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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 accommodation
All of our cozy cabins are fully equipped for self catering. Enjoy a bushveld braai right on your stoep!
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
- lizeln
2nd Time visiting and again not disappointed. From checking in, everything is perfect. The Cabins are very neat and we had a awesome view of the bush. Cabins are… read more well equipped and the only thing you need to bring is your food and swim towels. There is even a water cooler. All braai utensils and more are available. Did I mention peacefull sleep ? The pool are a welcome cool down extra, with lovely loungers with thick cushions. Ice and wood are always available, This is just a awesome place with Anita and Gunther taking the extra mile to make the guest feel welcome. Thank you for the surprise game drive on Sunday. And the Black Renoster sighting was special. I forgot to mention the freshly baked muffins that Anita bakes 4h00 every morning for the game drive. Gunter is a excellent game ranger and host. More
November 7, 2021 -
Would like to thank Anita and Gunter for such hospitality, allowing us to escape from reality during our varsity break. Would highly recommend this lodge to my friends and family.… read more The rooms were spacious and clean and we loved the ‘Honesty Bar’ by the pool, thought it was a lovely idea. Would also recommend the game drive, Gunter was highly knowledgeable and we even saw a Jackal. Anyone in jhb or pta looking for a weekend getaway, look no further than the Abendruhe Lodge. More
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March 27, 2019 - elizabethesch
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 - lvernell
What a magical time we had. Gunter and Anita were such wonderful hosts, cabins were well appointed, super clean and views were beautiful. Such attention to detail and our guided… read more tours around the park so interesting and informative. The children were engaged for over three hours! A gem in the Dinokeng reserve and we will certainly be back!
August 20, 2020 -
Excellent Stay at Abendruhe – We had an awesome stay at Abendruhe Lodge, Anita and Gunther is excellent hosts and come pass daily to check if we need something. The Lodge is extremely neat and… read more clean with everything you need. The Game drive is excellent, Gunter is a excellent guide and the Muffins is to die for. with the amount of Game that visit the lodge you do not even need to drive yourself. We will definitely be back.
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January 8, 2024 - bushlover8
Our stay at Abendruhe was amazing. In spite of the cold we were very cozy and comfortable inside and all we needed was provided for. The sunsets from the patio… read more were awesome as was the game passing by the waterhole, the birds coming to visit and the peace of the bush taking over. We were blessed with incredible animal sightings too and really enjoyed everything…from the trees to the new vistas around every corner
Thank you Gunter and Anita for sharing your passion for this place and taking such good care of us. We have gone home so much richer. We will be back Abendruhe!!
June 18, 2021 - 71cornel
We had a magnificent time! The chalet is equipped with everything you can think of and more. And the view , oh the view!! Feeds your soul. Anita and Gunter… read more are excellent hosts, and ensured we were short of nothing. Best service, very clean chalet. Great location.
March 9, 2020 - ruffnutb
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 and extremely clean.
Wr had the most wonderful time and arr already planning our next trip to Abendruhe Lodge.
Thank you
February 5, 2021 - Robyn P
Me and my extended family love staying at Abendruhe Lodge. its so tranquil, it has all the you require in fully equipped cabins. Anita and Gustav the owners… read more have not forgotten a single thing. the whole lodge is so beautifully laid out and fits in perfectly with its sorroundings
January 2, 2020 - John A
We spent 4 nights at Abendruhe Lodge. We received a lovely welcome from Anita and Gunter. The cabin we stayed in was lovely and we wanted for nothing in terms… read more of amenities and equipment.
The game drive given by Gunter was fantastic….it was great to have such a knowledgeable and interesting guide.
Anita and Gunter were so attentive throughout our visit.
We enjoyed the beautiful waterhole from the comfort of our cabin where we saw many animals. The swimming pool and open bar were great to chill out.
All this and the reasonable prices made our visit memorable!
5 stars!
October 2, 2019
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