A Beyond Ordinary Big 5 Experience

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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.

Our Log Cabins

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

It was our first time visiting Dinokeng nature reserve. The lodge is in a perfect location and the unit is spotless and very well equipped. Anita and Gunter are great… read more

patrickv8482020
October 5, 2020
Dear valued guest

Thank you for taking the time to write a review for us. It is not often that I am at a loss for words, but… read more

Hoensietravels
January 14, 2020
This establishment is well situated, you get rest for your soul with the quietness. Overlooking the dam and animals you do not need to travel. The hosts were very friendly… read more

Passenger48810440725
December 23, 2019
Thank you Anita and Gunther for a wonderful week of relaxing in the peaceful and beauty of nature. Thank you for caring while I was not feeling well. We will… read more

heleenev2020
January 5, 2020
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

yyamas955455
January 8, 2024
We had a very good stay at Abendruhe. Lovely clean cabins and the aircon was a bonus! The game drive was also very nice. Would definitely recommend Abendruhe if you… read more

648adelev
November 17, 2020
One of the best. Anita and Gunter are amazing hosts and made us feel so welcome. Accommodation was fabulous. Everything you needed was there, and more. We will surely be… read more back for another visit – soon!!

Hartjies
May 6, 2021
Our stay at Abendruhe was nothing short of fantastic. Anita and Gunter’s hospitality was exceptional. The lodge was spotlessly clean, and the kitchen and braai facilities were a bonus.… read more

Kim S
January 15, 2024
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

alison975
May 23, 2021
We loved how well thought out the lodge was. Pretty much everything you could think of needing was available, and all very comfortably laid out. Comfy, clean and quiet and… read more perfect for a bush breakaway!

zain222022
October 10, 2022