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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
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.
Itinerary
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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.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Wall 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."
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Badlands 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.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Sage Creek Wilderness Area
We enter the National Park from the west entrance and first make our way through the sage creek area to aim to find wildlife. A spectacular view awaits us!
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Pinnacles Overlook
Moving through the park, we stop at pinnacles overlook to take in the spectacular late afternoon views.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Yellow Mounds Overlook
Sunset brings out the most spectacular color formations in the park - yellow mounds overlook does not disappoint with vibrant striations visible here.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Badlands Wilderness Overlook
We continue through the park at a variety of overlooks looking for wildlife and learning about the geology of the area.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8Ben Reifel Visitor Center
If the opportunity arises we will stop at the visitors center (Depending on the timing of sunset, the Visitors Center may be closed upon arrival.). From here we move onto the Amphitheater and begin out evening program and star gazing.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
9Rapid City
After Dark, we return to Rapid City ~ 1.5 hour drive.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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