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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

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Self Catering accommodation

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

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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.

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  Had a really great time!
    The cabins are well equipped with all the essentials.
    the owners are very friendly, check up on you in the evening for a few minutes.… read more

    G8179CWmichaelv
    August 3, 2020
  • star rating  My boyfriend and I wanted a weekend away to relax and really feel like we away from the busy city. Abendruhe Lodge is exactly what you need to relax and… read more

    Claudia B
    September 29, 2019
  • star rating  If you don’t like crowds and the noise that goes with it, this secluded lodge is the place to go. It is situated at the end of a private road,… read more

    Thys B
    April 22, 2021
  • star rating  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
  • star rating  This is a wonderful stay- only about an hour from Johannesburg. Anita and Gunter are great hosts! Clean, air condtioned and lovley pool looking out to water hole with grazing… read more

    avatar thumb Myr L
    January 28, 2019
  • star rating  What a Gem… The owners went out of their way to make our stay a memorable one. We shall be visiting again soon. Could not find fault with anything at… read more

    T5970KPgailb
    December 9, 2021
  • star rating  5 Star Experience  – Abendruhe Lodge in Dinokeng Game Reserve is the perfect out of town getaway. The hosts Anita and Gunter have beautifully designed cabins that are situated in a peaceful scenic area… read more

    avatar thumb Shingirirai
    November 3, 2023
  • 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 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  We had a really nice stay, the hosts were friendly and helpful, the accommodation and location was everything we imagined and more! Really well equipped and managed.
    Will definitely return… read more

    lkock894213
    March 29, 2021

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