Sunset over the African bush at Lords and Ladies

Dinokeng · Big 5 Reserve

Where the wild whispers, and hearts gather around the fire

Tented suites, bush camps and caravan camping sites — an hour from Johannesburg, in the only Big 5 reserve of Gauteng.

Welcome

Luxury without ostentation

Lords and Ladies Bush Lodge is a small, family-run retreat where the rhythm of the bush sets the day. Rise to birdsong, drift down to the boma at dusk, and let the African night settle in — unhurried, uncrowded, entirely yours.

Big 5 Reserve·Malaria-Free·60 min from OR Tambo

Wild in every direction

18,500 hectares of pristine bushveld with elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard.

Nights that never end

Boma dinners, starlit skies and the distant call of a nightjar.

Rooted, considered

Locally sourced materials and a light footprint on the land.

Quiet service

A small team who knows your name — and when to leave you to the silence.

Accommodation

Stay your way

Three distinct ways to experience the bush — luxurious tented suites immersed in nature, exclusive private bush camps for families and groups, or well-appointed caravan sites for those seeking freedom and adventure. Each offers an authentic connection with the African wilderness, combining comfort, thoughtful design and a deep respect for the surrounding landscape.

EXPLORE ACCOMMODATION
Luxury tented suite interiorPrivate bush camp under the trees
Lions beside the road in the Dinokeng Reserve

EXPLORING THE SELF-DRIVE ROUTE

The bush, on its own terms

Discover Dinokeng on your own terms. Follow winding self-drive routes through the reserve, stop whenever wildlife captures your attention and enjoy the freedom to experience the bush at your own rhythm.

EXPLORE SELF-DRIVE ROUTE
Restaurant dish — rice, beans and slow-cooked meat

DININGComing soon

Fireside dinners, bush breakfasts

Fresh, locally inspired cuisine served in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy unhurried breakfasts and evenings where great food and the sounds of the bush come together.

The table

Wellness

Slow afternoons, warm waters

Unwind between drives in our wellness space — two pools (a cold plunge and a heated basin), two jacuzzis and shaded loungers under parasols. Quiet corners to breathe, stretch and let the bush do the rest.

Discover wellness
Pools and loungers at the wellness area

Reservations

Reserve your suite

Speak with us directly for personal recommendations, private-use pricing and honeymoon touches.