Dinokeng Game Reserve
Dinokeng Game Reserve
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Dinokeng Game Reserve is a big 5 game reserve 50km north of Pretoria (30 min drive). The reserve has a variety of accommodation, restaurants and activities to choose from.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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helen g
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
I have been twice to Dinokeng in the last three years, and on both occasions left wondering if this really IS a Big Five reserve. Hours of driving and the only game we saw was warthog, impala, wildebees and zebra. I'd like to know what the game count for the other large animals is. And the map based on numbers remains ridiculously counterintuitive, despite hundreds of complaints by now.
Written 1 November 2023
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JNinSA
91 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
I had read many reserved opinions regarding the presence of big 5 animals. To do justice to the park, I can say that we had the closest encounter with an elephant (it passed by the safari bus a couple of cm away). Furthermore we saw lion and buffalos. This was on a game drive of the Mongani lodge.
Written 29 October 2023
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Erik L
Johannesburg, South Africa115 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
We enjoyed our discovery of Dinokeng. The park is not too big so we can easily see the diversity of animals and birds.
We appreciated its proximity with major cities.
We appreciated its proximity with major cities.
Written 14 September 2023
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CMobile
Colombo, Sri Lanka70 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Really lovely place to visit for some time in the bush. Many private accommodation options to chose from of also good for a day trip. Easy to get to from Joburg - around an hour’s drive to get to Tau gate. Buy the self drive option and get to explore the roads through the bush and lovely picnic spots (covered, clean toilets and an attendant at each). You may not see masses of animals around each corner but we did see a large herd of giraffe and quite a few other animals. The Big Five are a bit elusive and probably need a game drive (you can book there at various places) to see. Book online before going to avoid waiting times at the gates.
Written 10 September 2023
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Rob R
Rehoboth Beach, DE61 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We took a tour with DRG Adventures, led by Keal, who was so patient, informative and engaging. It was our final safari of our trip, and it was simply outstanding.
Written 31 July 2023
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Saras Moodley
Johannesburg, South Africa124 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Dinokeng is a well maintained and stunning game reserve.
The organisation and ability to see various animals is so pleasing.
It is certainly a great get a away
The organisation and ability to see various animals is so pleasing.
It is certainly a great get a away
Written 11 April 2023
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Shaun028
Johannesburg, South Africa8 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
It’s advertised as a Big 5 game reserve, however it depends on which side of the reserve you stay. The reserve is divided into north and south. The south side is where you can do self drives and have a number of lodges. These lodges provide game drives but only on the south side as they are not allowed to go to the North where most of the animals are. We were able to see 2 lions and few other species of antelope however we did not see elephant, buffalo, cheetah or leopard. Dinokeng management needs to find a resolution to this to enhance the experience of guests across the park.
Written 19 March 2023
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Stefan M
1 contribution
Feb 2023 • Couples
What a wonderful bush experience. Absolut quiteness during day and night. Only the sounds of the bush. Yet its located not too far away from the highway that takes you quickly to J‘burg. The owner runs a small yet efficient eco agricultur. A beautiful small lake 30 meters off the lodge’s terrace draws in the animal for drinking.
Written 19 February 2023
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Cassie
Pretoria, South Africa3 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Entrance fee over priced. Route map and directions are pathetic. Worse game park ever. Facilities dilapidated. What a waste of time!
Written 3 January 2023
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Julyan B
Pretoria, South Africa12 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
Geluksfontein Private Game And River Lodge is a privately owned game farm on the foothills of Dinokeng Resort. Our beautiful Game Farm is characterized by dense bush and grass fields with splendid views of surrounding mountains and countryside. Come and experience good South African hospitality with personal attention and care from your hosts, Steven and Sjaniene. We strive to let our guests experience an African stay. We are a farm stay destination where we sell peace and quietness. All our accommodation units are well equipped and are serviced daily. Amenities are provided. Other activities are hiking, game drives, relaxing around the swimming pool, camp fire, star gazing. Come and disconnect from your routine life for a few days to be reconnected again with nature.
Jacaranda Care - Pretoria North Would like to say "Thank you" for accomodating our people on this occasion.
Jacaranda Care - Pretoria North Would like to say "Thank you" for accomodating our people on this occasion.
