Bush adventures await
We partner with trusted local operators to offer guests a wide range of activities in and around the Dinokeng area. All listed experiences are centrally located and within easy reach of Klipdrift Sands Game Lodge.
Activities In and Around the Dinokeng Game Reserve
Please note that all reserve and area activities are offered by independent operators. Bookings, payments, and arrangements are made directly with the local service providers and remain the responsibility of the guest. Additional conservation fees may be applicable.
A quick summary of what's on offer
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Big 5 Guided Game Drives · Big 5 Self-Drive Game Viewing · Guided Bush Walks · Game Viewing on Scooters
Quad Biking · Archery · Bush Picnics · Microlight Flights · Horse Riding · Bush Golf · Clay Pigeon Shooting
Mystic Monkeys & Feathers Zoo · Fishing at Rust de Winter Dam
Safari Mall · Rusty Rhino · Chicken Run · Tshikwalo Lodge · Mongena Lodge · Arlington Gin & Beer Brewery · Ngata Safari Lodge · Kwalata Game Lodge · Fuel Station
Self-Drive Big 5 Safari
Self Drive in the Dinokeng Reserve offers guests the freedom to explore the bush at their own pace. Just a short distance from Klipdrift Sands, the reserve's well maintained roads allow you to enjoy close up wildlife encounters, visit scenic viewpoints, and stop at watering holes along the way. It is a relaxed and flexible way to experience the Big 5 environment, perfect for guests who enjoy independence and discovery. Additional conservation fees may be applicable.
Guided drives in the reserve
Big 5 game drives with experienced local guides offer a fully immersive safari experience within the Dinokeng Reserve. Led by knowledgeable trackers, these guided drives provide deeper insight into animal behaviour, ecology, and the surrounding landscape, while increasing your chances of spotting the Big 5. It is a relaxed and informative way to experience the bush, ideal for guests seeking a more guided and enriching wildlife encounter. Additional conservation fees may be applicable.
Bush walks & scooter safaris
Explore the reserve in unique ways, from guided bush walks on foot to relaxed scooter safaris along the quieter back trails.
Quad bikes, microlights, bush golf & more
Discover a range of adventure and outdoor experiences in the Dinokeng area, from quad biking and bush golf to horseback safaris and scenic microlight flights. Operated by local providers, each activity offers its own unique way to experience the bush, whether you are seeking excitement, exploration, or breathtaking views from above.
Multi-activity adventure outfit: quad biking, archery, bush picnics and game drives.
Take to the skies with a microlight flight and experience the bushveld from a breathtaking aerial perspective.
Guided horse rides through the bushveld for all riding levels.
Enjoy a unique round of bush golf, where you play through natural surroundings with wildlife and scenic views all around.
Fun activities for the family
Half day outings nearby that suit both families and couples, offering a relaxed pace and easy planning.
Mystic Monkeys and Feathers is a popular nearby attraction, perfect for a relaxed day out, where guests can enjoy close up encounters with a wide variety of monkeys, birds, and other animals in a unique, family friendly setting.
Half day outings nearby that suit both families and couples, offering a relaxed pace and easy planning.
Dining, shopping & local stops
Discover a selection of nearby dining spots, shops, and local conveniences, perfect for a meal out, stocking up on essentials, or enjoying a change of scenery for sundowners.
- Chicken Run (Safari Mall)
- Tshikwalo Lodge
- Mongena Lodge
- Arlington Gin & Beer Brewery
- Ngata Safari Lodge
- Kwalata Game Lodge
- Safari Mall
- Rusty Rhino
- Safari Mall
Some practical considerations
Reserve gate access is typically from 06:00 to 18:00, in line with self drive operating hours.
Additional conservation fees may be applicable for activities in the reserve.
Bring a full tank of fuel, water, snacks, binoculars, and a camera, and remember that you are not permitted to leave your vehicle inside the reserve.
Bookings, payments, and arrangements are made directly with the local service providers and remain the responsibility of the guest.
Make Klipdrift Sands your base.
Stay minutes from the gates. More time in the wild, less time on the road.