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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
- akers217
Lovely place. Very comfortable and relaxing. The room is very clean and comfortable and the pool was very welcome in the heat. Game drive was awesome. Always very relaxing to… read more get away into the bush for a weekend and this is so close to Jhb makes it even better.
October 28, 2019 - Nicolle M
My son (18months) and I visited Abendruhe and we had such a wonderful time. The Cabins are well kept and modern with everything you need to… read more make it feel like home. We stayed in cabin 1, and had a beautiful view of the water whole. I would strongly recommend abendruhe to all friends and family.
November 28, 2019 - KevinWP
We stayed at Abendruhe Lodge as a family group of 7 adults spanning 3 generations for 2 nights. We agreed that we all had a great experience. Anita &… read more Gunter, the hosts, are extremely accommodating, friendly and knowledgeable about the reserve and its wildlife. Their cabins are lovely in terms of space, facilities and cleanliness and the sparkling swimming pool with help yourself ‘honesty bar’ are great for relaxing from the heat. The early morning game drive with Gunter was really interesting and is strongly recommended for anyone keen to learn about local nature. Anita’s muffins are a delicious bonus!
We’ll certainly be back some day.
Kevin
October 22, 2019 -
We booked this last minute and so glad we did, what an amazing place, the lodges are beautiful, very spacious with everything you need. There is also a pool and… read more outdoor bar with play equipment and games, everything you need for a relaxing family stay. The lodges overlook the game reserve with a watering hole where plenty of animals came to visit. The couple that own the lodges are the nicest most helpful people.
We went on 2 game drives and Gunter is so knowledgeable and passionate about the animals we learnt so much and seen some amazing animals including a mum and 6 cheetah cubs!! everything is well organised, in the early morning drive on our stop off we even had home made muffins and coffee! Such an amazing place and people, we only wish we had time to stay longer. Highly recommend!!
Kerry M
November 3, 2023 - claudiabS9016IV
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 wake up to the scenery of animals drinking water at the watering hole which is right in front of your room. The rooms are so clean and spacious, you feel like you have your own little home for the weekend. Gunther took us on an afternoon game drive which was incredible, we got so close to the animals and we learnt so much, Gunther knows everything about every animal. Anita is so welcoming and makes you feel like family. Will definitely be back soon.
September 29, 2019 - merlekamalnarain
Our stay at Abendruhe was absolutely awesome. We had such a relaxing time -the place is so clean, neat and tidy and the hosts are amazing people who are so… read more friendly and always willing to help you. Looking forward to my next stay.
November 22, 2021 - ilne2021
Lovely accommodation that was super clean! The cabin had everything you need. Anita even added an electric blanket due to the cold weather.
Very safe and secure.
Thank… read more you Anita and Gunter for a great weekend!
May 31, 2021 -
Excellent Stay at Abendruhe – We had an awesome stay at Abendruhe Lodge, Anita and Gunther is excellent hosts and come pass daily to check if we need something. The Lodge is extremely neat and… read more clean with everything you need. The Game drive is excellent, Gunter is a excellent guide and the Muffins is to die for. with the amount of Game that visit the lodge you do not even need to drive yourself. We will definitely be back.
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January 8, 2024 - 3Kinders
Thank you Gunter and Anita for a awesome stay at Abendruhe lodge. Always a pleasure to stay at your beautiful lodge. Thank you for your warm hospitality, friendly caring… read more service every time we stay at the lodge, for checking in on us during the day to confirm if all is well still. Your beautiful luxurious self catering wood cabins are . The game drives with Gunter are the best. He always see to the small things to make it a awesome drive for you. Thank you Anita and Gunter for making our bush breaks the BEST.
February 5, 2020 - wpstruweg
Wonderful lodge with great owners! Beautiful view of the great African sunrise and a nice view of a waterhole where some animals might just come for a late afternoon drink.… read more The bedding is nice with a aircon to keep you warm on cold nights and cold on warm nights. The bar and pool is lovely for having a drink with friends as you view the late afternoon skies of the African bushveld.
June 28, 2020
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