Written 1 October 2022
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Andre L
Melbourne, Australia56 contributions
I noticed a few people complain about the lack of big game, also some reviews mention that only certain roads can be used, while some of the camps provide Game drives and don'
t permit self drives. Can you please provide some clarity on this, as I get the feeling that this may be part of the reason why not much game is spotted. Your advise on this will be much appreciated.
thank you and kind regards,
Andre.
Raymond W
Kempton Park, South Africa40 contributions
there are a lot of different options in Dinokeng. You can self drive or take a guided tour. There is only one gate for the day visitors to access. I have spotted a Rhino and her baby at the entrance of this gate. The private resorts have there own gates into the park, so you wont pay an entrance. Day visitors and stay over visitors that dont have free access need to pay. I have done several self drives and two guided tours. Me and the wife have seen a lot of game. The big cats are hard to find but they are there. Elephants, Rhinos and the big bucks you wont battle seeing. Depends on when you go and how thick the bush is. I still highly rate Dinokeng. It is also closer than Pilansberg for me
Good day May I please have a qoute on a family package 2 adults and 2 kids for the monthend of July...also may it include a game Drive... for 1 weekend check in Friday checking out Sunday
dgr_4391
Hammanskraal, South Africa
Good day, kindly contact our information office and we will gladly assist you with a quotation
Do they have heated pool?
dgr_4391
Hammanskraal, South Africa
Good day, it will depend on the lodge you visit. There are 50 lodges here
George B
4 contributions
Hello we are planning a weekend at mooplasie and we have a Honda jazz. We want to know if our vehicle will be good on the self drive routes? Also, if we are checking in on Saturday and leaving Monday morning, how much will all the permits and conservation fees be please? Thanks
dgr_4391
Hammanskraal, South Africa
Good day, yes your vehicle will be sufficient, just stay on the sedan routes. Please take into consideration that all tracks are gravel road and more like bush tracks. Single Day Permits: R250 per vehicle (with up to ten occupants).
Two or Three Day Permit packages are also available at a cost of R380.00 or R450.00 respectively. So depending if you would like to buy a 2 or 3 day permit.
The conservation fees are a once off levy and is R30 per adult & R20 per child (2-12)
sabercore
Krugersdorp, South Africa4 contributions
What are the accommodation options?
dgr_4391
Hammanskraal, South Africa
Good day,
We have numerous accommodation options. Depending on what you are looking for. Self-catering, Fully catered, Camping, Luxury tented camps. You can visit our website to get more info
Christopher N
Cape Town3 contributions
Let me detail my requirements.
1. There will be group of about 20 people max. More likely 16 or so. Mixed sexes. No children
2. Accommodation needs to be simple and comfortable. 3/4 people to a room is acceptable
3. Self catering. No liquor.
4. Exclusive use and privacy
5.We would want to walk a lot.
6. Access to natural water. Preferably a river/stream or at least a dam..
7. We would be there for a week. Saturday to Saturday. Potential dates March 26 to April 1
8. Central kitchen and dining area.
9. An area where we can work. This could be the dining area or preferabl a boma type structure.
10 We will come and go by bus.
dgr_4391
Hammanskraal, South Africa
Good day, thank you for your inquiry - we will be able to source you a quote. Please contact our office
cornelias475
Heidelberg, South Africa2 contributions
Hi,
We will be visiting the park in August 2016. Is there a all in one map that will show where we stay and where the restaurants are and where to drive
dgr_4391
Hammanskraal, South Africa
Hi Cornelia, we are busy finalizing our "all in one map", showing all the lodges. Where will you be staying? Then I can send you the relevant information
MRRJr
Sydney, Australia181 contributions
Hi, I will be having a few days stopover in Johannesburg and want to see the Big 5 while there, so Dinokeng sounds like a great way to do it. I don't plan to hire a car to drive through the reserve. Are there any organized tours I can just join, coming out of Johannesburg? Like a day trip or two-day trip? What are the costs?
DrhermanK
Benoni, South Africa1,281 contributions
Hi, we went to the Reserve because it offered a self drive facility. I saw that there are paid game drives but I do not know if they provide transport from Johannesburg. My experience is that you have to get to the Lodge or Camp and then you will be taken on a game drive.
Elsabe707
Pretoria, South Africa
Can we visit the park for one day only?
Richard100848ZA
Kleinmond, South Africa57 contributions
Yes indeed.
Elsabe707
Pretoria, South Africa
We are staying in Pretoria and want to know if it is possible to drive through the reserve for a day
Michelle P
Johannesburg, South Africa8 contributions
Yes it is
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