Just an hour from Joburg, this luxury cottage was the perfect stay for a birthday getaway into the bush! Anita and Gunter went the extra mile to make our stay… read more amazing. The cottages are really personal with amazing views!

  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!!

  Perfect Getaway – Beautiful views of the bush and the perfect place for self-catering as the cabins have everything you need. Anita was an excellent host, checking in every evening and even setting… read more up a little surprise upon finding out it was our anniversary. For first time visitors at Dinokeng, Abendruhe Lodge has ensured that we will be going back.

  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!

  Wonderful experience – We had an amazing weekend at Abendruhe lodge. Very hospitable hosts and clean environment. Will definitely be back as soon as we can. Great idea to Book a game… read more drive with Gunter – Extensive knowledge and fun experience.

  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 exceptional service from booking at the last minute and up until departure every moment of my stay was "top notch". I am looking forward to visiting again.

  5 Star Stay!!! – We spend 2 nights at Abendruhe Lodge, Dinokeng. The Owners, Anita and Gunter were amazing, friendly and helpful. The Cabins are modern, clean and above all comfortable! The amenities… read more are state of the art and luxurious – worth every penny just like the view from the deck of the timber house. From many visits to the Dinokeng Resort, Abendruhe was most definitely our most heartwarming and relaxing experience. We can’t wait for our next visit. Thank you, Anita and Gunter for making our stay execusite. We rate you a 5 star! Bis wir uns wiedersehen! Danke Mandie & Helgard

  Anita and Gunther you guys are so humble, friendly and caring. Abendruhe is my favourite place to be. Absolutely clean. We didn’t want to leave. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else… read more if I visit hammanskraal again.

  Abendruhe is truly a gem – no expense has been spared to make our stay comfortable, private, and serene. The cabins are new and modern, fully kitted with all… read more you need for a self-catering experience – including all necessary electrical appliances, a high-end gas-top stove, mineral water fountain and fridge large enough for a comfortable one week stay worth of groceries.
Anita goes out of her way to make sure the cabins are in tip top condition. From the cleanliness, to the quality of the bedding and the extras, like a bookshelf with books and magazines, and a full satellite TV, is available.
Gunter was a wonderful host on our game drive. His knowledge of animals, and his knowledge of the park and its fauna and flora management methods, made our game drive entertaining, educational and fun.
Would I go there again? Absolutely!. This is the perfect getaway destination just around the corner of the city life. More

  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.