 protocols. Definitely gonna go back for another visit.
July 18, 2021 - magdevanderkolff
The cabin was wonderfull…everything you need are there. Thanks for the spoil for our aniversity. The evenings and sky ….that was amazing. The best if you need a… read more get away. Thanks Gunter and Anita. We will come and visit again.
November 22, 2021 - Andy_n_Rhonwen
We’ll be back! – Great hosts. Günter does a great game drive on his property and both him and Anita are attentive hosts.
The cabins are in great condition and we’ll equipped. Dinokeng… read more is a great park and you can explore all of it in 3-4 days. An amazing first trip to this park and we will definitely be back.
See you soon!
October 31, 2022 - alison975
Craig and I stayed at Abendruhe Lodge in May 2021. The superior log cabins are well equipped with everything that you could need, and an ultra comfortable extra length bed.… read more Spotless clean. The patio is large and overlooks a waterhole, where many animals frequently come to drink. 10/10 we would not hesitate to return. Very friendly hosts Anita and Gunter make this a very special experience. A game drive with Gunter is definitely recommend.
May 23, 2021 -
Wonderful bush break – Anita and Gunter were excellent hosts!
Cabin 4 was very neat, spacious and comfortable. We just loved the private boma, even though it was very cold, the cozy fire warmed… read more us up. We had a wonderful bush break, a very short distance from Pretoria, but made us feel like we were far away from the city. Our game drive with Peter as our guide, was very exciting, seeing rhino and lions. We can recommend this to anyone, the accommodation was outstanding, the hosts were very friendly and we saw lots of animals.
AdriDuPlessis
July 10, 2023
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