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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
- 667admin
Everything was great, except the cabin need salad spoons and 1 or 2 extra small salad bowls.
also, in summer it is too hot to do you drive at 4pm… read more maybe this should be done about 4.30. We felt very welcome on arrival.
February 1, 2021 -
The owners do really take pride in every little aspect of the chalet, the view from the front porch was amazing with animals passing in the opening and around the… read more little dam. This is where you go for piece and quite to recharge the soul.
wicusbezuidenhout
July 25, 2022 - 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 definitely go back with the family
August 4, 2019 - lizeln
Wonderful place to unwind! Chilling on the patio and watching the game are such a privilege. The owners are amazing and a must do is a game drive with… read more Gunter. The wooden chalet is more than perfect, and so much detail and attention for all your needs. Can highly recommend Abendrube for a weekend or longer.
June 6, 2021 - Hartjies
One of the best. Anita and Gunter are amazing hosts and made us feel so welcome. Accommodation was fabulous. Everything you needed was there, and more. We will surely be… read more back for another visit – soon!!
May 6, 2021 - pierreler0ux
A wonderful relaxing and pleasant stay. The cabins are very neat and very well equipped, all you need are there. Even some books, if you feel like reading.. Due to… read more having only 4 cabins it is very private and exclusive. Friendly service, with the honesty bar a nice touch. Nice view from your patio. So close to the city. Nice to come back to after a long drive in the park. Wanted to stay longer, but will go back.
August 15, 2020 - 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 - mwasmuth2022
The Gem of DInokeng – Stayed over the Weekend of the 24-26 June with overseas family who were blown away with the Lodge and the very friendly hospitality of Anita & Gunther.
The Cabins… read more were beautiful and attention to detail was amazing, views of the waterhole and bush at your doorstep, their honesty bar was very well stocked with beverages, wood & ice – You didn’t need anything.
Went on a magnificent game drive with Gunther who spoilt us with Elephant and a Serval as well as his knowledge of the bush was fantastic.
We will definitely be back!
July 4, 2022 - 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 - 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
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