About Us
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
- Airfryer
- 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
- 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 
August 8, 2019 - Resort53373564842 We planned a family weekend with the kids and my mom, unfortunately we arrived much later than planned on the Friday but Anita and Gunter were there waiting for us… read more
September 28, 2020 - heleenev2020 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
January 5, 2020 - ontherunpromotions The establishment was clean and perfect for what we needed. The hosts are really nice German people and we were well received. The pool was heaven.
We did do a… read more
January 4, 2021 - Superb Stay – We just loved it! So close to Jhb, but you relax so quickly. So peaceful and chalets are lovely. We will definitely be back. Manage your expectations in… read more
cindyroseveare
July 3, 2023 - Perfect Getaway – We loved every second of our time at the Lodge. Great location, a fantastic place to stay and be in nature. We did a game drive and it was truly… read more
heatherz806
September 11, 2023 - Flyer814036 A wonderful location with a tranquil backdrop, I was very glad to visit Abendruhe once again. Although it was a short getaway, I cannot thank my hosts enough for the… read more
January 2, 2021 - BennetD5 Very good and comfortable. Sadly the season wasn’t that great for seeing a lot of diversity in large animals, but through no fault of the lodge! A good place for… read more
January 14, 2020 - neevashp Anita and Gunther are amazing hosts… we arrived late and they were waiting at our unit.
They constantly checking up on guests making sure we are most comfortable. We will… read more
August 4, 2019 - Would like to thank Anita and Gunter for such hospitality, allowing us to escape from reality during our varsity break. Would highly recommend this lodge to my friends and family.… read more
Idansharon
March 27, 2019
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