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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

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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  When we arrived we were welcomed at the gate and reception. They are covid-19 safe and our room was immaculately clean and had a sanitizer as you entered. The room… read more

    michellehawkins2020
    August 7, 2020
  • star rating  For a place that is close to JHB this has to be one of the most relaxing places to go to for a quick get away the place has everything… read more

    Curious27905272950
    December 31, 2019
  • star rating  If you don’t like crowds and the noise that goes with it, this secluded lodge is the place to go. It is situated at the end of a private road,… read more

    Thys B
    April 22, 2021
  • star rating  This must be THE best place to stay in Dinokeng,owners are visible & available for anything,intimate & quiet, its the place to find your soul again. Can recommend to anyone… read more

    kimbertoni
    October 5, 2020
  • star rating  We had a fantastic breakaway in the bush, next to nature! Everything was perfect from beginning to end could not have wished for more! Anita and Gunter were faultless… read more

    barbaragrover
    September 25, 2020
  • star rating  We loved how well thought out the lodge was. Pretty much everything you could think of needing was available, and all very comfortably laid out. Comfy, clean and quiet and… read more

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    October 10, 2022
  • star rating  We spent 4 nights at Abendruhe Lodge. We received a lovely welcome from Anita and Gunter. The cabin we stayed in was lovely and we wanted for nothing in terms… read more

    John A
    October 2, 2019
  • star rating  A Five-Star Stay at Abendruhe Lodge! – Our stay at Abendruhe Lodge in Dinokeng Game Reserve was simply outstanding! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a stunning natural setting. The lodge’s… read more

    avatar thumb Mark H
    July 28, 2023
  • star rating  We had a wonderful time at Abendruhe. Despite rain throughout our stay, we still managed to have a brilliant stay. The hosts are exceptional, the chalets are small… read more

    rhH9309NH
    December 14, 2020
  • star rating  From arrival to departure, you are welcomed. The hosts Anita and Gunter are the most wonderful, kind and caring people. The cabins are the best self catering units we have… read more

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    June 27, 2019

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