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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 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
- 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 - Wynbyl
We stayed in cabin nr 2,what a pleasant surprise this was,very neat cabins and the owners ,Günter and Anita,came around everyday to check if everything was in order.We were surprised… read more about Dinokeng,because we usually go ro Kruger National park and Pilanesberg so we did not know what to expect,I can confirm that Dinokeng is indeed a place that is vey special and now added to our list of favourite bush getaways
July 11, 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 terms of game viewing – we knew we weren’t in Kruger and so went there prepared to see less, but still wonderful.
cindyroseveare
July 3, 2023 - 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 game drive the sunday morning – 10am but prob too late to see all the game but it was good. Note that they do have limited big 5 so there is always a possibility of missing them as the reserve is quite big. We loved it….
January 4, 2021 - lanaphaal
Lovely Log Cabin equipped with everything you need. Awesome Views of the bush. The game drives was such fun and my 6 year old enjoyed it tremendously. … read more I would recommend this to anyone enjoying luxury and the bush.
October 12, 2021 - G8179CWmichaelv
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 /> Was like a home away from home but in the bush!
Highly recommended for anyone wants a week or weekend away from normal life!
A special thank you to Anita and Gunther!
August 3, 2020 - 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 when we arrived. They are excellent hosts, very friendly and helpful. Gunter was extremely knowledgeable on the game drive and taught us all a lot. Our cabin was stunning, clean and with everything you need, the beds are extremely comfortable. All in all it was a wonderful weekend and will definitely be back!
September 28, 2020 - Relax38088412324
Excellent place to stay. The lodges are so clean and fully equipped with everything. The hosts Anita and Gunter are so welcoming and go out of their way to make… read more you feel so welcome. My family and I had a wonderful stay. Beautiful scenery, great game drive and overall wonderful mid week getaway. We will definately be back.
July 18, 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 - 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
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