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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
All of our cozy cabins are fully equipped for self catering. Enjoy a bushveld braai right on your stoep!
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.
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
- Relax38088412324
Excellent place to stay. The lodges are so clean and fully equipped with everything. The hosts Anita and Gunter are so welcoming and go out of their way to make… read more you feel so welcome. My family and I had a wonderful stay. Beautiful scenery, great game drive and overall wonderful mid week getaway. We will definately be back.
July 18, 2019 - 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 - 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 - barbaragrover
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 hosts. Loved the game drives, Gunter was most informative.
September 25, 2020 - wespons18
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!
September 20, 2021 - PierreB3649
Bornman – The accommodation blends perfectly into the surrounding area. For a true game and bushveld experience and a comfortable stay, this is the place to come to. Conveniently close… read more to Johannesburg and Pretoria. The unit is well equipped quality products and everything you may need. Most impressive are the full DSTV, proper functioning WiFi and oversized air-conditioning to counter the hot weather, unlike what you will find at many other accomodations. We plan to be back soon.
December 7, 2022 - RhonwenJames
A fabulous escape! – Gunter and Anita have created a tranquil haven with the most well equipped cabins we have ever seen. They are helpful and attentive without being intrusive. Gunther’s game drive was… read more fun and we loved that he loved the small animals as well as big – 4 jacana chick’s! The watering hole just the other side of the fence attracts a variety of game and birds, and we saw a jackal canter by while having a braai on the stoop. Abendruhe scores very high on the relaxation scale and we will definitely stay there again.
November 4, 2022 - Claudia B
My boyfriend and I wanted a weekend away to relax and really feel like we away from the busy city. Abendruhe Lodge is exactly what you need to relax and… read more wake up to the scenery of animals drinking water at the watering hole which is right in front of your room. The rooms are so clean and spacious, you feel like you have your own little home for the weekend. Gunther took us on an afternoon game drive which was incredible, we got so close to the animals and we learnt so much, Gunther knows everything about every animal. Anita is so welcoming and makes you feel like family. Will definitely be back soon. More
September 29, 2019 - Garyruc
It’s clear that Anita and günter have put their heart and soul into creating this 5 star bush oasis.
You are able to get the best of both worlds,the total… read more isolation of the bush enjoyed in a 5star luxury hotel.
The cabins are amazing,home from home,with everything you could possibly need.
We needed a break from the city and it worked wonders.
Günters game drives are informative and fruitful with many different animals to be seen.
This was honestly the most relaxing get away ever,just what you need to recharge and get ready to face the rat race once again.
Thanks Anita and günter for everything !
We felt like we were saying goodbye to family when leaving.
Gary Kristy Camden More
July 9, 2019 - Cruiser27813959414
Very well maintained units. Beds are good quality. Some accommodation resorts let you long for your bed at home, but not here. Hosts welcome you on arrival and see to… read more possible needs their guests might have. (just wish that they will have single tariffs as well). I will be able to visit them more often then.
May 9, 2021
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