Dinokeng Game Reserve

Dinokeng Game Reserve is a wild enclave in the Gauteng province renowned for its Big Five safaris and rich biodiversity, offering an authentic safari experience just outside Pretoria.

47,000
Acres Protected
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Miles of Trails
Unavailable
Annual Visitors
2011
Year Established

About Dinokeng Game Reserve

 

Dinokeng Game Reserve, located in South Africa's Gauteng province, is the only free-roaming Big Five game reserve in the province. Established to promote eco-tourism and conservation, it spans a diverse landscape featuring woodlands, savannahs, and wetlands. The reserve is home to an impressive variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos. It also supports many bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers. Historical sites, such as cultural villages, provide insight into the area's rich past and traditional lifestyles. Visitors can explore the reserve through self-drive routes or guided safaris, enjoying its modern amenities while feeling the wild African bush's pulse. Dinokeng's proximity to Johannesburg and Pretoria makes it an accessible retreat for nature lovers seeking adventure and relaxation.

Highlights

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Big Five sightings with self-drive and guided safari options

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Rich birdlife with over 300 species recorded

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Cultural heritage sites like indigenous villages

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Scenic wetlands offering unique eco-systems

Notable Natural Features

De Tweedespruit Moeras

A wetland area within the reserve that attracts diverse birdlife and offers picturesque views.

Big Five Encounters

Opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos in their natural habitat.

Cultural Villages

Depictions of traditional living that offer cultural insights and heritage appreciation.