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A Beyond Ordinary Big 5 Experience

About Us

Nestled within the bushveld of the Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve you will find the 4 Star graded Abendruhe Lodge with 5 superb air conditioned self-catering Log Cabins!

Whether on business or for leisure in the Reserve, Abendruhe will offer you the comfort of home within the bush. Enjoy a full bush experience with spectacular views, passing game and the perfect place to sip on a sun downer.

Experience the all of the wildlife Dinokeng Game reserve has to offer including lion, rhino, elephants, and cheetah. Join one of our professionally guided game drive or test your spotting skills by exploring the self drive route at your own pace.

Situated just 46km (34 minute drive) from Pretoria and 87 km(60 minute drive) from the OR Tambo International Airport, Abendruhe Lodge  in Dinokeng Game Reserve is a place where one can gather your thoughts and forget the hustle and bustle of city life.

What We Offer

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Self Catering

All of our cozy cabins are fully equipped for self catering. Enjoy a bushveld braai right on your stoep!

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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.

Lodge as seen from the air

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

  • star rating  We had a great weekend at Abendruhe Lodge.The hosts (Gunther and Anita Scheffold) went out of their way to make us as comfortable as possible.Their daily attention was very welcome.We… read more

    le0nvilj0en
    July 20, 2020
  • star rating  Very warm welcome on arrival & we loved how the owners would come around at night to check up on us & say goodnight. Excellent lodge and the cabins are… read more

    nickylakay
    September 15, 2019
  • star rating  It was our 3rd anniversary and it was made to be very special thabjs to Anita and Gunther. The cabin was pristine and one of the best we have seen.… read more

    Mikepilots
    September 24, 2021
  • star rating  We really enjoyed our stay here, it was lovely. The units are modern and have everything you need for self catering. Very spacious and private. Loved the fact that we… read more

    elizabethesch
    September 1, 2020
  • star rating  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

    Cruiser27813959414
    May 9, 2021
  • star rating  Great value for money and an absolute gem.
    It is very clean and the lodge goes above and beyond to make it a memorable and enjoyable experience.

    The… read more

    Michelle C
    January 7, 2020
  • star rating  We are a family of 4. This was our 3rd visit to Abendruhe Lodge and I can honestly say, we will keep on going back many more times. Anita and… read more

    WynandSchutte
    October 28, 2021
  • star rating  Excellent service from the hosts ensuring everything is well, the chalets were lovely, neat and clean. Braai facilities great, courtesy bar and pool area top drawer. Great spot for a… read more

    neil270
    November 8, 2021
  • star rating  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
  • star rating  Had the most wonderful time and peaceful weekend away at Abendruhe Lodge. The accommodation was as per the pictures on the website and probably the easiest way to watch game… read more

    dlourens2021
    March 15, 2021

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