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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 accommodation

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

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Game Drives

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

  • star rating  The stat was fantastic, the service was superb, the view is just out of this world. We had a great stay at Abendruhe lodge, the only bummer was that it… read more

    selulekompisane
    November 2, 2021
  • 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

    avatar thumb zain222022
    October 10, 2022
  • star rating  Thank you Anita and Gunter.

    You feel welcomed from the minute you drive in. Anita and Gunter are super friendly and helpful.
    The cabins are beautifully set out… read more

    ruffnutb
    February 5, 2021
  • star rating  Anita and Gunther you guys are so humble, friendly and caring. Abendruhe is my favourite place to be. Absolutely clean. We didn’t want to leave. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else… read more

    charlenesmuts4
    February 26, 2020
  • star rating  Craig and I stayed at Abendruhe Lodge in May 2021. The superior log cabins are well equipped with everything that you could need, and an ultra comfortable extra length bed.… read more

    alison975
    May 23, 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  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  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  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  What an awesome 5 days it was! Pleasant hosts who treat you like family going the extra mile, great curtains to ensure darkness for good night’s rest, June is a… read more

    211agnesm
    June 25, 2021

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