10 Private Tours in The Black Hills That You Shouldn't Miss

The Badlands have many secrets and requires a seasoned guide to explain and reveal them. GeoFunTrek Tours' guides are local experts with decades of experience. We have no seasonal-guides, part-time guides or trainee-guides. All tours are conducted by the owners, Cindy and John Esposti. We have the knowledge and skills to make your day one to remember. You will always get the A-Team when you tour with GeoFunTrek Tours! All tours are Private Tours exclusive to the group booking the tour and no additional guests will be included. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult. Children 3 years and younger are free-of-charge and will have their own seat. Children's car seats must be supplied by family members when required. Our largest vehicle, a Sprinter van seats 9, and a larger vehicle may be rented or we can add a Honda Pilot for larger groups. This tour is great for 3-generation families with Children, multiple couples and groups of friends.

Inclusions: Light snacks, bottled water and apple juice, Snacks

Exclusions: We have time budgeted for a meal break at the guest's discretion and expense. Coolers are available for boxed lunches and picnic supples.

This spectacular road ride features biking along some of the most scenic roads in the Black Hills; roads designed for the sole purpose of enjoyment. Ride through rock tunnels with views of Mt. Rushmore, down spiraling "pigtail bridges," and descend through the towering granite spires on Needles Highway. This tour is an all day bike tour, departing in the morning from Rapid City, with complimentary hotel pickup in Rapid City or along the way, and includes bike rental, helmet, and refreshments.  Please note, this ride is suitable for experienced road cyclists. The standard route is 45 miles with an elevation gain of 4,500ft. This tour is customizable as far as route and distance, contact us for more information.

Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

This tour provides a unique glimpse into the beauty and all that the Badlands have to offer! Learn about the history of the area, and spend the day taking in the rare geology of the Badlands. There is a two person minimum to book this tour.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Souvenir water bottle.

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

This is the only Convertible-Top Safari Van Tour of Custer State Park. The vans have individual leather reclining window seats, center aisle, sliding 10 foot tops that open/close according to the weather and guests comfort. We drive among the buffalo and you just stand and look down on them. We make many restroom breaks and stop for the picnic lunch . . . but you never need to leave the van during the tour for photos. With the elevated height your best viewing and photo ops are from the van. The tour includes: all fees, bottled water, snacks, picnic lunch and chilled wine/cold beer (on request)

Inclusions: Subway, Crackers and Cookies, Bottled water, On request only. Must be 21 years of age., Air-conditioned vehicle, Heated Convertible-Top-Vans with individual leather window seats, center aisle and 10 sliding top., Minimum of 2 and Maximum of 10 guests per tour.

Exclusions: Gratuities Not Included

Formed by several hundred thousand years of erosion, the Badlands formations expose the layers of millions of years of the regions history. It is a landscape that makes you feel as though you’ve landed on Mars. On this day trip, we pedal the nice, moderate Badlands Loop Road for just under 30 miles through the heart of the pinnacles and lower shale formations to the other end of the northern segment of Badlands National Park, where we will enjoy a picnic lunch. There are also longer options available if desired. Enjoy close up views of wildlife and take in the breathtaking views of Badlands National Park. Enjoying this area by bicycle is a once in a lifetime opportunity! This tour is customizable. Contact us for more information.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Picnic Lunch, National Park Entrance Fee, Helmet, Water Bottle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Tour with our knowledgable local guides and take in the park in your own time. Our private tours are flexible, with time to take photos, walk and enjoy the area as you wish to! This tour is customizable. Questions? Contact us for more information.

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities

Make the most of your time in the beautiful Black Hills with our experienced, local guides. Booking a private tour means you have more time to enjoy the things you want to see! This tour is customizable. Questions? Contact us for more information.

Inclusions: Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

Guest will be picked up from there desired location and taken to Mt Rushmore. The journey only begins there! This tour is for a minimum a maximum of 6 guest. You will also visit The famous Crazy Horse statue and, Custer State Park, Wind Cave National Park. That is when you head south to visit The Great State of Nebraska to visit two of The Oregon Trail’s most popular icons and national monument. You will seeChimney Rock, Scottsbluff NM, Carhenge, and Toadstool geological Park.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes, Soda/Pop

Exclusions:

You will depart Rapid City at 8:30am and travel to Mount Rushmore. You will spend time hiking around the monument. Next, you will travel to Crazy Horse Memorial, learning the importance and history of Crazy Horse. Finally, you will get an opportunity to explore beautiful Custer State Park. You will be able to see wildlife at an incredibly close proximity, and enjoy the local flora. In each of these locations, you will gain unique and rare insight into the history of the Black Hills. There is a two person minimum to book this tour.

Inclusions: Lunch will be enjoyed at the Laughing Water Restaurant at Crazy Horse Memorial., Bottled water, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

You will see areas of the Black Hills few people are able to experience. Learn the incredible history of the Mickelson Trail and what makes this trail so unique. There is a two person minimum to book this tour.

Inclusions: Lunch, Use of bicycle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities