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Abendruhe Game Logde Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve

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

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.

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  Lovely accommodation that was super clean! The cabin had everything you need. Anita even added an electric blanket due to the cold weather.
    Very safe and secure.
    Thank… read more

    ilne2021
    May 31, 2021
  • star rating  Wow what can I say. My hubby and I had an awesome stay. Accommodation was relaxing, comfortable and homely. A home away from home. Cabins are spacious, neat and clean.… read more

    tammyarlow
    July 18, 2021
  • 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  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  Our family recently visited the Dinokeng Reserve. We stayed at Abendruhe Lodge. We loved every minute of our visit at Abendruhe Lodge and had a fantastic time. We will definitely… read more

    lynneR3172YR
    August 18, 2020
  • star rating  Fantastic Weekend Away – From the first contact made til the time we left – everything was perfect. Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Had the most amazing time. The surprise put out for my… read more

    Go181379
    December 5, 2022
  • star rating  A wonderful location with a tranquil backdrop, I was very glad to visit Abendruhe once again. Although it was a short getaway, I cannot thank my hosts enough for the… read more

    Flyer814036
    January 2, 2021
  • star rating  An AMAZING break away…a true GEM close to Joburg & Pretoria – What an incredible place we have found, and only just over an hours drive from Boksburg.
    The units are beautiful, super clean and fully equipped, you just need to pack… read more

    JapieBornman006
    June 13, 2022
  • star rating  Perfect Getaway – We loved every second of our time at the Lodge. Great location, a fantastic place to stay and be in nature. We did a game drive and it was truly… read more

    avatar thumb heatherz806
    September 11, 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

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