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.
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
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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 you Anita and Gunter for a great weekend!
May 31, 2021 -
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 Definitely value for your money. Anita and Gunter popped over every night to check on us. House keeping ladies was professional, happy and friendly. Saw alot of different animals from our deck. Definitely would recommend to family and friends. If you worry about Covid, don’t be. The lodge sticts to the COVID-19 protocols. Definitely gonna go back for another visit.
July 18, 2021 -
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 nothing as self catering and on top of that is serviced daily. We stayed in cabin 1 which is the closet to the water hole and had the fortunate opportunity to see so much game while sitting and relaxing on the wooden deck. Their is also a pool in the lodge to cool off from those hot days. As hosts, Gunther and Anita go out of their way to ensure your stay is perfect for you, thank you and as mentioned when we were leaving – we are coming back!!! More
October 3, 2021 -
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 could look out over the watering hole and get a good view from our unit. Enjoyed the game drive. The hosts were amazing! Thank you for a lovely stay.. We will definitely be back!
September 1, 2020 -
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 book at Abendruhe next time.
August 18, 2020 -
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 son’s 16th birthday was wonderful. Will definitely be back. Thank you :):)
December 5, 2022 -
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 exceptional service from booking at the last minute and up until departure every moment of my stay was "top notch". I am looking forward to visiting again.
January 2, 2021 -
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 your clothes and food and the rest is sorted.
The hosts are incredible people and when you leave this beautiful lodge you leave with a new friendship formed. Gunther & Anita were amazing and were always standing ready to assist when the need arise. Beautiful clean premises with a water hole that attracts plentiful game. We had a wonderful time around our private boma, spending quality time with my family and dear friends. The lions roaring our last morning were the cherry on the cake. We will definitely be back.
June 13, 2022 -
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 magical! Very happy to come back again in the future. Especially appreciated the hosts and their hospitality.
September 11, 2023 -
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 but doesn’t feel crampy and are very well equipped for self-catering.
December 14, 2020