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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  We really enjoyed our stay here, it was lovely. The units are modern and have everything you need for self catering. Very spacious and private. Loved the fact that we… read more

    elizabethesch
    September 1, 2020
  • star rating  It is a very nice place, the hosts very friendly and welcoming. The beds are top quality and heating very efficient on cold nights. The boma area very nice and… read more

    mlandjacques
    June 24, 2020
  • star rating  We had a really nice stay, the hosts were friendly and helpful, the accommodation and location was everything we imagined and more! Really well equipped and managed.
    Will definitely return… read more

    lkock894213
    March 29, 2021
  • star rating  The most amazing time! – My cousin and I did a two week trip and ended it off at Abendruhe.
    It was the most amazing venue and the units were so well equipped that… read more

    DominiqueJ868
    October 21, 2022
  • 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
  • star rating  Excellent accommodation – 6 of us (including 2 children) stayed over for two nights. Online pictures don’t show the immaculate condition our accommodation was at and how cozy it was. Game drive was… read more

    avatar thumb wenholdmarta
    September 9, 2023
  • star rating  Our wonderful stay at Abendruhe Lodge – We absolutely loved our stay at Abendruhe Lodge , its truly a hidden gem . The accommodation was superb, spotless and had everything you would need and more, and also… read more

    suerichards07
    July 31, 2022
  • star rating  My first trip/getaway with the kids alone after losing my husband. I was anxious but couldn’t have picked a better place to just have some quiet and peaceful time… read more

    LeratoElle
    July 1, 2021
  • star rating  The cabin was wonderfull…everything you need are there. Thanks for the spoil for our aniversity. The evenings and sky ….that was amazing. The best if you need a… read more

    magdevanderkolff
    November 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

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