Badlands National Park - Sunset and Stargazing (Private)
A once in a lifetime opportunity to visit the incredible Badlands; first in the afternoon and into a golden sunset - followed by the official National Park stargazing program.
The best of both worlds, this tour allows us the view wildlife and the parks formations before the sun sets, and then taking on the park after dark!
Because Badlands National Park is not surrounded by big cities or other major sources of light pollution, night skies in the park are very clear. After dark, visitors can see many of the night sky’s greatest hits: constellations, the moon, satellites, and airplanes. But the special darkness of Badlands National Park helps visitors to see even more like planets, the Milky Way, star clusters, nebulae, the International Space Station, shooting stars, and – very occasionally – the aurora borealis.
Options
Summer 2025
Pickup included
What's included in Badlands National Park - Sunset and Stargazing (Private)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Downtown Rapid City
We offer complimentary pick up within the central Rapid City area and Box Elder Hotels. If you are staying outside of this area, you may be asked to meet us in town at the pick up location. Our travel time to the Badlands area is ~1 hour.
Wall Drug
An optional stop to the famous Wall Drug. "Wall Drug has become an emblem of American perseverance and innovation. From its modest inception in 1931, this once little-known drugstore has transformed into an enthralling destination for over 2 million visitors each year. At Wall Drug, you're not just a customer; you're part of a rich history that spans over eight decades, offering a blend of dining, activities, gifts, souvenirs, and the hallmark free ice water that has refreshed countless road-worn travelers."
Badlands National Park
Our evening officially begins at the entrance to the National Park. Our stops through the park will vary depending on guests requests and where wildlife is found. Listed Below are some examples of stops through the park.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- National Park Entrance Fees
- Binoculars and Telescopes
- Rapid City Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private Tour - Exclusive to your group
- Local expert guide
- Gratuities
- Dinner
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Wheelchair access is available for collapsible wheelchairs.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
This tour operated in and out of Central Rapid City. We offer hotel pick up within the CENTRAL Rapid City area and the Box Elder area Hotels. If you are staying in other towns, or outside ~10mins of downtown Rapid City, you may be asked to meet us in town.
Meeting / End Points
- If we are not picking up at your hotel. Your pick up point in Rapid City will be at the downtown holiday inn. Free parking. Please meet us out the front of the lobby.
