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A Beyond Ordinary Big 5 Experience

About Us

Nestled within the bushveld of the Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve you will find the 4 Star graded Abendruhe Lodge with 4 superb air conditioned self-catering Log Cabins!

Whether on business or for leisure in the Reserve, Abendruhe will offer you the comfort of home within the bush. Enjoy a full bush experience with spectacular views, passing game and the perfect place to sip on a sun downer.

Experience the all of the wildlife Dinokeng Game reserve has to offer including lion, rhino, elephants, and cheetah. Join one of our professionally guided game drive or test your spotting skills by exploring the self drive route at your own pace.

Situated just 46km (34 minute drive) from Pretoria and 87 km(60 minute drive) from the OR Tambo International Airport, Abendruhe Lodge  in Dinokeng Game Reserve is a place where one can gather your thoughts and forget the hustle and bustle of city life.

What We Offer

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Self Catering

All of our cozy cabins are fully equipped for self catering. Enjoy a bushveld braai right on your stoep!

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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.

Lodge as seen from the air

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

  • star rating  After the 2 game drives by Gunther back in zany, we said we would book and stay at their lodge. Finally, we got the chance. The wooden cabin wants for… read more

    TLeeBC
    October 3, 2021
  • star rating  It has been a difficult time for the leisure industry in South Africa. However our recent visit to Abendruhe was as lovely as ever. Such a welcome break.… read more

    327pattib
    August 27, 2020
  • star rating  My family and I recently returned from 4 days at Abendruhe Lodge. It was everything we hoped it would be and more. Anita and Gunter have thought of everything to… read more

    316TiffanyB
    March 9, 2021
  • star rating  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

    avatar thumb natalieborgert
    August 20, 2023
  • star rating  What an amazing weekend! It was our 2nd time visiting Abendruhe and we will definitely be returning! Great lodge, friendly staff – everything you could wish for! Perfect location and… read more

    carinerasmus
    March 23, 2021
  • star rating  It was a wonderful weekend away. We really enjoyed it. The rooms had a view of the watering hole. We saw wildlife from the chalet patio. It was really beautiful.… read more

    avatar thumb priyastorm
    January 30, 2023
  • star rating  We spend 4 lovely days at Abendruhe. A jewel in Dinokeng. Special attention to the small details. Best place to unwind with nature at its best. Will definitely visit again.… read more

    liquesta
    December 18, 2020
  • star rating  Loved it – It was amazing. The room was very nice and we had a lovely view of the bush. The host was very accomidating as we arrived quite late. I would definitely… read more

    michellebooyse005
    July 5, 2022
  • star rating  Great value for money and an absolute gem.
    It is very clean and the lodge goes above and beyond to make it a memorable and enjoyable experience.

    The… read more

    Michelle C
    January 7, 2020
  • star rating  Anita, our hostess was amazing. She went the extra mile in showing us the cheetahs. There was nothing we would change about the accommodation. It was five… read more

    avatar thumb Z1184ALdaniela
    July 28, 2023

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